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.
Elk Grove Village, IL
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.
Elk Grove Village, IL
2017 - 2022
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Rita of Cascia High School
Chicago, IL05.2011
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