Executive – Contract Management

Company Description

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.

Role Purpose Statement

Manage India domestic purchase and sales contracts for Grains and Pulses, ensuring accuracy, timely issuance, proper documentation and compliance. 

Main Accountabilities

• Generate contracts from the Front Office system.
• Validate contracts against trade tickets, including quantity, quality, Incoterms, payment terms and risk clauses.
• Arrange stamping and trader signature, issue contracts and follow up for countersigned copies.
• Update contract status and receipt dates in the Front Office system.
• Maintain accurate customer and vendor master data.
• Archive statutory and trade documents as per SOPs.
• Support audits and compliance reviews with required documentation. 

Additional Responsibilities

• Coordinate with trading, procurement, logistics and counterparties.
• Contribute to contract digitization, automation and master-data improvements. 

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of commodity contracts and trade documentation.
• Strong communication, coordination and analytical skills.
• Good attention to detail and document-management ability. 

Behaviour

• Accountable, proactive and control-focused.
• Collaborative and stakeholder-oriented.
• Committed to accuracy, compliance and timely delivery. 

Technical

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams.
• Experience with Front Office or commodity trading systems is preferred. 

Education & Experience

• Graduate in Commerce, Business, Finance, Supply Chain or a related field.
• Post-graduation is an advantage.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience, preferably with an international commodity company.

Qualifications

Additional Information

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
• 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