Export Trading Assistant
Company: J.D. Heiskell & Companies
Location: Ankeny
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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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: At Hawkeye Gold, you
will be part of the team that works directly with our customers to
prepare required export documentation for shipment of commodities
via container. The successful candidate is a team focused and
detail-oriented person with advanced organizational skills who
enjoys making sure documents are accurate and transactions are
processed properly. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Prepare
invoices and all required export documentation for each booking and
send via email/FedEx to customer Communicate with customers via
email to obtain approval of draft documents and answer any
questions Communicate with steamship lines (SSL’s) to resolve
issues with OBL’s/bookings/SI and invoices via email and phone Work
with trader and other team members to create shipping plans and
contract applications Process invoices from suppliers for the
product purchased into inventory or direct shipped to a customer
Process A/P for payment via ACH/Wire/Check Keep accurate and
organized files in a common shared drive or shared email boxes
Ensure both internal and external compliance requirements are
followed Be curious and provide ideas for continuous process
improvement Drive a culture of safety, accountability,
opportunistic curiosity and contributes to creating an environment
where people want to work. Other duties as assigned. Requirements:
Associates/Bachelor ’s degree desired; agriculture and/or business
background preferred Agricultural and/or container experience is a
plus High level of detail, multi-tasking, and problem solving
Positive, self-motivated individual with organization,
communication, and negotiation skills; commitment to continuous
learning Strong customer service commitment Ability to analyze and
interpret technical procedures 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.
Keywords: J.D. Heiskell & Companies, Ankeny , Export Trading Assistant, Energy / Utilities , Ankeny, Iowa
