Company Description
Graduate Program trainees will be exposed to the fundamental components of global agriculture and food value chains. Our program is designed to provide a strong basis for a commercial role within the physical commodity business, and to identify and develop talented individuals who have the desire to become active players in the company. Through a combination of structured training, informal on-the-job learning, regular check-ins and inspiring coaches, participants experience different areas of our business. Graduate Trainees will contribute to a variety of projects, whilst building the skills and expertise needed for a diverse, challenging and exciting career at LDC.Diversity & InclusionLDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards.Diversity is part of our DNA. LDC strives to create a diverse and inclusive work environment where people can thrive regardless of gender, sexuality, ethnicity, or background.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.
Job Description
Along with the below listed responsibilities, the employee should conduct any other business related to the function as required by her or his supervisor.
Phase 1 – Build business experience and skills: Graduate Trainee for 18 months
During this period, Graduate Trainees will work within a pre-assigned platform covering areas on execution, research, trading and marketing.
In addition to this core training, some graduates will have the opportunity to be involved in projects of Louis Dreyfus Foundation – the philanthropic arm of Louis Dreyfus Group that provides sustainable solutions to smallholder farmers. Such assignment may include research work and field visit(s).
Phase 2 – Moving into a regular role
At the end of this phase, if job performance is high and there is a business need, the Graduate Trainees may be confirmed in a permanent role.
SCOPE OF ROTATIONS
Each rotation will cover different aspects of our global operations such as:
- Execution/Logistics
- Research
- Controlling
- Initiation to cash-trading
- Initiation to marketing activities
- Support to traders
Experiences
Preferable to have work experience or an internship placement in a Commercial environment.
Maximum of 1-3-years’ experience
Skills
Fluency in English is essential.
International mindset with a strong interest in career mobility
Strong leadership potential, with distinctive competitive spirit and resilience
Capacity to contribute to and learn from the team
Ability to connect multiple information sources and make sense of market signals; comfortable negotiating and taking decisions, critical and deductive thinker
Strong entrepreneurial / innovative approach to taking initiatives
A mature professional with humility, capable of integrating well into different cultures
Good analytical skills, ability to analyze supply, demand and trade flow fundamentals
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Required Languages
- English (Advanced)
Required Education
Bachelor’s / Master’s degree with specialization in Agricultural Economics, Agronomy, Accounting & Finance, Economics and/or Business.
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