Freight Negotiation
Negotiating shipping rates, carrier contracts, and logistics terms to optimize transportation costs and service levels.
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Why It Matters
AI-powered freight matching platforms are automating rate comparisons, but strategic negotiation for complex multi-modal shipments and long-term carrier partnerships still requires human judgment and relationship skills.
How to Get Started
Learn freight market dynamics through the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP). Practice using freight rate benchmarking tools like DAT or Freightos to ground negotiations in data.
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