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.
Job Description Main Responsibilities: This position is responsible for helping the Company achieve its ongoing growth plan in the commodities industry.  The primary function of this position is business development, mergers and acquisitions encompassing all aspects of an investment project. Develop and evaluate growth strategies, investment opportunities, and business expansion initiatives; build and maintain financial models, valuation analyses, and investment business cases.
Evaluate project economics and capital requirements, recommend optimal financing structures, and support project and acquisition financing activities. Identify and assess opportunities collaborating with relevant product lines to grow existing businesses and expand into adjacent markets through acquisitions, joint ventures, partnerships, greenfield projects, and strategic investments. Lead and support end-to-end execution of M&A, JV, and strategic investment projects, from opportunity assessment and business case development through due diligence, approval, negotiation, closing, and post-transaction implementation.
Coordinate and manage cross-functional due diligence workstreams, including commercial, financial, legal, tax, operational, technical, and ESG reviews, working closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors. Prepare and present investment recommendations, strategic analyses, and transaction updates to senior management, executive leadership, and governance committees. Monitor the performance of investments and strategic projects against approved business plans, and support integration planning, value creation initiatives, and post-investment reviews.
Actively contribute to development of corporate strategy of the group (including country / region and business strategic reviews and Board materials) Attend and support preparation for investment committees (as required) Experiences: At least 5 years of relevant working experience in an investment bank, private equity fund, transaction advisory, management consulting company, corporate development, M&A within an MNC.
Proven experience in evaluating, structuring, and executing strategic investments, joint ventures, partnerships, and M&A transactions. Strong project management experience with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple workstreams in a complex, matrix organization Exposure to the commodities, agriculture, food, industrial, or related sectors is preferred Exposure to corporate strategy initiatives is preferred Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize competing objectives, and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.
Strong commercial acumen, analytical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities. Ability to travel when needed to meet business requirements. Travel is required and varies from month to month depending on project requirements.   Other skills (Computer Skills, etc): Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with strong financial modelling, valuation, and presentation development capabilities.
Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively and professionally with internal and external stakeholders.   Languages: Proficiency in English Proficiency in one or more Southeast Asia (SSEA) languages would be an advantage to support communication with customers and stakeholders across Southeast Asia. Qualifications   Degree in Business/Ac