Job Description
Company Description
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.
Job Description
- Invite, negotiate and finalize operational arrangements at various ports through which exports or imports are planned for international execution (Container / Bulk – Dry / Liquid) requirements
- Handling & Monitoring shipments in Bulk / containers for Indian & third country execution and to ensure Compliance of contractual requirements/conditions.
- Aware of Shipping line, customs formalities & logistical procedure for container shipment.
- Letter of credit to be checked & verified in order the same is complied with contractual terms and conditions followed by issuance & presentation of documents well within time
- Appointment of CHA/CFS/Surveyors
- Ensure timely and efficient performance and execution of contracts;
- Clean and compliant presentation of documents within the stipulated time limits under export contracts;
- Lodging and closing of claims under export & import contracts
- Optimize operations basis volumes to bring down costs
- Monitor the operational methods & performance of the competition to bench mark with our operational standards
- Reporting of open contracts and positions to the trading team as per agreed time frame
- To have valid agreements for service providers in place for all third party agencies providing services;
- Detail understanding on charter party agreements.
- Periodically review, and inform trader for amendment or extension of the contracts.
- Define the clear roll and responsibilities for each team member
- Guide the team to out-perform their role
- Ensure implementation and compliance of company’s policies and procedures across the function;
- Develop, discuss and drive process improvement within the function to bring in operational efficiencies and cost improvements;
- Manages and leads team members in achieving company/platform goal, motivate and assesses performance.
- Develops strategies to promote team member adherence to company regulations and performance goals
- Provide encouragement to team members, including communicating team goals and identifying areas for training or skill checks.
- Keep the team motivated and help on their learning and growth.
Qualifications
- Master's degree or equivalent.
- Min 10 years’ experience in international execution of agri-commodities (dry & liquid) in a multi-national agri trading corp.
Additional Information
- Strong knowledge of both dry & liquid bulk cargo shipments execution with specific working in agri-commodities.
- Effective communication with third parties and all internal points (platform and region).
- Working knowledge of domestic market commercial taxation
- Good aptitude for numbers, analysis, and excellent attention to detail.
- Strong Knowledge of Laytime calculation, GAFTA (Trade governing body)
- Highly organized and self-motivated.
- Multi-tasking a must, ability to work under pressure with focus on performance delivery.
- Strong IT Skills especially Excel and Proficiency in IT and its applications
- Team-Player and a team-builder.
- Gurgaon or Nearby Resident (Open to relocate Gurgaon) Candidate Preferred.
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.
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
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.
We offer
- A workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusivity
- Opportunities for Professional Growth and Development
- Employee Recognition Program
- Employee Wellness Programs - Confidential access to certified counselors for employee and eligible family members, along with monthly wellness awareness sessions.
- Certified Great Place to Work