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shipping manager
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A Shipping Manager makes sure items are shipped securely, on time, and with the correct contents. Their role is to direct the flow of packages from preparation to shipment, supervise and lead subordinates, and control the budget of the shipping department. Their responsibilities are to report to management on activities and issues, ensure compliance to legal regulations and company policies, resolve issues regarding shipped orders, inspect labels, barcodes and other features of completed orders, use software to trace, check, prioritize and route plans, and manage all important documents.

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  • Bachelor of Arts (b.a.) in Business Administration - Business Administration and Management
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$28,989Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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5.3 years
$49K
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3.02 years
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2
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