Coffee JR Destination Trader

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.

Based in Istanbul, this role will support LDC’s Green and Soluble Coffee commercial strategy across the MENA region (Middle East & North Africa), with a strong focus on Turkey, the Middle East, and potential coverage of Central Asia. The position combines sales development, market expansion, execution excellence, and strategic insight to strengthen LDC’s footprint and deliver sustainable value.

The selected candidate will report to the Coffee Destination Trader responsible for the region, also based in Istanbul

Based in vibrant Istanbul, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape LDC’s Green and Soluble Coffee strategy across the MENA region, with a strong focus on Turkey, the Middle East, and potential expansion into Central Asia.

You will be at the heart of one of the world’s most dynamic coffee markets—leading commercial development, opening new frontiers, and driving execution excellence. This is a position for someone who wants to make a real impact: strengthening LDC’s regional footprint, building long‑term partnerships, and contributing to the global coffee platform through market intelligence and strategic insights.

You will work closely with, and report to, the Coffee Destination Trader leading the region, also based in Istanbul—ensuring proximity, collaboration, and strong local support.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential

Sales & Strategic Development

• Execute LDC’s global coffee sales strategy for both Green and Soluble Coffee across the assigned region.
• Develop new customer accounts and nurture long‑term, strategic partnerships with existing clients.
• Support business development initiatives, including new trade flows, strategic positions, off‑take agreements, and sustainability-focused solutions.
• Promote LDC’s products, capabilities, and value proposition to key customers, ensuring strong engagement and trust.

Commercial Development

• Assess regional market needs and provide commercial solutions to your clients needs.
• Manage day‑to‑day customer relationships and respond promptly to inquiries.
• Maintain accurate and up to date spot inventory as well as any commercial records and reports that will be needed to support commercial decisions. 

Execution

• Coordinate end‑to‑end execution of all trades, including sampling, logistics, inventory management, invoicing, exposure tracking, quality controls and claims from origin to destination.
• Implement creative and cost‑efficient logistics solutions to enhance service quality.
• Collaborate closely with traders, execution teams, origin offices, customs brokers, 3rd party warehouses, freight providers, and support functions to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.

Market Intelligence

• Gather, analyze, and disseminate market intelligence on supply, demand, pricing, competition, and emerging trends within the region.
• Translate market insights into actionable recommendations for both regional and global trading teams.

Company Conformance Statements

All employees are expected to:

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with co-workers, business associates, and the general public.
• Work cooperatively to serve the best interests of the Company.
• Operate responsibly and comply with the law and Company policy.

The following is the required qualification: 

• Master’s degree in Business, Data Science, Engineering, or Commodity Trading.
• Fluent English and Turkish are essential. Knowledge of Arabic or Russian will be considered a significant asset.

The following are the basic qualifications: 

• Interest in international logistics, trade or commodities.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and database systems.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload under pressure.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to coordinate work with multiple stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.

Equipment Used

Typical office equipment: PC, telephone, excel, CRM, etc.

Working Conditions

This role is based in a standard office environment.

The position requires a regular on‑site presence of at least four days per week.

Business travel may be required depending on commercial needs.

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.

Our Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits​​​​​​

• Hybrid work available (not applicable to all roles)

• Access to Training and Development