International Documentation Specialist - Centralia, MO

Date: May 30, 2025

Location: Centralia, MO, US, 65240

Company: Hubbell Incorporated

Job Overview

Act as the HPS International lead to organize and prepare all export documentation for customs clearance, exportation to the foreign country, and for customer payment collections.

A Day In The Life

  • Preparation and organization of documentation for exportation to the foreign country, customs clearance and payment collection for all applicable parties
  • Electronic filing of Shippers Export Declarations
  • Organization and presentation of all export documentation to the bank for letters of credit and drafts.
  • Preparation of Insurance Certificates
  • Preparation of Certificates of Origin
  • Coordinate requirements for Notary, State Certifications, and Legalization of documents
  • Assist to resolve outstanding payments from letters of credit and drafts with Customer Service and Accounting
  • Tracking banking charges and discrepancy fees for letters of credit
  • Reviewing letters of credit for applicable purchase orders.
  • Track and Report Sales Recognition(SOX)
  • Review, monitor, and report on the export delivery list. Act as the liaison between International Customer Service and HPS Shipping to prioritize shipping opportunities.
  • Review and Update harmonized tariff codes and country of origin with the Business Units.

What will help you thrive in this role?

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Ability to travel on business related trips; ability to move to various locations within the Company; ability to communicate; ability to work on a personal computer or other related equipment as required.

RECOMMENDED EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: 

  • Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business Administration or related fields
  • Three to five years experience in export/import documentation, transportation, logistics, freight forwarding, and letter of credit presentation
  • Customer service experience in a fast-paced environment or closely related experience 
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment under minimal supervision with a high attention to detail.
  • Strong analytical, oral/written communication, customer service, and time management skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), Internet Web-Based and Job Specific software applications.
  • Accurate and rapid data entry

LEVEL OF DECISION MAKING:

  • Review and approval all letters of credit for customer payment methods
  • Review/recommend resolution of letters of credit or draft issues
  • File all SEDs with the US Government for export control and statistics

Hubbell Incorporated

 

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

 

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

 

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

 

Hubbell Utility Solutions 

 

Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.

 

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.


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