We are seeking an experienced WooCommerce and WordPress developer to configure and optimize the PluginHive UPS Shipping Plugin for our e-commerce store. The goal is to ensure accurate shipping rates and proper mapping between UPS services and packaging types, preventing discrepancies and avoiding billing adjustments from UPS. Project Background Our company operates an e-commerce business that ships perishable products using dry ice. We rely on UPS for reliable and cost-effective delivery across the United States. To streamline operations, we use the PluginHive UPS Shipping Plugin integrated with WooCommerce. Currently, we require assistance in ensuring that the correct UPS services and pricing structures are applied consistently. Project Objectives We need to configure the system to offer only the following shipping options: - Flat Rate → UPS Ground - Simple Rate → UPS 2nd Day Air (used for distant states requiring faster delivery) These configurations are essential for maintaining cost efficiency and operational accuracy. Current Issue When generating shipments in WooCommerce: - The appropriate box size is selected. - The correct shipping service (UPS 2nd Day Air) is chosen. - However, after clicking “Calculate Shipping Cost,” the system refreshes and resets the service to UPS Ground, displaying incorrect rates. We need to ensure that the selected service is preserved and that the correct UPS Simple Rate is applied. The plugin must: - Return accurate live UPS rates. - Preserve the selected service when calculating shipping costs. - Prevent UPS Ground from overriding UPS 2nd Day Air. - Ensure compliance with UPS Simple Rate requirements. Technical Details Platform: WordPress (WooCommerce) Plugin: PluginHive UPS Shipping Plugin Carrier: UPS Scope of Work - Enable and correctly map UPS Simple Rate and UPS Ground. - Restrict and align shipping methods with business requirements. - Prevent service reset when clicking “Calculate Shipping Cost.” - Validate UPS rates against the official UPS calculator. Ensure accuracy of package dimensions and weight calculations. - Troubleshoot and resolve discrepancies between WooCommerce and UPS. - Coordinate with PluginHive support if necessary. - Provide documentation of the final configuration. Required Qualifications - Proven experience with WooCommerce and WordPress. - Hands-on experience with PluginHive shipping plugins. - Strong knowledge of UPS shipping services, including Simple Rate and Ground. - Experience with shipping APIs and logistics integrations. - Proficiency in PHP, WordPress, and WooCommerce configurations. - Previous experience configuring UPS Simple Rate. - Familiarity with perishable goods shipping. - Experience working with negotiated UPS rates. Deliverables - Correct configuration of UPS shipping methods. - Accurate and consistent shipping rates. - Resolution of the service reset issue. - Testing and validation of shipping calculations. - Brief documentation or screen recording of the final setup.