Shipping Specialist

H-E Parts International•Hibbing, MN

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to coordinate all Logistics for H-E Parts Dom-Ex, including domestic and international shipments. This role also involves assisting with purchasing as needed. Every employee at H-E Parts International is responsible for ensuring a safe work environment, prioritizing safety above all other responsibilities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Minimum of 2-3 years logistics experience.
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Intermediate/advanced computer skills in MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint), and Internet.

Responsibilities

Conduct all activities in a safe manner, utilizing PPE and adhering to company policy and alerting others regarding potential concerns.
Manage logistics for inbound and outbound shipments via Fed-Ex, UPS, XPO, flatbeds, ocean containers, etc., comparing rates for the best shipping options.
Prepare bills of lading for outgoing and incoming shipments.
Handle export documentation, including Commercial Invoices, Shipper’s Letter of Instruction, and NAFTAS, and work directly with customs brokers and forwarders.
Update and maintain Customs files with current Customers Broker information.
Maintain current HTS Codes for exporting and importing.
Update shipping logs daily with estimated delivery times and shipping charges.
Verify credit cards and/or accounts are current before a shipment leaves the facility.
Verify the accuracy of all deliveries.
Meet with logistics companies to negotiate better discounts and discuss service updates.
Provide detailed reports for customers, specifically for container shipments to overseas customers.
Generate purchase orders for inventory buys, brokerage sales, and shop usage (without decision-making authority).
Process packing slips for sales orders every morning for inventory relief.
Complete the annual Heavy Vehicle Tax Return for vehicles 55,000+.
File Unified Carrier Registration with the State of Minnesota.
Schedule medical exams for CDL drivers (DOT physicals).
Manage DOT inspection renewals.
Handle licensing of DOT vehicles, including special permits (e.g., over width).