Louis Dreyfus Company B.V.
Business Analyst, Cotton Platform Information Technology
Louis Dreyfus Company B.V., Nashville, Tennessee, United States
Overview
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. What You Will Do
Overall Purpose and Objective of Position This position will analyze existing processes and requirements, document gaps with existing functionalities, and facilitate the implementation of the front office system with minimal business impact. Objectives are to ensure the system meets business requirements; that users are trained and use the system correctly; and that support is delivered in a pro-active and efficient manner. You will work as part of the Regional Project Team, interacting closely with the Regional Project Manager, other Business Analysts, and Functional Teams. Primary Responsibilities / Essential Functions
Understand and document current business processes Understand project scope and business priorities, including clarify scope Conduct gaps analyses between as-is and to-be processes, identifying gaps with existing system functionalities, reports, and controls Run workshops to identify current and best-practice procedures Run training workshops with key stakeholders and end users Understand system functionalities and be able to recommend solutions and improvements Document functional specifications and work closely with the Regional and Global teams to facilitate developments Act as first-line support to the business in case of issues during a project and as second-line support post go-live Contribute to regular project and business meetings, provide progress updates, report issues and risks Manage stakeholders’ expectations for support/enhancement requests and communicate release delivery timeline (once confirmed with IT) Help develop and manage key stakeholder relationships Support the Project Manager throughout the project (e.g., defining scope, estimating resource requirements, timelines) Company Conformance Statements
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following: Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision. Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates and the general public. Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company. Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy. Support and maintain the missions and core values of LDC and the Business Analysis team. Education / Professional Certifications / Licenses
1 year minimum as a Business Analyst, 2 years preferred Bachelor's Degree in a Finance-related discipline preferred 1 to 2 years of experience working as a Business Analyst in a Finance-related area Good knowledge of key Financial processes and best practice Commodities trading, inventory or logistics experience an advantage Understanding of Project Management methodology and best practices Good Microsoft Visio and Excel skills Business Analysis Certification a strong advantage Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Personal honesty, competence and integrity in functional leadership in Business Analysis, processes, tools and techniques. Strong communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees as well as outside parties to communicate expectations and make recommendations to facilitate change. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize workloads and perform multiple tasks that might have conflicting priorities. Self-directed with a high sense of urgency and strong bias for action in a highly dynamic and demanding work environment. Strong quantitative and analytical skills and creative problem-solving skills. Demonstrated experience and effectiveness to work in cross-cultural and geographically dispersed teams. Broad range of computer skills including functional knowledge of Microsoft programs, especially MS Word, Excel and Power Point. Microsoft Access, OneNote, Teams and SharePoint will be beneficial. What We Offer
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.
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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. What You Will Do
Overall Purpose and Objective of Position This position will analyze existing processes and requirements, document gaps with existing functionalities, and facilitate the implementation of the front office system with minimal business impact. Objectives are to ensure the system meets business requirements; that users are trained and use the system correctly; and that support is delivered in a pro-active and efficient manner. You will work as part of the Regional Project Team, interacting closely with the Regional Project Manager, other Business Analysts, and Functional Teams. Primary Responsibilities / Essential Functions
Understand and document current business processes Understand project scope and business priorities, including clarify scope Conduct gaps analyses between as-is and to-be processes, identifying gaps with existing system functionalities, reports, and controls Run workshops to identify current and best-practice procedures Run training workshops with key stakeholders and end users Understand system functionalities and be able to recommend solutions and improvements Document functional specifications and work closely with the Regional and Global teams to facilitate developments Act as first-line support to the business in case of issues during a project and as second-line support post go-live Contribute to regular project and business meetings, provide progress updates, report issues and risks Manage stakeholders’ expectations for support/enhancement requests and communicate release delivery timeline (once confirmed with IT) Help develop and manage key stakeholder relationships Support the Project Manager throughout the project (e.g., defining scope, estimating resource requirements, timelines) Company Conformance Statements
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following: Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision. Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates and the general public. Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company. Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy. Support and maintain the missions and core values of LDC and the Business Analysis team. Education / Professional Certifications / Licenses
1 year minimum as a Business Analyst, 2 years preferred Bachelor's Degree in a Finance-related discipline preferred 1 to 2 years of experience working as a Business Analyst in a Finance-related area Good knowledge of key Financial processes and best practice Commodities trading, inventory or logistics experience an advantage Understanding of Project Management methodology and best practices Good Microsoft Visio and Excel skills Business Analysis Certification a strong advantage Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Personal honesty, competence and integrity in functional leadership in Business Analysis, processes, tools and techniques. Strong communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees as well as outside parties to communicate expectations and make recommendations to facilitate change. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize workloads and perform multiple tasks that might have conflicting priorities. Self-directed with a high sense of urgency and strong bias for action in a highly dynamic and demanding work environment. Strong quantitative and analytical skills and creative problem-solving skills. Demonstrated experience and effectiveness to work in cross-cultural and geographically dispersed teams. Broad range of computer skills including functional knowledge of Microsoft programs, especially MS Word, Excel and Power Point. Microsoft Access, OneNote, Teams and SharePoint will be beneficial. What We Offer
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.
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