Trade Execution Coordinator
MX
CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.
Summary
CHS, Inc. is hiring a Trade Execution Coordinator to primarily support bulk vessel export execution for shipments originating from U.S. Gulf locations, including Myrtle Grove, LA grain terminal and Houston, TX grain terminal (TEMCO), serving customers in Mexico and Central America. This role will also cross-train in Mexico rail and warehousing activities, providing backup coverage and supporting business continuity across the trade execution team.
Responsibilities
- Execute assigned CFR and FOB export contracts involving bulk agricultural commodity shipments, primarily supporting Mexico and Central America trade flows.
- Prepare, review, and coordinate export documentation including bills of lading, commercial invoices, phytosanitary certificates, certificates of origin, and related shipping documents.
- Coordinate with Merchandising, Logistics Operations, terminals, customers, vessel agents, surveyors, freight forwarders, and other internal and external stakeholders to support successful shipment execution.
- Monitor vessel execution milestones and assist with resolution of documentation discrepancies, delays, and other operational issues.
- Support Mexico rail execution activities, including shipment coordination, documentation, border and customs-related requirements, and communication with internal teams and external service providers.
- Support Mexico warehousing activities, including inventory movements, documentation, reconciliation activities, customer releases, and coordination with warehouses and internal stakeholders. Maintain accurate contract, shipment, rail, and inventory information within applicable systems and operational tracking tools.
- Support invoicing, settlement, payment follow-up, and other transaction-related activities as assigned.
- Cross-train across vessel, rail, and warehousing activities to strengthen backup coverage and business continuity.
- Support process improvement initiatives focused on execution efficiency, documentation quality, operational controls, and workflow optimization.
Minimum Qualifications (required)
- High School diploma or GED equivalent
- 2+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, trade execution, or international transportation.
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) with strong verbal and written communication skills.
Additional Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred in International Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and Outlook).
- Knowledge of NAEGA, GAFTA, or ANEC trade terms and international grain documentation practices.
- Familiarity with rail, ocean, and intermodal transport, especially involving U.S. to Mexico trade.
- Experience working with customs brokers or international compliance teams.
- Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMCSA Clearinghouse
Career Band: Professional Career Level: Experienced