Louis Dreyfus Company B.V.
Solution Specialist Digital Technology & Analytics
Louis Dreyfus Company B.V., Wilton, Connecticut, us, 06897
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Digital Technology & AnalyticsLouis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork. 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:This position collaborates with trading, operations, technology, and business support partners to identify, develop, and implement world-class solutions for a global merchandiser and processor of agricultural goods. This role will require work on systems that range from in-house developed applications to vendor solutions, addressing solutions that cover trading and employee service functions. Some projects will originate locally, but others may be driven by a global program requiring collaboration between local and global teams. Activities can span from discovery and analysis to development, testing, and implementation, with occasional travel required to local or global locations.This role is hybrid and requires being in the office 4 days a week.Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions:Partner with business unit personnel at multiple locations to understand business needs and translate those needs into functional requirements.Develop test cases, perform full functional regression and performance testing, manage user acceptance testing, define roll-out strategies, and deploy solutions.Research, identify, and document current system, reporting, or procedural problems.Determine significant tasks and requirements for project definition and establish feasibility.Support portfolio managers and performance measurement groups; provide ongoing support for deployed solutions; advise users on data entry, navigation, workflows, and related issues.Create and manage project plans; devise streamlined user manuals and training seminars.Assist in developing technical requirements and functional business specifications.Work with business unit personnel and technical personnel to identify current processes, required processes, and future state processes.Document future state processes and system functionality utilizing generally accepted business analysis standards such as written documents and UML diagrams.Act as first line support to the business in case of issues during the project and second line support post go-live.Experience:5+ years of strong technical or operational experience in financial or trading systems.Experience analyzing, implementing, and supporting enterprise reporting architectures and related technologies.Experience participating in cross-functional project teams; ability to perform in various roles from individual contributor to a leadership role.Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other business organizations.Experience using Project Management methodology and best practices.Basic SQL knowledge.Preferred Qualifications:Commodities trading, inventory, or logistics experience.Knowledge of Futures & Options trading.Familiarity with workflow and automation solutions, including RPA, Power Automate, etc.Understanding of capabilities, features, and limitations of system development tools.Thorough understanding of planning, analysis, and testing techniques required to support such systems.Extensive knowledge/experience in functional business areas such as finance, accounting, information technology, and trading operations.Ability to act in a consultative role to understand functional business processes and develop solutions.Ability to effectively manage multiple assignments and priorities.History of applying varied approaches to solve complex business support challenges.Advanced knowledge of standard business tools such as MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Running workshops to identify current and best-practice procedures.Supporting the business in the creation of test cases and data/systems migration.Conducting QA application testing and organizing User Acceptance Testing.Running training workshops with key stakeholders and end users.Working with external delivery partners to develop or support our solutions.Documenting functional specifications and working closely with Regional and Global teams as well as external vendors.Education:Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Business, or a Finance-related discipline.Master’s degree in Computer Science, Business, or a Finance-related discipline preferred.What We Offer:We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment 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.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.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.
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Digital Technology & AnalyticsLouis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork. 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:This position collaborates with trading, operations, technology, and business support partners to identify, develop, and implement world-class solutions for a global merchandiser and processor of agricultural goods. This role will require work on systems that range from in-house developed applications to vendor solutions, addressing solutions that cover trading and employee service functions. Some projects will originate locally, but others may be driven by a global program requiring collaboration between local and global teams. Activities can span from discovery and analysis to development, testing, and implementation, with occasional travel required to local or global locations.This role is hybrid and requires being in the office 4 days a week.Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions:Partner with business unit personnel at multiple locations to understand business needs and translate those needs into functional requirements.Develop test cases, perform full functional regression and performance testing, manage user acceptance testing, define roll-out strategies, and deploy solutions.Research, identify, and document current system, reporting, or procedural problems.Determine significant tasks and requirements for project definition and establish feasibility.Support portfolio managers and performance measurement groups; provide ongoing support for deployed solutions; advise users on data entry, navigation, workflows, and related issues.Create and manage project plans; devise streamlined user manuals and training seminars.Assist in developing technical requirements and functional business specifications.Work with business unit personnel and technical personnel to identify current processes, required processes, and future state processes.Document future state processes and system functionality utilizing generally accepted business analysis standards such as written documents and UML diagrams.Act as first line support to the business in case of issues during the project and second line support post go-live.Experience:5+ years of strong technical or operational experience in financial or trading systems.Experience analyzing, implementing, and supporting enterprise reporting architectures and related technologies.Experience participating in cross-functional project teams; ability to perform in various roles from individual contributor to a leadership role.Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other business organizations.Experience using Project Management methodology and best practices.Basic SQL knowledge.Preferred Qualifications:Commodities trading, inventory, or logistics experience.Knowledge of Futures & Options trading.Familiarity with workflow and automation solutions, including RPA, Power Automate, etc.Understanding of capabilities, features, and limitations of system development tools.Thorough understanding of planning, analysis, and testing techniques required to support such systems.Extensive knowledge/experience in functional business areas such as finance, accounting, information technology, and trading operations.Ability to act in a consultative role to understand functional business processes and develop solutions.Ability to effectively manage multiple assignments and priorities.History of applying varied approaches to solve complex business support challenges.Advanced knowledge of standard business tools such as MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Running workshops to identify current and best-practice procedures.Supporting the business in the creation of test cases and data/systems migration.Conducting QA application testing and organizing User Acceptance Testing.Running training workshops with key stakeholders and end users.Working with external delivery partners to develop or support our solutions.Documenting functional specifications and working closely with Regional and Global teams as well as external vendors.Education:Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Business, or a Finance-related discipline.Master’s degree in Computer Science, Business, or a Finance-related discipline preferred.What We Offer:We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment 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.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.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.
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