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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.

Specialize in the preparation or compilation of all documentation required for export invoicing as well as foreign customers of U.S. and foreign growth cotton shipments. Train others and initiate process or system improvements for most efficient document preparation. 

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Prepare, compile and send out export documentation sets including, invoices and other appropriate documents as required by the shipping instructions, Letters of Credit and/or country standards within a set time frame.
• Check all documents for accuracy, and customs issues as well as compliance with contract terms, letters of credit, shipping instructions and/or country standards.
• Ensure copies of all documents are stored and uploaded to appropriate sites.
• Prepare courier packages to send original sets of documents to the correct agents, buyers or banks.
• Communicate document status to agents, buyers and related internal customers by best means possible.
• Prepare and issue controlling orders and enter commissions as needed.
• Train and mentor team members on document preparation processes.
• Suggest process and/or system improvements for most efficient document preparation.
• Maintain excellent knowledge of current banking & trade practices, custom requirements and Incoterms 2010.
• Perform other related tasks as needed.

Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses

Associates degree or equivalent; Bachelors degree preferred.

Experience

Prior experience in international documentation/agriculture commodity setting preferred; three to five years’ work experience in detail oriented and dynamic work environment.

 Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)

• Minimum 3 years’ experience working with an agricultural commodity company or experience with export invoicing, documentation, and letters of credit. 
• Superior computer proficiency is required, including intermediate-level experience with Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, Copilot, and Power BI. Experience with OneNote and SharePoint is preferred and considered an asset.
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of documentation required for export invoicing as well as foreign customs of U.S. and foreign growth cotton shipments.  Letters of Credit experience preferred. 
• Must possess strong attention to detail, excellent proofreading and editing skills, and the ability to accurately perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Functional fluency in business Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin Chinese or Vietnamese language skills a plus.
• Exhibit a positive, engaging attitude that fosters teamwork, collaboration, and the ability to unite individuals around common goals.

Additional Information for the job

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