Logistics Associate II

AGI - Ag Growth International; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

401k match

Employee share purchase options

Paid time off

Job summary

AGI - Ag Growth International in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking an experienced Logistics Associate II to support daily international and domestic shipping operations. The role involves coordinating with freight forwarders, preparing export documentation, and ensuring accurate ERP receipts.

You will work with the AGI Logistics team to manage shipping schedules, handle inspections, and maintain compliance with import/export regulations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in international shipping, logistics or transportation coordination.
• Knowledge of import/export regulations and shipping documentation.
• Experience coordinating with freight forwarders, customs brokers and carriers.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel; strong organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily logistics operations with minimal supervision.
• Troubleshoot discrepancies and resolve routine issues.
• Train new Level 1 employees.
• Ensure compliance with procedures and safety standards.
• Coordinate across production, planning, and customer service.
• Prepare export documentation and coordinate with freight forwarders and brokers.
• Inspect inbound materials and manage ERP receipts; support inventory control.

Skills

Excel

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Experience with international shipping

ERP software

Transportation management systems

Tools

ERP software

Transportation management systems

Job description

Position Title: International Shipping Coordinator

Department: Production

Location: Sioux Falls, SD

About AGI

AGI Hi Roller manufactures a line of premier commercial enclosed, dust-tight and self-reloading conveyors, designed for installation in grain handling facilities, soy and corn processing operations and industrial operations. It specializes exclusively in the design and application of conveyors which will not only contain dust and spilled materials but will also automatically reload that material back on the carrying surface of the belt.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Logistics Associate II to support the daily logistics operations by assisting with receiving, storing, moving, and shipping materials and finished goods. This intermediate-level role works independently to ensure accurate and timely shipments, troubleshoots issues, and ensures efficiency and accuracy across logistics processes.

The Team

You will be supported in this role by the AGI Logistics team and on-site logistics team consisting of shipping, receiving, and inventory control professionals.

Core Responsibilities

• Execute daily logistics operations with minimal supervision
• Troubleshoot discrepancies and resolve routine issues
• Train new Level 1 employees
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and safety standards
• Coordinate across departments (production, planning, customer service)

Shipping

Department Specific Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily shipment schedules and priorities
• Generate shipping documentation (BOLs, labels)
• Interface with carriers and resolve shipping issues

Receiving

• Inspect incoming materials for quality/damage
• Process receipts in ERP system accurately
• Coordinate returns or discrepancies with suppliers
• Ability to receive inbound materials and identify discrepancies between purchased components and job requirements

International Shipping

• Prepare export documentation (commercial invoices, packing lists)
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations
• Ability to work with AGI Logistics to gather and provide accurate documentation, ensuring proper classification and use of logistics codes
• Coordinate with AGI Logistics to prepare documentation for freight forwarders and brokers

Inventory Management

• Analyze inventory discrepancies and root causes
• Maintain accurate system transactions
• Support audits and inventory optimization
• Ability to receive inbound materials and identify discrepancies between purchased components and job requirements
• Inventory Management should be capable of sourcing accurate part numbers, analyzing historical usage patterns, and identifying trends to improve decision-making

Truck Loader (Yard)

• Plan efficient trailer loading for space and weight distribution
• Manage dock schedules and yard flow
• Ensure proper documentation accompanies shipments
• Loading and organizing full truckloads based on component weights and dimensions, aligned with product style

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in international shipping, logistics, supply chain, or transportation coordination.
• Working knowledge of import/export regulations and international shipping documentation.
• Experience coordinating with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and transportation providers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ERP or transportation management systems
• Experience with international trade compliance programs
• APICS, CSCMP, or other logistics-related certifications

Why Hi Roller?

We’re leading the way in global food supply chain solutions and here’s how:

We’re the leading global expert in providing farmers, processors and commercial customers with the right equipment and customized engineering solutions to produce, protect and deliver the world’s grain, fertilizer, seed, feed and food supplies.Dedicated tosafety, innovation and customization,AGI offers one of the largestcatalogsof equipment and full-service planning and engineering services for the storage, blending, mixing, conveying, conditioning, and processing of agricultural products worldwide. Supported by an extensive in-country sales and service team, AGI provides a global distribution network and state-of-the‑art manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Brazil, India, France, and Italy.

Our Culture

Safety and teamwork are the cornerstones of our global culture. In all aspects of our business, diverse and inclusive teams work together to deliver quality products, solutions, and services for our customers around the world.

What We Offer

• $4,000 sign on bonus
• Competitive compensation
• Excellent benefits including 401k match and employee share purchase options
• Bonus structure tied to personal as well as business performance
• Paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and 16 flex hours per year
• Employee assistance program
• Employee Referral program

With AGI, you’re choosing an employer dedicated to strengthening and securing the global food supply chain.

AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.