Business Administration Lead

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 20,000 people globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the Administration team to ensure high performance and service excellence.
• Establish, review, update, and enforce company procedures, internal policies, and control mechanisms.
• Analyze existing business processes and identify opportunities for improvement, automation, and standardization.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance KPI frameworks, dashboards, and performance reporting tools.
• Prepare regular management reports and present business insights to key stakeholders.
• Review on a daily basis the admin backlog and initiate action for the reduction.
• Oversee the administration and validation of shipping and transportation documentation.
• Supervise contract administration and invoicing process, and related administrative activities to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely execution.
• Support and coordinate IFRS-based month-end closing activities in collaboration with the Finance team.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and strengthen process controls.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and promote best practices across the organization.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and audit standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in business administration, finance, operations, or a similar function.
• At least 3 years of experience leading or supervising a team.
• Strong understanding of business processes, internal controls, and process improvement methodologies.
• Experience in reporting, data analysis, and KPI management.
• Exposure to financial administration and month-end closing activities.
• Experience in a multinational or matrix organization is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization abilities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proactive mindset with a continuous improvement approach.
• Strong people management skills, including leading multiple direct reports.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across multiple functions.
• Experience preparing and delivering presentations to management.
• Strong MS Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.
• IFRS knowledge is an advantage.
• Valid Category B driving license.

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.

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

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.

We offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Independence and professional growth opportunities
• Modern work environment and a supportive team