Merchandising Assistant

J.D. Heiskell & co.; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

J.D. Heiskell & co. in Ankeny, IA is seeking a Merchandising Assistant to support our Soybean Crush Marketing team.

You will collaborate with processing plants and customers to ensure accurate documentation, invoicing, and timely issue resolution in a fast-paced agricultural environment. The role emphasizes organization, teamwork, and a proactive mindset, with duties spanning netback processing, accounts payable, and close coordination with traders and logistics.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Reliable team player with a proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process netback documents for soybean crush plants
• Generate and process sales invoices for crush customers
• Collaborate with traders and the logistics team to resolve issues and ensure timely resolution
• Process accounts payable transactions for payment via ACH, wire, or check
• Maintain accurate, well-organized files in shared drives and email inboxes
• Provide general support to the merchandising and accounting teams
• Drive a culture of safety, accountability, opportunistic curiosity and contributes to creating an environment where people want to work.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Proactive attitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

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.

Join a dynamic team that transports agricultural commodities across the United States and internationally. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Merchandising Assistant to support our Soybean Crush Marketing team.

Job Summary:

As a Merchandising Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the Soybean Crush operation by working closely with our processing plants and customers. Our team consists of Traders, Logistics Specialists, and Merchandising Assistants who work together toward a common goal. You'll have the opportunity to build relationships, share ideas, help one another, and celebrate successes together. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organized, team-oriented individual who thrives on ensuring transactional accuracy and smooth operational execution.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and process netback documents for soybean crush plants
• Generate and process sales invoices for crush customers
• Collaborate with traders and the logistics team to resolve issues and ensure timely resolution
• Process accounts payable transactions for payment via ACH, wire, or check
• Maintain accurate, well-organized files in shared drives and email inboxes
• Provide general support to the merchandising and accounting teams
• Drive a culture of safety, accountability, opportunistic curiosity and contributes to creating an environment where people want to work.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Qualifications:

• 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.
• Reliable team player with a proactive attitude.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent sitting, use of computer, communication via telephone.
• Ability to navigate an office environment.
• Regular and predictable attendance in office, Ankeny, IA.