Louis Dreyfus Company B.V.
US Soybean Meal Trader Trading Platforms
Louis Dreyfus Company B.V., Wilton, Connecticut, us, 06897
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 17,000 people globally.Job DescriptionThis position joins a growing team inside of an organization which is investing heavily in North American oilseeds processing. Individual will play a critical role in guiding and executing the export physical trade book in addition to developing, recommending, and implementing hedging strategies around the domestic asset base.Primary Responsibilities/Essential FunctionsCollaborates with team to develop premium and futures hedge trade strategyAdvises product lines and processing teams on export strategy for soybean meal, soy hullsParticipates in discussion around futures hedges for US assets and provides input to non-US teamAdvises processing team on merchandising strategy for soybean meal and soy hull pelletsWorks to grow the export cash book through expanded origination base and destination export businessEnsures timely entry of trades into position management system and validates daily positionsDistributes market wires internally recapping relevant US updates & actively participates in market callsContributes to North American research with a focus on US meal research (crush rates & SBM demand)Maintains US product export matrices and distributes regular updatesDevelops and maintains commercial relationship with customers, peers, others to expand information flowStays abreast of all soybean trade rule developmentsFamiliarizes self with all oilseeds complex balance sheets and contributes to global meal trade discussionsAssists in business analysis for external and internal implementationParticipates in strategic planning discussionsAdditional ResponsibilitiesMerchant lead on KPIs, daily production report and other internally produced industrial reports
Gathers news, statistics and information related to individual commodity supply and demand from customers and trade sources and distributes that information to the remainder of the group to support overall strategic trading/positioning ( i.e. , contributes to research function).
Assists other team members when neededOther duties as assignedExperienceBachelor’s degree in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Finance, Business Administration or other business discipline.3 to 5 years in the Grains and Oilseeds industrySoybean, soybean meal and/or DDGS merchandising and/or trading experienceUnderstanding of balance sheet analysis & position managementKnowledge/Skills/Abilities
(including any physical demands)Working knowledge of futures markets, hedging and arbitrageStrong verbal and written communication skillsStrong quantitative skills, including basic knowledge of statistics, algebra ( e.g.,
supply and demand relationships, analysis of price relationships)Ability to organize multiple responsibilities, prioritize workload and perform multiple tasks simultaneouslyAbility to work with minimal supervisionProficiency with spreadsheet and word processing software, ( e.g.,
Excel and MS Word).Must have valid driver’s licenseEquipment UsedTypical office equipment: PC, telephone, fax machine.Working ConditionsPrimarily climate-controlled office environment. Periodic visits to industrial operations areas are necessary with exposure during such visits to variety of temperatures and prevailing weather conditions. Interacts closely with personnel in other departments and company locations, interacts closely with middle and senior level management, domestic travel to visit customers required (up to 30% at times). Call-ins or the extension of regular working hours (50-60 hours per week) are occasionally needed to complete time-sensitive projects or respond to emergencies.Decision Making/AccountabilityProcesses a variety of information and data to help devise and execute trading strategies. Negotiates with trade counterparts to maximize corporate returns. Advises and recommends trading strategies, assesses risk pertaining to buying and selling and negotiates contract terms with clients.What We OfferWe 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- Hybrid work available (not applicable to all roles)Diversity & InclusionLDC 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.SustainabilitySustainable 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.
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Gathers news, statistics and information related to individual commodity supply and demand from customers and trade sources and distributes that information to the remainder of the group to support overall strategic trading/positioning ( i.e. , contributes to research function).
Assists other team members when neededOther duties as assignedExperienceBachelor’s degree in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Finance, Business Administration or other business discipline.3 to 5 years in the Grains and Oilseeds industrySoybean, soybean meal and/or DDGS merchandising and/or trading experienceUnderstanding of balance sheet analysis & position managementKnowledge/Skills/Abilities
(including any physical demands)Working knowledge of futures markets, hedging and arbitrageStrong verbal and written communication skillsStrong quantitative skills, including basic knowledge of statistics, algebra ( e.g.,
supply and demand relationships, analysis of price relationships)Ability to organize multiple responsibilities, prioritize workload and perform multiple tasks simultaneouslyAbility to work with minimal supervisionProficiency with spreadsheet and word processing software, ( e.g.,
Excel and MS Word).Must have valid driver’s licenseEquipment UsedTypical office equipment: PC, telephone, fax machine.Working ConditionsPrimarily climate-controlled office environment. Periodic visits to industrial operations areas are necessary with exposure during such visits to variety of temperatures and prevailing weather conditions. Interacts closely with personnel in other departments and company locations, interacts closely with middle and senior level management, domestic travel to visit customers required (up to 30% at times). Call-ins or the extension of regular working hours (50-60 hours per week) are occasionally needed to complete time-sensitive projects or respond to emergencies.Decision Making/AccountabilityProcesses a variety of information and data to help devise and execute trading strategies. Negotiates with trade counterparts to maximize corporate returns. Advises and recommends trading strategies, assesses risk pertaining to buying and selling and negotiates contract terms with clients.What We OfferWe 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- Hybrid work available (not applicable to all roles)Diversity & InclusionLDC 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.SustainabilitySustainable 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.
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