Export & Logistics Specialist – Chattanooga, TN

Company: Archer Daniels Midland
Location: Chattanooga
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Export & Logistics Specialist – Chattanooga, TN Full time, exempt position What we do: Southern Cellulose Products, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of ADM, processes cotton linters into pure cellulose fiber and ships these products to customers around the world via containers. The processed cellulose is derived of a natural fiber and is the raw material for products that go into construction, personal care, paints, ink, lacquers, automotive applications, and high end art. At ADM, our purpose is to unlock the power of nature, to enrich the quality of life. Position Summary: The position will report to Sales Manager and will work with Commercial Sales, Shipping, Operations, and the Customers and will be responsible for execution of export shipments and for executing the documentation required for these shipments. In addition, will be involved in trading and logistics of linters from oil mills and cotton tailings merchandising from the plant. Job Responsibilities: Understand and align with Company procedures, processes, and business systems protocols. Work in a team environment with all co-workers to achieve a high level of employee commitment and morale. Review purchase orders and enter contracts. Create Shipping orders and work to secure container bookings and data entry with the bookings. Responsible to help prepare and deliver proper documentation such as packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, and commercial invoices after vessels have shipped to customer. Develop a clear understanding of document requirements for export shipments to different countries. Update customers and commercial team on vessel changes. Be involved in weekly sales meetings and develop solid understanding of customers and the products they purchase. Line up freight for raw material for plant. Be involved with managing relationships to purchase linters from outside market. Back up for merchandising the cotton tailings when traders are travelling. Back up shipping department and domestic shipments and invoicing when needed. Accountable for additional office projects, as assigned. Office records manager. Position requirements: 4 year degree and relevant work experience will be considered in lieu of education. Logistics and trading experience preferred. Experience with export documentation or container shipments a plus. Personal computer skills required, with exposure to Microsoft Office software a must. Strong attention to detail necessary. Able to keep up with pace of business and be able to fill in for all roles in the commercial team Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? 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:107355BR About ADM At 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. IncludingYou Diversity, 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 welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law Benefits and Perks Enriching 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. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

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