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Jeffrey Hess Jr

Jeffrey Hess Jr

Chicago,IL

Summary

Results-oriented professional with experience in entry writing, HTS classification, and customs compliance. Frequently praised as focused

by peers, I can be relied upon to help your team achieve its goals.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Customs House Brokerage Supervisor

Logisteed America Inc.
05.2022 - 08.2024
  • Manage daily operations in brokerage and import departments
  • Recognized as department leader, supervising up to ten staff members, interviewing employees, and diffusing office problems
  • Working seamlessly with the CargoWise platform to perform everyday tasks
  • Dispatch deliveries for freights from rail yards, CFS locations, ports, and airports
  • Negotiate and set rates for clients as market fluctuations occur
  • Relay complicated and sensitive information to clients; known reputation for working successfully with troublesome clients
  • Track and monitor inbound shipments and conduct data entry for all types of import shipments (air, rail, ocean, border crossing, etc.)
  • Classify commodities within the HTS database
  • Working relationship with US Customs and knowledge of the current regulations
  • Audited entries prior to statement date to ensure accuracy and avoid penalties, PSC’s, or protests
  • Troubleshoot solutions for various logistical issues
  • Process billing invoices.

Customs House Brokerage Operations

Logisteed America Inc.
2017 - 2022

Education

High School Diploma -

St. Rita of Cascia High School
Chicago, IL
05.2011

Skills

  • CargoWise Experience
  • HTS Classification
  • Entry Writing
  • Import Operations
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Superior Work Ethic
  • Problem Resolution
  • Personnel Management
  • Customer Relationships
  • Effective Communication
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Professionalism
  • Employee Training
  • Time Management

References

  • Joseph Pontone, Logisteed America Inc., Import and Brokerage Manager, (773) 706-5411, jo.pontone@logisteed-america.com
  • Dan Byun, Yamato Transport USA Inc., Compliance Manager, (847) 321-5017, dan.byun1957@gmail.com

Timeline

Customs House Brokerage Supervisor

Logisteed America Inc.
05.2022 - 08.2024

Customs House Brokerage Operations

Logisteed America Inc.
2017 - 2022

High School Diploma -

St. Rita of Cascia High School
Jeffrey Hess Jr