AccountancyISCO 3331

Import export specialist in metals and metal ores

An import export specialist in metals and metal ores is a person who holds and applies detailed knowledge of moving goods across borders, customs clearance and trade documentation included, for a trade in metal products and metal ores. Steel is among the goods that pass through this desk, along with ore and other metal commodities.

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Rate 5 of the 23 essential skills of this occupation (European ESCO data). No account needed.

create solutions to problems

apply conflict management

apply export strategies

handle quotes from prospective shippers

speak different languages

About import export specialist in metals and metal ores

Customs is the first field of the work. The specialist sees that each consignment complies with customs regulations, prepares and checks the paperwork the clearance depends on, and knows the goods well enough to classify them correctly.

Moving the cargo is the second field. The specialist arranges carriers, manages multimodal logistics when a shipment travels by sea, rail and road in one journey, and keeps contact with the freight forwarders handling it. Choosing those forwarders is part of the task: the specialist assesses their quotations against what the shipment actually needs rather than against the headline price alone.

Deadlines run through everything. Metal shipments are heavy, costly to hold and tied to delivery dates further down the chain, so the specialist meets the agreed dates and finds solutions when a document, a vessel or a border crossing goes wrong. Much of the work is spotting a problem early enough that the cargo keeps moving.

European Skills Framework

Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.

Essential (23)

embargo regulationsembargo regulationsThe national, international and foreign sanctions and embargo regulations, e.g. Council Regulation (EU) No 961/2010.metal and metal ore productsmetal and metal ore productsThe offered metal and metal ore products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.import export regulations of dangerous chemicalsimport export regulations of dangerous chemicalsThe international and national legal rules for exporting and importing dangerous chemicals.international commercial transactions rulesinternational commercial transactions rulesPre-defined commercial terms used in international commercial transactions which stipulate clear tasks, costs and risks associated with the delivery of goods and services.international import export regulationsinternational import export regulationsThe principles that govern the import and export of products and equipment, trade restrictions, health and safety measures, licenses, etc.regulations on substancesregulations on substancesThe national and international regulations on the classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures, e.g. regulation (EC) No 1272/2008.create solutions to problemscreate solutions to problemsSolve problems which arise in planning, prioritising, organising, directing/facilitating action and evaluating performance. Use systematic processes of collecting, analysing, and synthesising informat...create import-export commercial documentationcreate import-export commercial documentationOrganise the completion of official documents such as letters of credit, shipping orders, and certificates of origin.apply conflict managementapply conflict managementTake ownership of the handling of all complaints and disputes showing empathy and understanding to achieve resolution. Be fully aware of all Social Responsibility protocols and procedures, and be able...apply export strategiesapply export strategiesFollow and implement strategies according to the size of the company and possible advantages towards the international market. Set goals to export products or commodities to the market, in order to mi...handle quotes from prospective shippershandle quotes from prospective shippersEvaluate the quotes fares and services offered from prospective transporters on the market.speak different languagesspeak different languagesMaster foreign languages to be able to communicate in one or more foreign languages.ensure customs complianceensure customs complianceImplement and monitor compliance with import and export requirements in order to avoid customs claims, supply chain interruption, increased overall costs.administer multi-modal logisticsadminister multi-modal logisticsManage the flow of products through multi-modal transportation.build rapport with people from different cultural backgroundsbuild rapport with people from different cultural backgroundsUnderstand and create a link with people from different cultures, countries, and ideologies without judgements or preconceptions.communicate with shipment forwarderscommunicate with shipment forwardersMaintain a good flow of communication with shipper and freight forwarders, who ensure a correct delivery and distribution of goods.meet deadlinesmeet deadlinesEnsure operative processes are finished at a previously agreed-upon time.apply import strategiesapply import strategiesFollow and implement strategies for importing according to the size of the company, the nature of its products, the available expertise, and business conditions on the international markets. These str...file claims with insurance companiesfile claims with insurance companiesFile a factual request to an insurance company in case a problem occurs which is covered under an insurance policy.handle carriershandle carriersOrganise the transportation system through which a product is conveyed to its buyer, through which a product is sourced from a supplier, including customs.monitor merchandise deliverymonitor merchandise deliveryFollow up logistical organisation of products; ensure that products have been transported in a correct and timely fashion.have computer literacyhave computer literacyUtilise computers, IT equipment and modern day technology in an efficient way.plan transport operationsplan transport operationsPlan mobility and transport for different departments, in order to obtain the best possible movement of equipment and materials. Negotiate the best possible delivery rates; compare different bids and ...

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foreign languages for international careersforeign languages for international careersLanguages of the countries in which a potential target labour market would exist to facilitate your career.

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Frequently asked questions

What does an import export specialist in metals and metal ores do?

Import export specialists in metals and metal ores have and apply deep knowledge of import and export goods including customs clearance and documentation.

What skills does an import export specialist in metals and metal ores need?

An import export specialist in metals and metal ores needs 23 essential skills, including embargo regulations, metal and metal ore products, import export regulations of dangerous chemicals, international commercial transactions rules, international import export regulations.

Will AI replace import export specialist in metals and metal ores jobs?

The AI disruption score for import export specialist in metals and metal ores is 60/100 (high risk). Skills most exposed to automation: create import-export commercial documentation, file claims with insurance companies, ensure customs compliance. Most resilient: build rapport with people from different cultural backgrounds, apply conflict management, speak different languages.

AI Replacement Risk

60/ 100

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Skills most at risk from AI

create import-export commercial documentation file claims with insurance companies ensure customs compliance

Skills resilient to automation

build rapport with people from different cultural backgrounds apply conflict management speak different languages

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Quick Facts

SectorAccountancy

ISCO GroupBusiness and administration associate professionals

Essential Skills23

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