Ocean Export Documentation & Logistics Specialist

Our belief is that to “successfully” export in this day and age it requires a true team effort. Success in our group means to export shipments in a cohesive and efficient manner despite the numerous obstacles that arise. Within the team everyone’s individual contributions matter but the key is that what that person is able to accomplish relies largely on the contributions of others within the team. i.e. there is a web of interconnectedness and every responsibility is important for the overall cohesiveness of the export process. We want people who buy in on the assertion that to do exports in a way that is successful it’s an overall group effort. We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented International Export Documentation & Logistics Specialist to join our Export Team in Edina. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end documentation process for our export shipments. Our team has a strong emphasis on having a cohesive and systematic approach to processing our export shipments in the most effective way possible. If you enjoy and thrive in a small company atmosphere (7 people in the Edina Office) that is fast paced and always thinking of ways to perform work more efficiently as an individual and as a team this could be a good fit for you. International Export Documentation & Logistics Specialist Company Overview Wheaton Grain Inc. is a multi-faceted Agri-Business with Business Units involved in buying, storing, transporting, processing, and selling various agricultural products. Wheaton Grain has a container export division located in Edina and grain elevators and container transloading facilities in Wisconsin and Ohio. The container export division handles all export trade, logistics, and documentation on export container shipments. Position Overview The position would be an integral part of our Export Division. The primary function of the role is to lead the execution on our export shipments. Including conversing with oversea customers/importers on documentation requirements, working with ocean carriers on Bills of Lading, invoices and logistical issues, submitting AES/ITN, submitting and ensuring proper certification are obtained from USDA/APHIS with the country of destination, and coordinating with banks. · Experience with export documentation, AES/ITN filings, and container logistics · High degree of organization · Ability to understand dynamic situations and multitask · Quick to learn and internalize information · Understand the bigger picture, be a team player to do their part · Take ownership of responsibilities and being dependable · Strong grasp of Microsoft Outlook and Excel · Fulfillment from working hard to accomplish tasks · Likes to learn and improve · Team Player Collaborate with traders and oversea customers on documents instructions Work with Loading Group to ensure all documentation is being handled for export shipments on schedule Submit shipping instructions to ocean carriers Monitor and track shipments Prepare export documents for oversea customers Reconciliation of ocean freight invoices Job Type: Full-time Compensation Highly Competitive Pay based on Experience Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience: Container Logistics: 1 -10 years (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Edina, MN 55435 (Required) Work Location: In person Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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