Merchandising Assistant

Company: J.D. Heiskell & Companies
Location: Ankeny
Posted on: February 21, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: Company Overview: At JDH and each of our subsidiaries, we know that agriculture is about more than moving commodities—it’s about connecting people and building relationships that matter. Founded in 1886 and proudly family-owned for five generations, our deep roots in the industry enable us to manage grains, co-products, animal feed, and feed ingredients effectively. With an extensive transportation network, we connect supply and demand across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Asia. We are committed to delivering reliability, value, and innovation, while providing a supportive and safe workplace where our team can thrive and grow. Job Summary: You will be part of the team that supports all domestic and export trading and marketing activities. The successful candidate is a team focused and detail oriented person with advanced organizational skills who enjoys making sure transactions are processed properly, as well as figuring out the best way to record non-standard transactions given the tools and processes available. Trading volume can fluctuate quickly, so the team works together to balance the workload. You will have the opportunity to learn a wide variety of tasks so that you can quickly join the team in managing the spikes in volume. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Timely invoicing of customers and all related export documentation (if required). Process invoices from suppliers for the product purchased into inventory or direct shipped to a customer Process invoices to customers Process freight bills, transload fees, ocean freight and other costs Process A/P for payment via ACH/Wire/Check Efficient utilization and maintenance of Excel spreadsheets is a MUST. Entering contracts and/or contract management Maintain ticket application, which includes contract execution and maintenance Ensure both internal and external compliance requirements are followed Keep accurate and organized files in a common shared drive or shared email boxes Customer Service - Communicate with domestic and/or overseas customers via email to ensure all documents are accurate Drive a culture of safety, accountability, opportunistic curiosity and contributes to creating an environment where people want to work. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Business, Accounting, or related field, preferred. Agricultural and/or logistics experience is a plus, but not required. Intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc. Experience with AGRIS is a plus. Strong customer service commitment. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications. Physical Demands: Frequent sitting, use of computer, communication via telephone Ability to navigate an office environment. Regular and predictable attendance in office or site location.

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