Shipping & Receiving Specialist - Clayton, NC

Shipping & Receiving Specialist - Clayton, NC

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Date: May 20, 2026

Location: Clayton, NC, US, 27520

Company: Hubbell Incorporated

Job Overview

The Shipping and Receiving Specialist is responsible for managing the flow of materials, components, and equipment into and out of the organization. This role ensures accurate documentation, quality control, and timely processing using SAP ERP systems and is the team lead for the Shipping and Receiving Department.

A Day In The Life

Key Responsibilities:

• Shipping Duties:

• Coordinate and schedule all incoming and outgoing shipments with logistics partners and internal teams for timely dispatch.

• Prepare outgoing shipments according to company standards.

• Generate shipping labels and documentation (e.g., packing lists, BOLs, customs forms).

• Complete all SAP transactions for outbound shipments.

• Maintain accurate shipping logs and records in SAP.

• Receiving Duties:

• Receive incoming shipments and verify contents against purchase orders.

• Inspect goods for damage or discrepancies in collaboration with quality control.

• Document and report any issues with received items.

• Perform SAP goods receipt transactions and update inventory records.

• Inventory & System Management:

• Collaborate with inventory Specialists to ensure proper storage and inventory accuracy.

• Perform cycle counts and reconcile inventory discrepancies.

• Use SAP to track material movements, transfers, and replenishments.

• General Duties:

• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks as needed.

• Develop and update shipping/receiving processes and procedures.

• Maintain a clean and organized shipping/receiving area.

• Support cross-functional teams and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

What will help you thrive in this role?

Qualifications:

• Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Associate degree or certification in logistics/supply chain preferred.

• Experience:

• Minimum 2–3 years in shipping/receiving, preferably in manufacturing or aerospace.

• Experience using SAP ERP systems with focus on shipping and receiving transactions is mandatory.

• Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and operate warehouse equipment.

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

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 Electrical Solutions

Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. HES provides the critical components that allow operators of buildings, factories and other industrial infrastructure to connect, protect, wire and manage power.

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.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.