Buyer/Procurement Analyst

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 15,000 people globally.

Overall Purpose and Objective of Position

This position is responsible for providing purchasing support by issuing  Purchase Orders and maintaining purchasing systems in support of 24/7 production operations in North America.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Reviews and source Requisitions, converts and processes Requisitions into Purchase Orders using a computerized maintenance management system.
• Serves as the procurement point of contact to assigned facilities for resolving all issues with requisitions, purchase orders.  
• Assists with systems user training and technology implementation including regional data collection and reporting.
• Conducts RFQ/RFP to support the decision making process for procurement of goods and services.
• Participates in cross-functional training and other continuous improvement effort initiatives. 
• Assists in maintaining purchasing data and systems.
• Supports the implementation of procurement strategies, policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Company Conformance Statements

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates and the general public.
• Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company.
• Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy.

Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses

Basic qualification:

• High School Education.
   

Preferred qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Business, Science or Supply Chain Management

Experience

The following is the basic qualification:

• 3 (plus) years of experience in a purchasing role, preferably in support of an industrial or manufacturing environment.

 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)

Basic qualifications:

• Knowledge of purchasing processes and workflows
• Strong customer service orientation
• Knowledge of industrial categories including Chemicals, MRO supplies.
• Ability to read, interpret and administer contract specifications within the Procurement process
• Ability to continuously improve in a team environment, working with Accounting and other departments involved in the Purchase to Pay process
• Ability to work under pressure with time constraints
• Ability to work with minimal supervision with solid decision making skills related to the sourcing of Materials and Services with consideration given to Total Cost of Ownership.
• Software knowledge: Microsoft Office suite (advanced skill-set). Experience with ePac, Microsoft Dynamics GP and SAP is preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organization and follow-through skills

Equipment Used

• Typical office equipment: PC, telephone, fax

Working Conditions

• Primarily climate-controlled office environment.  Requires travel to Company field locations, subject to requirements and management guidance. Extensions of regular working hours are occasionally necessary to complete time-sensitive projects, attend training or to respond to emergencies. 

Employee Supervision

• No supervisory responsibility.

Decision Making/Accountability

• Confident, autonomous self-starter.  Comfortable performing multifunctional tasks while achieving desired results.  Attentive to details and organized.  Energetic, enthusiastic, responsible and positive, regardless of obstacles.  Strong work ethics, a blend of hustle, process capability, and problem solving. Persuasive and tactful with vendors/employees while performing required functions and attaining company goals

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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.

- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage
- 401k with Company Match
- Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Hybrid work available (not applicable to all roles)

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.

Equal employment opportunity (EEO)

Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.”

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