Company Description
Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods and plant-based ingredients. 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 organisation of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.
In December 2024 Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) signed a binding agreement to purchase BASF’s Food and Health Performance Ingredients business including the acquisition of the Illertissen production site in Germany, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions. This transition presents new and exciting opportunities for the Illertissen site under LDC's stewardship.
The Illertissen facility is poised to continue its legacy of innovation in food and health ingredients, drive new advancements and deliver high-quality products to meet evolving consumer demand and contribute to LDC's sector growth strategies. The dedicated team of approximately 280 employees is expected to join LDC and remains committed to delivering high-quality products, ensuring a promising future for the site and its stakeholders.
Job Description
Main Responsibilities:
Your main missions will be to:
Export & Import Operations:
1. Oversee end-to-end import and export operations, ensuring timely and cost-effective deliveries
2. Handle customs procedures, import/export licenses, regulatory compliance, and clearance
3. Manage Tariffication of products
4. Work closely with freight forwarders, customs brokers, transport providers, and regulatory agencies to ensure efficient shipment management
5. Ensure compliance with international trade laws, Incoterms, and food industry-specific regulations
Documentation Management:
6. Create, manage, and maintain all necessary trade-related documentation, including:
7. Customs declarations
8. Certificates of origin
9. Health certificates & other sanitary certificates
10. Import/export permits & licenses
11. Shipping and transport documents (e.g., Bill of Lading, Packing Lists, Commercial Invoices, etc.)
12. Ensure all documents are accurate, complete, and compliant with country-specific trade regulations
13. Work closely with regulatory and quality teams to secure necessary certifications for different markets
Logistics & Supply Chain Coordination:
14. Coordinate with transport providers and warehouses to optimize shipping routes and freight costs
15. Track and monitor shipments, proactively managing potential delays, risks, and disruptions
16. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure proper stock management and distribution planning
17. Support the integration of digital tools and ERP systems to streamline document and logistics processes
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management:
18. Ensure full compliance with EU, US FDA, and APAC food import/export regulations
19. Stay updated on tariffs, sanctions, customs rules, and regulatory changes impacting global trade
20. Implement risk mitigation strategies to prevent compliance or logistical issues
Cost Management & Process Optimization:
21. Negotiate rates with carriers, shipping lines, and customs brokers to reduce costs
22. Identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize logistics workflows
23. Develop and maintain best practices for trade compliance and document handling
Experience
Required experience and technical skills:
24. Degree in Supply Chain Management, International Trade, Logistics, or a related field
25. At least 5 years of experience in export/import operations, preferably in the food ingredients or FMCG sector
26. Experience with ERP & logistics management systems
27. Strong expertise in customs documentation, Incoterms, and international trade compliance
Languages:
28. Fluency in English is required
29. Additional languages are a plus
Soft skills:
30. Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills for managing critical documentation
31. Excellent negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skills
Additional Information
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.
Our Benefits
32. Competitive salary and benefits
33. Hybrid work available (not applicable to all roles)
34. Pension contributions
35. Access to Training and Development
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
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.
Company Description
Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods and plant-based ingredients. 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 organisation of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.
In December 2024 Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) signed a binding agreement to purchase BASF’s Food and Health Performance Ingredients business including the acquisition of the Illertissen production site in Germany, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions. This transition presents new and exciting opportunities for the Illertissen site under LDC's stewardship.
The Illertissen facility is poised to continue its legacy of innovation in food and health ingredients, drive new advancements and deliver high-quality products to meet evolving consumer demand and contribute to LDC's sector growth strategies. The dedicated team of approximately 280 employees is expected to join LDC and remains committed to delivering high-quality products, ensuring a promising future for the site and its stakeholders.
Job Description
Main Responsibilities:
Your main missions will be to:
Export & Import Operations:
36. Oversee end-to-end import and export operations, ensuring timely and cost-effective deliveries
37. Handle customs procedures, import/export licenses, regulatory compliance, and clearance
38. Manage Tariffication of products
39. Work closely with freight forwarders, customs brokers, transport providers, and regulatory agencies to ensure efficient shipment management
40. Ensure compliance with international trade laws, Incoterms, and food industry-specific regulations
Documentation Management:
41. Create, manage, and maintain all necessary trade-related documentation, including:
42. Customs declarations
43. Certificates of origin
44. Health certificates & other sanitary certificates
45. Import/export permits & licenses
46. Shipping and transport documents (e.g., Bill of Lading, Packing Lists, Commercial Invoices, etc.)
47. Ensure all documents are accurate, complete, and compliant with country-specific trade regulations
48. Work closely with regulatory and quality teams to secure necessary certifications for different markets
Logistics & Supply Chain Coordination:
49. Coordinate with transport providers and warehouses to optimize shipping routes and freight costs
50. Track and monitor shipments, proactively managing potential delays, risks, and disruptions
51. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure proper stock management and distribution planning
52. Support the integration of digital tools and ERP systems to streamline document and logistics processes
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management:
53. Ensure full compliance with EU, US FDA, and APAC food import/export regulations
54. Stay updated on tariffs, sanctions, customs rules, and regulatory changes impacting global trade
55. Implement risk mitigation strategies to prevent compliance or logistical issues
Cost Management & Process Optimization:
56. Negotiate rates with carriers, shipping lines, and customs brokers to reduce costs
57. Identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize logistics workflows
58. Develop and maintain best practices for trade compliance and document handling
Experience
Required experience and technical skills:
59. Degree in Supply Chain Management, International Trade, Logistics, or a related field
60. At least 5 years of experience in export/import operations, preferably in the food ingredients or FMCG sector
61. Experience with ERP & logistics management systems
62. Strong expertise in customs documentation, Incoterms, and international trade compliance
Languages:
63. Fluency in English is required
64. Additional languages are a plus
Soft skills:
65. Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills for managing critical documentation
66. Excellent negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skills
Additional Information
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.
Our Benefits
67. Competitive salary and benefits
68. Hybrid work available (not applicable to all roles)
69. Pension contributions
70. Access to Training and Development
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
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.