Graduate Trainee Kenya 2024 – Coffee at Louis Dreyfus Company
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Job Description
Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities across a diversified range of business lines span the entire value chain, from origination to distribution, helping to feed and clothe up to million people every year
OUR GRADUATE PROGRAM
Graduate Program trainees will be exposed to the fundamental components of global agriculture and food value chains. Our program is designed to provide a strong basis for a commercial role within the physical commodity business, and to identify and develop talented individuals who have the desire to become active players in the company. Through a combination of structured training, informal on-the-job learning, regular check-ins and inspiring coaches, participants experience different areas of our business. You will contribute to a variety of projects, building the skills and expertise you need for a diverse, challenging and exciting career at LDC.OBJECTIVE & STRUCTURE
Our Graduate Program is designed to launch, support and accelerate your career. The objective is to help you develop a broad understanding of the company and its diverse activities, and to provide opportunities for you to build your network across a number of areas.The Graduate program at LDC is a 3-phase process:
Phase 1 – Build business experience and skills: Graduate Trainee for 18 months
During this period, you will work within the Coffee platform, covering areas on execution, trading and marketing. In addition to this core training, some graduates will have the opportunity to be involved in projects of Louis Dreyfus Foundation – the philanthropic arm of Louis Dreyfus Group that provides sustainable solutions to smallholder farmers. Such assignment may include research work and field visit(s).Phase 2 – Moving into a regular role
At the end of this phase, if job performance is high and there is a business need, you will be confirmed in a permanent role. Being a global company, we offer the opportunity to meet and work with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds in a highly motivating environment. Potential positions could include: Junior Trader, Junior Analyst, Junior Marketer, etc.Phase 3 – Continued support and guidance
After four years, you may be offered new assignments and will continue to receive guidance and support on long-term career choices.SCOPE OF ROTATIONS
Execution/Logistics Controlling Initiation to cash-trading Support to tradersQualifications
Bachelor’s / Master’s degree with specialization in Agronomy, Accounting & Finance, Economics and/or Business. Maximum of 2-years experience (Preferable to have work experience or a summer placement in Commercial environment). Fluency in English is Essential. Professional working proficiency in another language always appreciated. International mindset with a strong interest in career mobility. Strong leadership potential, with distinctive competitive spirit and resilience Capacity to contribute to and learn from the team Ability to connect multiple information sources and make sense of market signals; comfortable negotiating and taking decisions, critical and deductive thinker Strong entrepreneurial / innovative approach to taking initiatives A mature professional with humility, capable of integrating well into different cultures. Good analytical skills, ability to analyze supply, demand and trade flow fundamentals Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsImportant Safety Tips
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