Production 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Lead, manage, and direct all production activities to achieve volume, quality, cost, and timeline targets

• Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for improvement, and design and implement continuous improvement projects using methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing to increase efficiency and reduce waste.

• Team Development: Develop and nurture a solid team with 4 direct reports and a total of over 20 members. This includes coaching, mentoring, and performance management to ensure each team member reaches their full potential.

• Quality & HSE Management: Ensure all production processes comply with company quality standards and Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) regulations to achieve a zero-accident record.

• Analysis and Reporting: Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for any production issues and prepare regular performance reports for senior management.

• Budget Management: Manage the production department's operational budget effectively and efficiently.

Required Qualifications

We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:

• Industry Experience: A minimum of 8 years of work experience in the palm oil production industry, with at least 3 of those years in a leadership or managerial role.

• Global Background: Possess a work background from multinational (MNC) palm oil company and be accustomed to international work standards.

• Proven Track Record: A demonstrable track record of successfully leading Continuous Improvement projects that have had a significant impact on production efficiency or quality.

• Technical Expertise: In-depth understanding and practical experience in applying Lean Manufacturing, Shop Floor Leadership, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies.

• Leadership Scale: Experience managing a team with a similar structure (minimum of 4 direct reports and 20+ total members).

• Transparency: Willing and able to explain any gaps in employment history transparently during the interview process.

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

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Social and health insurance
• Access to Training and Development