Manager, Business Development and M&A

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 18,000 people globally.

This position is responsible for helping the Company achieve its ongoing growth plan in the commodities industry.  The primary function of this position is supporting business development and M&A projects including all aspects from start to finish.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Analyzes business development and M&A opportunities including investment returns, business models and long term strategy for the company

• Performs valuation analysis including building DCF models and assessing cost of capital, comparable transactions and benchmarking against the industry

• Supports Business Development team on managing and structuring projects from start to finish in all aspects of a transaction including legal, tax, accounting and finance

• Develops financial models and performs valuation analysis to analyze investment returns, project financing and acquisition financing

• Supports internal investment process by working closely with business units to build investment cases and make recommendations to the business development group and management

• Supports existing operations with financial performance evaluation of industrial assets and strategic acquisitions including financial reporting to banks under project financing

Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses

The following is the required qualification:

• Bachelor's degree in business, economics, accounting, legal, or engineering-related field.

Experience

The following are the required qualifications:

• 3-5 years of working experience in a corporate development, investing, and/or M&A role
• Track record of composing detailed valuation and financial models using standard valuation techniques (DCF analysis, WACC calculation, tax effects, etc.)
• Experience working as team member supporting the execution of transactions such as acquisitions, mergers, joint ventures, partnerships, loans, etc.
• Experience in conducting market analyses / projections and regulatory reviews preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

The following qualifications are required: 

• Must possess a basic understanding of GAAP and/or IFRS accounting principles.
• Must possess strong analytical skills, including ability to create pro forma financial statements and valuation models using standard valuation techniques (DCF).
• Must be proficient with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Basic familiarity with corporate tax concepts.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong time management and organization skills with proven ability to multi-task under tight deadlines.
• Ability to complete tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in a written and spoken English.

This position is hybrid and required to be in the office 4 days. 

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
- Flexible 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