Louis Dreyfus Company

Oilseeds Buyer Trainee, Temporary 12 Months

Yorkton, SK, Canada · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 20 days ago

Data AnalysisData VisualizationProcurementCustomer SupportCommunicationCritical Thinking

About the role

Company Description Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods.
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.
This position will backup all functions including Settlements (35%), Buyers (35%) and General Office Administration (30%).

Develop and manage customer base and producer relationships via face to face meetings, emails and telephone calls
Arrange and manage delivery schedules of canola in coordination with procurement manager, using telephone and meetings
Create local canola sales, driving to meet with farmers, using telephone and updating lead sheets weekly
Manage producer discrepancies on canola related issues verbally
Manage / update information on web page
Negotiate trucking rates and manage trucking premiums, manage grain deals in conjunction with operations & general manager, using web based information and conference calls with head office
Manage contract maintenance using telephones, face to face meetings and computers
Canola grain using specified standards and communicate information to procurement manager and decide when there are quality issues from producers and manage these issues so that relationship with producer is still maintained.
Able to prioritize tasks and deliver high results in a high-volume work environment which can have some internal and external pressures
Valid drivers license, and able to drive for extended periods as needed

Must have atleast 2 years of previous work experience within the agricultural industry and/or customer-services position(s).
Must have previous work experience within an office environment, requiring extended time sitting at a desk, utilizing a computer and telephone.
Must be a professional, self-motivated individual
Proven aptitude within the entire Microsoft Suite
Exceptional customer service, and the ability to work in a fast paced environment while not sacrificing quality or customer satisfaction
Collaborative attitude and proven team player
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs in order to gather and deliver samples from producers on farm.
Must be able to work and adapt to our diverse working environments (indoors, outdoors, prevailing weather conditions, moderate to high noise level areas)

Comprehensive benefits program including extended health care and dental coverage, employee and family assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage
Retirement Savings Plan with Employer contributions and matching
Paid vacation, paid sick time and paid statutory holidays
Previous post-secondary education is required (preferred within a relevant area such as Agriculture, Commerce, etc)

Company Description
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.
Strong communication and public relations skills, with local team, LDC colleagues (globally), customers, farmers, public, etc.

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.

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