Company Description
Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods, leveraging our global reach and extensive asset network to deliver for our customers around the world - safely, responsibly and reliably. Our diversified activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines. Since 1851, our portfolio has grown to include oilseeds, grains, rice, global markets, finance, coffee, cotton, sugar, juice and dairy.
We help feed and clothe some 500 million people every year by originating, processing and transporting approximately 81 million tonnes of products. Structured as a matrix organisation of 6 geographical regions and 10 platforms, LDC is active in over 100 countries and employs some 19,000 people globally.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Administration Manager to join our team in Newstead, Brisbane on a one-year fixed term contract.
This role is responsible for managing, planning and delivering operational and administrative support services to our Cotton business. You'll be part of a collaborative culture committed to operational excellence through your leadership of process improvement. You will lead our high performing administration team who provide support to our cotton operations, growers and key stakeholders.
We are seeking an organised individual who can:
1. Lead and manage a large team to ensure a productive and efficient work environment
2. Manage the day-to-day administration function including accounts payable, cotton purchasing administration and reception
3. Support job scheduling, resource allocation and tracking to ensure efficient, delivery of service
4. Review contracts and audit data integrity and accuracy
5. Enhance individual and team effectiveness through coaching, training and development
6. Regularly liaise and coordinate with key internal and external stakeholders
7. Lead the implementation of process improvement initiatives
Experience
8. Experience as an Office/Administration Manager
9. Excellent communication and collaboration skills
10. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
11. Experience leading large teams
12. Ability to manage time and data effectively
13. Well-developed knowledge of Microsoft Office
14. Experience identifying and implementing process improvements
Additional Information
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
Company Description
Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods, leveraging our global reach and extensive asset network to deliver for our customers around the world - safely, responsibly and reliably. Our diversified activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines. Since 1851, our portfolio has grown to include oilseeds, grains, rice, global markets, finance, coffee, cotton, sugar, juice and dairy.
We help feed and clothe some 500 million people every year by originating, processing and transporting approximately 81 million tonnes of products. Structured as a matrix organisation of 6 geographical regions and 10 platforms, LDC is active in over 100 countries and employs some 19,000 people globally.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Administration Manager to join our team in Newstead, Brisbane on a one-year fixed term contract.
This role is responsible for managing, planning and delivering operational and administrative support services to our Cotton business. You'll be part of a collaborative culture committed to operational excellence through your leadership of process improvement. You will lead our high performing administration team who provide support to our cotton operations, growers and key stakeholders.
We are seeking an organised individual who can:
15. Lead and manage a large team to ensure a productive and efficient work environment
16. Manage the day-to-day administration function including accounts payable, cotton purchasing administration and reception
17. Support job scheduling, resource allocation and tracking to ensure efficient, delivery of service
18. Review contracts and audit data integrity and accuracy
19. Enhance individual and team effectiveness through coaching, training and development
20. Regularly liaise and coordinate with key internal and external stakeholders
21. Lead the implementation of process improvement initiatives
Experience
22. Experience as an Office/Administration Manager
23. Excellent communication and collaboration skills
24. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
25. Experience leading large teams
26. Ability to manage time and data effectively
27. Well-developed knowledge of Microsoft Office
28. Experience identifying and implementing process improvements
Additional Information
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