Junior Research Analyst, Palm

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 17,000 people globally.

Main Responsibilities

This position will support the Palm and Veg-oil Product Line by analyzing internal and external data sources, ensuring that palm research remains consistently updated, well-informed, and adaptable to market changes.

• Maintain the research database and dashboards, ensure its integrity and accuracy.
• Proactively monitor external data and market intelligence, stay abreast of routine releases, policies, and market trends.
• Analyze and interpret data and information to extract valuable insights.
• Collaborate with the origination research team and Destination PIC to ensure our export demand estimations accurately reflect market dynamics.
• Assist in production estimation and adjustment for both long-term and spot projections, while regularly monitor and update weather indicators.
• Assist in the analysis of new projects and initiatives, provide insights and fundamental-driven analysis to facilitate decision-making processes within the platform.

Experience

• 0-2 years of working experience in research trading or agricultural markets, understanding of agricultural fundamentals.
• Communication – Effective distribution of trading strategies and ideas
• Collaboration – Be able to coordinate research with other stakeholders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interpret and analyse qualitative and quantitative information

Other skills (Computer Skills, etc)

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Power BI. Experience of SQL, Python/coding is beneficial.
• Good to have knowledge in commodity derivatives.

Languages

• English (Fluent)

Academics

•  Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Analytics or other related fields

Additional Information for the job

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

• A workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusivity
• Regular events that foster team engagement
• Access to Training and Development
• Hybrid work arrangement offered (availability varies by role).
• Comprehensive insurance coverage and flexible benefits