Total 11 job vacancies by Louis Dreyfus Company

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new AI Hub in Singapore, a strategic initiative designed to drive innovation in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Generative AI, and Data Science. This hub will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our business, serving as a center of excellence for delivering cutting-edge AI and data-driven solutions across our diverse product lines. As part of this dynamic and growing team, you will be at the forefront of leveraging AI to address complex challenges and deliver transformative insights for our operations worldwide.

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Data Scientist for our DT&A Platform with a strong background in Supply Chain. We seek for someone who enjoys hands-on data science work while also possess the ambition to lead strategic initiatives. The role bridges data science, product management, and business strategy, playing a key role in shaping the future of our supply chain data ecosystem. A strong initial focus will involve tracking vessels and their cargoes while contribute to the creation of a digital twin of our operations. The role offers an unparalleled opportunity to make a tangible impact on our global supply chain optimization and predictive capabilities.

Main Responsibilities:

• Data Product Development:
  • Design, develop, and manage the lifecycle of high-quality data products
• Algorithm Design:
  • Build advanced algorithms, with a focus on fuzzy matching, destination prediction, indicator modeling, and optimization within digital twins
• Data Management:
  • Collaborate with data engineers to handle complex, multi-format datasets, ensuring accurate analysis and effective data governance
• Team Coordination:
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including data architects, data engineers, and the product team to align on project goals, technical specifications, and deliverables
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Translate business needs into data-driven solutions, ensuring alignment with strategic goals
• Insights Presentation:
  • Synthesize raw data into actionable insights, delivering compelling visualizations and narratives for both technical and non-technical stakeholders on a regular basis

Experiences:

• At least 2-4 years of relevant experiences
• Strong background in AIS data, geographical data, or time series prediction
• Proven experience in designing and implementing quality algorithms for research and data analytics
• Experience in agricultural commodities trading, freight, logistics or similar markets is a strong plus
• Experience with modeling techniques and machine learning algorithms is a plus
• Passionate about staying abreast of the latest trends in AI, data science, and industry innovations
• Genuine interest in commodity trading industry
• Strong analytical and statistical capabilities, with a proven track record in problem-solving
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in collaborative settings
• Independent self-starter who takes initiative, and has a proactive attitude toward problems and issues
• Ability to present complex technical concepts in an accessible manner to stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Python and SQL
• Experience in data analysis libraries (e.g. Pandas, NumPy, SciPy)
• Experience in working with large, complex datasets
• Experience in implementing fuzzy matching algorithms, optimization techniques, and other advanced analytics methods are a strong plus

Languages:

• English (Fluent)

Academics:

• Degree or Master’s in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Computer Science, Data Science or related field of study

The Freight Platform is an independent profit center with a dual mandate of both supporting the in-house dry-bulk, freight needs of the other commodity platforms and acting as a proprietary freight trader/operator. 

As part of the Freight Commercial Handysize team, you will play a crucial role being a part of global freight team, segmented by vessel size with region specific responsibilities. The Freight Trader role demands a keen ability to navigate and interpret complex market dynamics. The primary challenge lies in being “on call” 24/7 in order to complete time-sensitive projects, attend trainings or to respond to emergencies. This requires someone who is able to work in a fast-paced trading-floor environment. Effective communication and collaboration with the local and global teams are essential to ensure timely and strategic decision-making in a highly competitive freight market.

Occasional domestic and/or international travel to meet clients and attend shipping conventions is required (approximately three to four times per year).

Main Responsibilities:

As part of the Singapore Freight Commercial Handysize team, you will be the Freight Trader for the Far East region, with responsibilities across pricing, positioning, business development and contract execution. This role involves interaction with both internal and external cargo customers, whilst also commercially manages the period fleet, optimizing the regional program. With a focus on expanding our reach and access with industrial cargo clients, you will play a key role in these areas:

• Accurately price, sell and manage freight risks for internal clients
• Develop 3rd party relationships on cargo and owning side, to complement and expand base internal cargo flow
• Optimize regional position through arbitrage of derivative hedges and physical positions; cargoes (internal/external), contracts and period vessels

Pricing of Freight and Rate Negotiation:

• Participate in external markets, spot and forward, to identify ‘replacement’ market prices
• Utilize in-house research and data analytics to identify market ‘mispricing’ and relative value trading opportunities
• Use the price forecast as the basis for generating firm freight rates to provide to internal commodity traders for completion of CNF sales and market research as well as for the basis of external trading on cargoes, contracts and period vessels
• Identify and trade arbitrage and hedging opportunities in the freight derivatives and futures market, and assess the opportunity of applying a period ship or new period ship fixture against a freight sale

Position Management:

• Orchestrate and execute the optimization and profitable arbitrage of the regional book, interacting with other regional traders to find the net best employment for period vessels
• Work in tandem with the regional offices including Vancouver and Geneva to optimize trading strategy of LDC physical cargo/tonnage book
• Liaise with the internal commodity teams to anticipate demand while ensuring smooth internal shipment program

Business Development:

• Expand third party network with a particular focus on accessing industrial cargo clients and bypassing operator/trader intermediaries
• Seek for both spot, medium and long-term opportunities, including COAs and joint ventures

Freight Contract Execution:

• Work closely with Freight Operations to stay on top of the itineraries, stowplans, and voyage execution PnLs. Ensure all documentary and administrative requirements are complete in a timely manner
• Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and/or to determine the need for changes; consult the Senior Trader on unusual price strategy, policy and operational issues if necessary/applicable
• Adhere to the Corporate and/or Platform Risk, Credit, Compliance, and Ethics guidelines

Other Scope:

• Research and evaluate trading partners based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production, distribution capabilities, reputation and history
• Undertake and complete training on:
  • Time charter and Voyage charter parties, FFA contract negotiation and execution; Vessel bunkering hedging and execution; Internal freight accounting practices; Internal freight IT systems
• Internal Client Management:
  • Organize and attend regular meetings with internal commodity traders to discuss market outlook, upcoming programs, target business and any execution/trading issues that require attention. Ensure relevant commodity market themes and perspectives are effectively communicated for a broader Freight awareness

Experiences:

• At least 2-5 years of relevant working experiences in shipping industry
• Experience in drybulk shipping and Handysize are preferred; open to Supramax
• Genuine interest in global shipping and commodity markets
• Ability to work with teams in different geographical locations
• Ability to work within a complex and international environment
• Extensive experience performing advanced freight calculations
• Extensive experience/familiarity negotiating time charter and voyage charter party terms
• Extensive experience arbitraging freight positions on spot and forward markets
• Experience and/or interest in analyzing balance sheets and working with researchers/data analysts
• Experience working with other commercial teams to design trading strategies is a plus
• Ability to manage data and summarizing large quantity of data into key/actionable insights
• Ability to analyze trends, data, and numbers to draw meaningful conclusions and write comprehensive reports
• Know how to communicate/explain complex ideas in a simple way
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with an attentive approach to analysis to ensure accurate assumptions and conclusions
• Ability to understand the business needs & potential issues and propose innovative ideas/solutions
• Good time management skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Interpersonal skills, ability to forge relationships with colleagues and external parties
• Self-motivated, assertive & problem-solver individual
• High emotional intelligence

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Excel
• Experience with BI tools for analytics
• Python programming skills and command on SQL and Data visualization tools are a plus
• Strong statistical and analytical skills, with a solid understanding of data management best practices
• Good Business Intelligence awareness

Languages:

• English (Fluent)

Academics:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Engineering, Finance, Trade, Maritime Studies or related field of study

Job Overview

The Carbon Commercial Specialist will play a pivotal role in LDC’s Sustainability and Energy Transition team in Asia, combining both analytical and commercial expertise in the rapidly evolving carbon credits market. This position focuses on MRV of the company's GHG emissions, analyzing supply and demand trends, policy developments, and commercializing the company’s carbon credits portfolio. The role will involve developing relationships with key stakeholders, including end-buyers, brokers, and intermediaries, to drive growth and identify new opportunities in the voluntary carbon market.

Main Responsibilities

• MRV of the Company's GHG Emissions: Collect and monitor Scope 1,2 & 3 data of the company's assets, apply appropriate models for the generation of monitoring reports and assist external verifications on the GHG emissions of individual asset.
• Market Analysis & Insight Generation: Analyze market trends and macroeconomic fundamentals in the carbon credits market across Asia. Provide actionable insights related to supply/demand dynamics and policy developments to help manage and optimize the company’s carbon credits portfolio.
• Policy & Regulatory Tracking: Monitor and analyze global and regional policy developments within the voluntary and mandatory carbon market, identifying opportunities and potential risks that could impact the company’s carbon credit transactions in Asia.
• Market Intelligence Reporting: Distribute weekly market updates to the Sustainability and Energy Transition team, summarizing key policy, market, and trade highlights relevant to the carbon credits market.
• Stakeholder Relationship Management: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the carbon credit ecosystem, including end-users, intermediaries, brokers, wholesalers, and consultants. Develop and nurture a network of commercial relationships to support the growth and success of the carbon credits portfolio.
• Transaction Execution & Commercialization: Identify and close spot over-the-counter carbon credit transactions with counterparties. Ensure the timely and accurate entry of trades into position management systems and monitor P&Ls to guide commercial strategy. Collaborate with back-office teams to ensure seamless delivery of carbon credits and compliance with registries.
• Internal Knowledge Sharing: Contribute to the development of a carbon expertise center within the organization, fostering the integration of carbon credit strategies across the full value chain. Organize and participate in internal workshops, training, and presentations to share insights and knowledge.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams such as Sustainability, Trading, and Compliance to ensure alignment and execution of the company’s carbon market strategies. Support the wider team with business development and strategy initiatives.

As an Operational Control Analyst for the Asia Rice Platform, your role is to be a key financial partner to the platform, and be primarily responsible for timely reporting, monitoring and analysis of the Business Results and Exposures. You are required to understand the trade flows, strategies and to produce commentary and analysis as and when required. You will be responsible for the monthly closing process and working closely with near-shore Accounting. You will also be involved in IT and Process Improvement/Efficiency projects, and play an important role from a business operations perspective, collaborating closely with multiple stakeholders such as Commercial team, Execution team, Finance team, IT team who may be stationed across different countries.

Main Responsibilities:

• Prepare, monitor and analyse the Trading Positions, Weekly P&Ls, FX Exposures, Cashflow Forecast for the Asia Rice businesses
• Provide commentary and analysis on Desk/Platform performance
• Keep abreast of business strategies, operations, and market news to be aware of risks on business results or misconducts
• Prepare regular updates on landing for current FY and budget process for upcoming FY
• Provide any ad-hoc analysis upon Platform/Region’s request to support business decision making
• Liaise with Near-shore Accounting team to ensure accurate month-end closing in accordance with internal deadlines and reporting requirements
• Collaborate and communicate with stakeholders from other departments such as Commercial, Execution, Finance and IT team
• Propose/Champion/Participate/Collaborate with colleagues in other Departments in business process improvement initiatives or regional projects to align/streamline processes in line with LDC’s Trade to Cash Principles

Experiences:

• 2-3 years of experiences in Product Control/Business Analysis/Management Accounting/Audit
• Working knowledge of Financial Markets, in particular Commodity and Foreign Exchange Markets
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of SQL and PowerBI is a plus
• Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for details
• Good business sense with high level vision
• Ability to identify/control weaknesses and implement process improvements
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability and willingness to interact effectively with all levels of employees & management
• Ability to handle/ prioritize multiple responsibilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Independent self-starter who takes initiative, and has a proactive attitude toward problems and issues
• Flexibility on working hours during periodic closings

Academics:

•  Degree in Business/Accounting/Economics or related field of study

2025 Graduate Trainee Program (Freight Operations Track):

This is an 18-month program designed to expose you to the fundamental components of agriculture, international shipping, maritime law and finance. The program is designed to launch, support and accelerate your career by providing the opportunity to work alongside and learn from highly skilled professionals and mentors with wealth of experience in the Shipping industry. It takes a certain kind of tenacity to stand among the best of them.

Depending on individual performance, you could expect to develop professionally in Freight Operations such as Finance, Laytime, or Vessel Operations after the program and beyond.

Application Process and Timeline:

Applications are now open on our LDC career webpage! (Deadline: 31 January 2025)

Interested applicants are requested to submit your updated resume at our LDC career webpage together with a cover letter, explaining why you are interested in this program and why you should be shortlisted.

Scope of Rotations:

Each rotation will cover different aspects of our global operations such as:

• Finance in Shipping
• Fundamentals of Maritime Contract Law & Laytime Negotiations
• Vessel Operations (Voyage Planning, Execution & Optimization)

Requirements:

• Recent graduates with Degree in Maritime/Shipping/Business studies or related field of study, and with strong academic records are welcome to apply
• Highly motivated with the drive to make a difference and question status quo
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good analytical skills, attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong problem solving and numerical/analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and thrive in uncertain conditions, effectively managing challenges
• Ability to maintain professional attitude and adapt in a multicultural environment
• Prior internship/working experience in Maritime industry is a plus

Program Highlights:

• Personal and Professional Development: We are committed to fostering your growth through various learning experiences and avenues. You will be entrusted with meaningful projects that directly impact our global operations, thus providing you with invaluable real-world experience. Mentorship and guidance by industry experts and seasoned professionals at LDC will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the agribusiness sector.
• Diverse Community: Collaborate with supportive and diverse teams across the region to gain global exposure as you rotate through various functions, enriching your appreciation for our LDC culture. 
• Opportunities for Growth: Actively participate in company initiatives, embody our values, and strive for greatness. We provide opportunities to join our talent pool for steadfast advancement. Through various programs, we are committed to identifying and nurturing talent, providing clear & tangible pathways for career advancement. Join us to make a difference today!

Join the Louis Dreyfus Company Graduate Program – Freight Operations Track and unlock your potential for a rewarding career in the dynamic world of Freight!

2025 Graduate Trainee Program (Finance Track):

This is an 18-month program designed to equip you with foundational knowledge and professional skills in the Finance and Risk departments. The program begins with a 1-year rotation in Business Controlling department where you will learn about the core Trading and Merchandizing activity performing Daily Position, P&L Reporting and supporting Month-End closing and other business focused analysis. 

This will be followed by two 3-month rotations in other Functions such as Credit Risk, Tax, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Finance Processes & Systems Optimisation (FPSO) and Internal Control depending on business needs.  Through practical projects and mentoring from leaders in the team, you would gain deeper understanding of the broader business and competencies that are essential to furthering your career growth.

Finally, the program also includes a mid-rotation assignment to Treasury Department where the Trainee will participate in LDCs annual Bank Syndication program which will give exposure to strategy of all Platforms (Businesses lines) and the institutional loan market.

Depending on individual performance, you could expect to develop professionally in any of the Finance or Risk functions depending on business needs, personal interest and at the conclusion of the program.

Application Process and Timeline:

Applications are now open on our LDC career webpage! (Deadline: 31 January 2025)

Interested applicants are requested to submit your updated resume at our LDC career webpage together with a cover letter, explaining why you are interested in this program and why you should be shortlisted.

Key Department Rotations and Responsibilities:

Business Controlling:

• Prepare, monitor, and analyse the daily P&L and positions for assigned platforms/business units
• Assist Platform Controllers to produce Weekly and Monthly P&Ls and provide Daily and Monthly Commentary on Platform performance
• Ensure an accurate monthly closing in accordance with internal deadlines and reporting requirements

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets for Singapore and Malaysia, focusing on topics of G&A, Capex, Net Interest
• Input budget and landing data into the Global financial reporting system
• Assist Regional FP&A Manager in coordinating and managing the Budget and Landing process for South and South-East Asia including preparing regional presentations and variance analysis
• Produce ad-hoc management reporting for Regional Management including Trend Analysis, Year-on-Year Comparatives and KPI monitoring

Finance Processes and Systems Optimization (FPSO):

• Assist with system projects and implementation and user support to Functional users
• Assist with automation and data visualisation projects

Tax:

• Assist in income tax return preparation and filings, ensuring compliance with deadlines
• Respond to tax authority queries, defending historical commercial/tax positions taken
• Offer ad-hoc business advisory and support to the Regional Tax team as required

Credit Risk:

• Spreading counterparty Financial Statements into LDC Scorecard
• Conducting counterparty business research, information gathering for trade requests/credit reviews
• Ensure exposure accuracy in weekly reports and follow-up with various stakeholders/front-end systems

Internal Control:

• Support Trade-to-Cash (TTC) monitoring and risk assessment
• Assist in assessing and analysing key control focus areas and support on other ad-hoc internal control projects

Requirements:

• Recent graduates with Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business or equivalent, and with strong academic records are welcome to apply
• Excellent problem solving and numerical/analytical skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and thrive in dynamic situations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and programming languages e.g., VBA, Python, Power BI is a plus
• Prior internship in commodities industry or experience in product control/business analysis/audit is a plus

Program Highlights:

• Personal and Professional Development: We are committed to fostering your growth through various learning experiences and avenues. You will be entrusted with meaningful projects that directly impact our global operations, thus providing you with invaluable real-world experience. Mentorship and guidance by industry experts and seasoned professionals at LDC will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the agribusiness sector.
• Diverse Community: Collaborate with supportive and diverse teams across the region to gain global exposure as you rotate through various functions, enriching your appreciation for our LDC culture. 
• Opportunities for Growth: Actively participate in company initiatives, embody our values, and strive for greatness. We provide opportunities to join our talent pool for steadfast advancement. Through various programs, we are committed to identifying and nurturing talent, providing clear & tangible pathways for career advancement. Join us to make a difference today!

Join the Louis Dreyfus Company Graduate Program – Finance Track and unlock your potential for a rewarding career in the dynamic world of Agri-commodities!

2025 Graduate Trainee Program (Agri-Commercial Track):

This is an 18-month program designed to equip you with foundational knowledge and professional skills in one of our business platforms, with rotation across various functions such as trade execution, research, and marketing/trading. Through practical projects and mentoring from business leaders, you would gain deeper understanding of the business and competencies that are essential to furthering your career growth.

Depending on individual performance, you could expect to develop professionally in commodities research, trading, marketing roles after the program and beyond.

Application Process and Timeline:

Applications are now open on our LDC career webpage! (Deadline: 31 January 2025)

Interested applicants are requested to submit your updated resume at our LDC career webpage together with a cover letter, explaining why you are interested in this program and why you should be shortlisted.

Key Department Rotations and Responsibilities:

Research:

• Process and analyze information, develop relevant databases, and synthesize research and report findings in a clear and informative structure
• Manage statistical data in commodities balance sheets and conduct macroeconomic monitoring
• Contribute new insights and independent ideas to the team
• Assist researchers and traders with the commercial research and trading activities

Trading:

• Monitor daily trading environment and predict market movement
• Support the team on completion and execution of trades efficiently and accurately
• Support the team on deals with new clients
• Keep the commercial team informed of relevant issues with their customers
• Follow market movements and support decision-making

• Perform detailed data analysis and valuation
• Create dynamic and intuitive dashboards to support business reporting and analytics

Marketing:

• Enhance technical skills in derivatives and physical markets
• Abide by the company’s risk control policy and execution procedure
• Follow up contract execution and work with related (credit/contracts/logistics) teams to solve problems
• Provide market data to research team

Sustainability (only applicable for certain business platforms):

• Assess the risks associated with sustainability issues, such as climate change, water scarcity and labor rights violations in LDC value chains
• Support the company to comply with relevant laws and standards relative to sustainability (e.g. EU Deforestation Regulation, Sustainable Certification Standards etc)

Requirements:

• Recent graduates from all degree disciplines and with strong academic records are welcome to apply
• Strong problem solving and numerical/analytical skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and thrive in uncertainty situations  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and programming languages e.g., VBA, Python, Power BI is a plus  
• Prior internship/ experience in commodities industry is a plus

Program Highlights:

• Personal and Professional Development: We are committed to fostering your growth through various learning experiences and avenues. You will be entrusted with meaningful projects that directly impact our global operations, thus providing you with invaluable real-world experience. Mentorship and guidance by industry experts and seasoned professionals at LDC will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the agribusiness sector.
• Diverse Community: Collaborate with supportive and diverse teams across the region to gain global exposure as you rotate through various functions, enriching your appreciation for our LDC culture. 
• Opportunities for Growth: Actively participate in company initiatives, embody our values, and strive for greatness. We provide opportunities to join our talent pool for steadfast advancement. Through various programs, we are committed to identifying and nurturing talent, providing clear & tangible pathways for career advancement. Join us to make a difference today!

Join the Louis Dreyfus Company Graduate Program – Agri-Commercial Track and unlock your potential for a rewarding career in the dynamic world of Agri-commodities!

Main Responsibilities:

As a Senior Administration & Business Support Executive, you are responsible for the day-to-day operations of the office and playing a key role in creating a safe and pleasant workplace environment for the company. This includes the management of all vendors including building management, all third-party service providers (cleaning staffs) and vendors. You are also the primary contact point with our business travel providers and in providing Executive Support for Senior Management as required. You will also be required to support on other administrative activities such as coordination and support of internal visitors and company events and in receiving external guests.

• Manage day-to-day operations of the office, ensuring a safe and welcoming office environment for all staffs
• Manage office pantries, key 3rd Party service providers (Cleaning Staffs) and Building Management/Landlord
• Manage all vendors (Office Supplies, Services) to deliver efficient and cost-effective support for daily operations
• Liaise with external vendors and manage office maintenance servicing for pantry facilities and appliances, landscaping, and overall office cleanliness
• Monitor office inventory and vendor contracts (service and maintenance) and ensure office is fully equipped to support day-to-day operations
• Act as the primary contact point for business travel providers, ensuring staffs have high quality and seamless travel experience and manage relationships with hotels and airlines
• Support in procurement of corporate contracts
• Update and track office administration expenses and monitoring of annual budget
• Coordinate and support office events and arrangements such as travel logistics, restaurant/venue booking and liaison
• Organize and sort company correspondences including coordination of internal and external courier activity
• Keep track of joiners and leavers and manage administration on/offboarding, profile creation/deletion
• Coordinate with HR and manage company merchandise
• Check and submit vendor/travel invoices for processing
• Provide business support to Senior Executives such as arrangement of travel and hotel bookings, calendar appointments and business claims as required
• Responsible for upholding the appearance of the reception area, creating a positive experience for internal and external guests
• Ensure external guests are professionally received and directed as required
• Support internal visitors to Singapore Office including hotel bookings, visa/invitation letters and general logistics

Experiences:

• At least 3-5 years’ relevant working experiences in Secretarial / Administration / Cabin Crew background in a fast-paced MNC environment

Other skills (Computer Skills, etc):

• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Highly effective communication skills to work with internal/external stakeholders in a fast-paced, multicultural and diverse setting
• Good organization and time management skills
• Meticulous with a keen eye for detail
• Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Self-motivated, confident, and mature approach
• Able to juggle multiple priorities and concurrent tasks
• Willingness to learn with positive attitude
• Team-player

Languages:

• Proficiency in English and Bahasa/Mandarin to work with internal/external stakeholders who converse only in English, and with Bahasa/Chinese counterparts who converse only in Malay/Mandarin

Academics:

• Diploma/ Degree in Office Administration/ Business Management/ Secretarial Studies or any related field of study

We are looking for a highly skilled Data Scientist for our global Weather Desk with a strong background in Meteorology. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD or Master’s degree in Atmospheric Science or a related field. We seek for someone who is passionate not only about data analytics and modeling, but also enjoys interpreting large-scale weather patterns and teleconnections. The role balances forecasting work for commercial teams and research projects using data science. The ideal candidate is proficient in weather forecasting and understands the driving forces behind expected weather patterns.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead global weather intelligence and monitoring for the SouthEast Asia regional commercial offices
• Conduct research, perform data analysis, and create predictive models using meteorological datasets
• Work with internal team to expand and improve suite of weather monitoring tools and visualizations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex weather/climate data into actionable insights through an agricultural commodity lens
• Present weather and research output to both technical and non-technical stakeholders on a regular basis
• Interact with our AI Hub in Singapore and ensure LDC benefits from the most recent developments in weather-related AI

Experiences:

• At least 1-3 years of relevant experiences
• Strong background in meteorology and forecasting
• Proven experience in research and data analytics
• Experience with agricultural commodities and trading is a plus
• Experience with modeling techniques and machine learning algorithms is a plus
• Experience with Google Earth Engine is a plus
• Genuine interest in commodity trading industry
• Strong analytical and statistical capabilities, with a proven track record in problem-solving
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in collaborative settings

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Python
• Experience in data analysis libraries (e.g. Pandas, NumPy, SciPy)

Languages:

• English (Fluent)

Academics:

• PhD or Master’s in Atmospheric Science, Agricultural Science, Meteorology or related field of study

Reporting to the Regional FPSO Manager, we are looking for an FPSO Analyst to drive business transformations by developing and improving core business processes/structures and facilitating the implementation of new systems/processes/requirements with minimal business impact.  Your objectives will be to ensure that the systems meet business requirements, controls, and compliance; that users are trained and use the system correctly; and that support is delivered in a pro-active and efficient manner. You will work as part of the Regional FPSO Team, interacting closely with the regional functional teams, regional management and the Global FPSO team.

Main Responsibilities:

Act as a Regional Finance Coordinator on system/project roll outs:

• Be a central point of contact to coordinate, engage key Finance members, organize meetings, and facilitate discussions
• Participate in finance system/project implementations end-to-end and work closely and efficiently with cross-functional Global/Regional teams to ensure timely completion of projects
• Articulate business requirements, evaluate business process, and provide support on documentation
• Co-lead change management, highlight blocking issues and ensure prompt resolution
• Monitor projects and co-present project status and metrics to regional management and stakeholders
• Pro-actively communicate any system implementation changes (before and after) to Finance users to mitigate any downstream impact to business operations

Support country deployments of front and back-office applications:

• Translate local requirements, identify gaps, align, and integrate into global applications end-to-end following core/group global standard model
• Validate approach on system testing, and develop jointly with team members on detailed test plan

Act as a Subject Matter Expert in Systems & Finance Processes

• Be a functional expert in business systems/processes and have a good understanding on interconnected systems workflow
• Collaborate with business and discover new opportunities for Power BI, RPA or related automations development.
• Actively participate with operational teams to define system/operational requirements for new business requirements/initiatives/acquisitions
• Facilitate the review of front and back-office business systems/processes tickets
• Optimize, improve, and streamline business process, ensure proper control, and process compliance

User support & training

• Engage with key users and arrange training for them
• Bring any useful updates/training feedback for functional evaluation

Post implementation monitoring / Performance monitoring

• Monitor projects KPIs and track deliverables are met

Experiences:

• At least 3-5 years of strong operational experience in project management and finance processes/systems implementations
• Working knowledge of Financial Markets, in particular Commodity is preferred

Other skills (Computer Skills, etc):

• Project Management skills and good knowledge of key finance processes and best practices
• Experience with UAT (User Acceptance Testing), systems like SAP, Microsoft Dynamics AX, trading systems, payment system (FIS TRAX) and Cash Management system (Quantum) would be a plus
• Good Microsoft Office skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with different levels of stakeholders
• Proactive and driven to support Finance users
• Independent and display positive attitude towards problem solving
• Ability to multi-task and handle ambiguity in a high-pressure atmosphere.  Flexibility on working time/travel during project implementation

Languages:

• English (Fluent)

Academics:

•  Degree in Business/Accounting/Economics or any related field of study

The Louis Dreyfus Company Internship Program 2025 is a six-month program that provides students an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in commodity trading industry. The program is designed to equip interns with foundational knowledge and professional skills in one of the company’s business platforms.

As an FFS Intern, you will be introduced to and become an integral part of our Food & Feed Solutions (FFS) team. You will work with experienced professionals in FFS team and interact with colleagues to gain insight into the commodity industry. You will be given the opportunity to collaborate with various stakeholders to develop your own sense of the working environment in the business platform.

Internship duration:

• Between Jan to June 2025

Main Responsibilities:

• Participate in daily commercial and marketing discussion of the desk
• Analyze and enhance logistics related flow
• Develop and strengthen current research processes
• Participate in desk activity data management

Requirements:

• Degree in Economics, Engineering, Computer Science or any other fields of study
• Strong in numerical, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities and to prioritize
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and to take initiative, proactive attitude toward problems
• Ability to work in a high-pressure atmosphere
• Entrepreneurial & humble mindset
• Proficient in programming language (Python, R, etc) and PowerBI