Job title: Trade Assistant – Decatur, IL
Company: Archer-Daniels-Midland
Job description: Department/FunctionCommodity TradingJob DescriptionTrade Assistant – Decatur, IL
ADM Export Containers
This is a full time exempt positionThis position is responsible for acting as the liaison between core groups within the Export Container group as well as customers. In this role, the candidate will coordinate, communicate and analyze key information as related to trade execution. This position is a fast paced yet very strategic role that requires deep analysis and problem solving skills.Day to day activities include:
- Coordinate customer shipping instructions, import permits, & other specific requirements
- Analyze various liner freight cost components for AP submission or dispute initiation
- Analyze & communicate key events of shipments from North America to our global destinations
- Document various customer concerns for analysis
- Issue resolution with service providers, customers, and other ADM locations
- Communicate changing contract schedules for proper logistical and documentation coordination
- Analyze daily operating cost component for AP submission or dispute initiation
- Coordinate with merchandisers, documentation team, logistics, customers, suppliers and service providers to ensure shipments are sent on time, in the quantity requested, with a complete set of docs.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or business preferred.
- 2-3 years export execution experience and/or logistics experience preferred.
- Payables & invoicing experience a plus.
- Container logistics experience a plus.
- Ability to be accurate & timely in a fast paced work environment.
- Ability to work as a team and develop new processes and procedures.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Ability to interact consistently in a professional and positive manner with various internal and
- external personnel.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
- Detail focused.
- Ability to develop & maintain strong working relationships with vendors, internal departments as
- well as customers.
- Flexible approach to change is vital.
Excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement listed? Studies show that often applicants will self-select out if they don’t check every box. We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.REF:85308BRRef ID#LI-LP2About ADMAt ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.#IncludingYouDiversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments – environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here:Benefits and PerksEnriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:
- Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
- Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
- Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
Additional benefits include:
- Paid time off including paid holidays.
- Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
- Tuition assistance.
- Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.
Expected salary:
Location: Decatur, IL
Job date: Wed, 15 May 2024 02:05:41 GMT
