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Execution Process & Systems Improvement Specialist Strategic Planning & Development
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Execution Process & Systems Improvement Specialist
Johannesburg, South Africa
Job Reference JR
Professional Areas Strategic Planning & Development
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.
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This role will lead digital transformation and continuous improvement initiatives across execution operations in the SAF region. The person will ensure seamless integration of digital tools (Atlas V2, SAP, IDS), drive process optimization, and support system adoption and change management. The role is pivotal in aligning execution workflows with global standards and enhancing operational efficiency.
Primary Responsibilities- Lead the implementation optimization and execution of platforms (e.g., Atlas V2, SAP, IDS).
- Ensure seamless data integration and system reliability across dispatch, receipt, and invoicing workflows.
- Act as the primary liaison between execution teams and global IT (DTNA, Geneva) for system enhancements and issue resolution.
- Identify inefficiencies in execution workflows and lead structured improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and DMAIC methodologies.
- Drive standardization and simplification of execution processes across SAF and align with global best practices.
- Maintain a prioritized improvement register and track progress against defined KPIs.
- Serve as the first point of contact for system-related issues, escalating complex cases via SNOW or AzureDevOps.
- Coordinate with ITSM teams to manage incidents, changes, and problem resolution processes.
- Deliver onboarding and refresher training for execution systems and tools.
- Represent SAF Execution in global digital transformation projects and system rollouts.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement through coaching, visual management, and daily performance monitoring.
- Plan and arrange all transport on imports/exports/inland to and from ports, silos, and customers with road and rail companies. Negotiate the best possible transport rates.
- Execute contracts according to signed agreements and understand INCOTERMS.
- Ensure storage space at offloading slots at inland customers.
- Invoice customers for products and ensure timely payments.
- Handle queries on deliveries and perform reconciliations and finalizations of contracts.
- Analyze P&L at month-end and provide management with required information.
- Take full ownership and accountability of reported values.
- 5 years’ experience in Logistics planning
- 5 years’ experience in dealing with Agriculture Industry (Grains and Oilseeds)
- Advanced Excel & Macro skills are required
- Tech savvy with a strong interest in technologies and process optimizations
- Ability to work independently and in a pressured dynamic environment
- Good team player
- Excellent analytical and communication skills
- Fluent in English and Afrikaans (oral and written)
- Excellent communication skills for relaying crucial information to various organizations and negotiating contracts and transportation costs with third-party vendors
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Hybrid work available (not applicable to all roles)
- Pension contributions
- Access to Training and Development
- Access to Concierge Partnerships
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.
SustainabilitySustainable 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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