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Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.

Apply analytical and business skills to effectively develop, test, execute, and validate efficient processes within domestic execution. Provide leadership within all functions of domestic execution, including process improvement and reporting as well as documenting standard operating procedures.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Identify, develop, and execute Domestic Execution processes and operating systems that improve efficiency and accuracy within the department.
  • Domestic Purchase and Sale Contracts – ensure the integrity of domestic contract maintenance, documentation, reporting and validation processes.
  • Domestic Purchase and Sale invoicing – establish relationships and streamline processes with gins, warehouses, and producers; validate system calculations to process accurate and timely invoices and provide excellent customer service.
  • Inventory Management – monitor and improve process from receipt of collateral to application to purchase; reconcile inventory to electronic third party providers.
  • Domestic Claims, Payables & Receivables - monitor domestic receivable and payable accounts; discuss & resolve discrepancies with traders, buyers, and accounting.
• Cross train in all aspects of Domestic Execution, as well as Inventory and Sales Management, to serve as a backup to Management as needed during purchasing season.
• Perform redemptions of cotton from the USDA loan program, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.
• Execute Certificated Cotton processes for issuance and taking delivery.
• Assist with processes of Procot Cooperative and Fambro LSA loan processing.
• Act as liaison between Execution, Accounting, P&L, and IT, as needed, to ensure accuracy of our department’s business processes as they affect other departments.
• Perform user testing and provide documentation for system developments and enhancements
• Perform all related responsibilities as required by management.

Company Conformance Statements

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following:

• Perform quality work within deadlines without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with co-workers, business associates and external partners/customers.
• Demonstrate a commitment to data confidentiality by safeguarding proprietary LDC information and protecting partner data in accordance with company standards and policies.
• Support initiatives and projects established by senior management while also demonstrating the confidence to ask thoughtful questions, provide constructive feedback, and offer suggestions in a professional manner.
• Support and maintain the missions and core values of the Company and the Domestic Execution team.
• Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company.
• Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy.

Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses

• Bachelor’s degree in business with a concentration in Accounting and/or Finance or equivalent work experience with an agriculture commodity company considered.

Experience

• 1 to 2 years experience in cotton/Agriculture or related industry; and general accounting.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)

• Minimum 1+ years working directly within the agriculture commodity space and/or domestic sales and purchases experience.
• Broad range of computer skills including functional knowledge of Microsoft programs, especially MS Word, Excel and Power Point. Microsoft Access, OneNote and SharePoint will be beneficial.
• Exhibit a positive, engaging attitude that fosters teamwork, collaboration, and the ability to unite individuals around common goals.
• Passionate and driven personality that wants to see others succeed.
• Driven to create positive outcomes for individual goals as well as both the organization and the individuals they work alongside.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing positively in a team environment.
• Required to maintain strict confidentiality of all proprietary or sensitive information.

What We Offer

We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.

- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage
- 401k with Company Match
- Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles)

Diversity & Inclusion
LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.
LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Equal employment opportunity (EEO)

Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Sustainability
Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.
We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us