Back Office Program Manager

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.

• Lead the end-to-end implementation of the BOLD program, from planning and design to execution and optimization.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets, monitoring progress and managing risks effectively.
• Coordinate and manage external vendors and consultants as necessary, ensuring quality deliverables and adherence to project milestones.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to project team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate project updates, status reports, and key insights to stakeholders at all levels, facilitating transparency and alignment throughout the organization.
• Plan and engage with other applications to ensure end-to-end delivery of integrated applications
• Located in India, you will own the Business relationship with local business leaders to ensure alignment on roadmap.
• Located in India, you will be the matrix manager for Back-office resources in India and will contribute to the DT&A presence increase to achieve building a South and South-East Asia center of excellence.
• Sizing & Context:
• 200+ project team members.
• International project with members across geographies.
• Multiple projects to coordinate and roadmap to align.
• Strong Experience with complex program management.
• Strong Experience with SAP S/4.
• Strong Experience with SAP best practices, methodologies, and Architecture principles
• Understanding of agri-commodity business. Previous experience in the agriculture industry, with understanding of sector-specific challenges and opportunities plus be a plus.
• Both hands-on and strategic: can define long term plans as well as deep dive in specific topics in case of issues.
• Impeccable communication, lead by influence.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a results-oriented mindset and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal, to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders.
• Handle many medium and long-term tasks.
• The ability to learn fast and adapt to innovative solutions.

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a related field.
• Extensive experience (10+ years) in project management, with a proven record of accomplishment of successfully leading implementations in complex organizational environments.

• The job will be in Gurugram, India at Louis Dreyfus Company offices.
• You will report to a Senior Executive manager in Europe.
• A few international travels might be required in the frame of the mission.

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
• Opportunities for Professional Growth and Development
• Employee Recognition Program
• Employee Wellness Programs - Confidential access to certified counselors for employee and eligible family members, along with monthly wellness awareness sessions.
• Certified Great Place to Work