Logistics Specialist - Coffee

Job Description

Job Description

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

The Logistics Specialist NAM will support the execution leadership in North America supporting key logistics operations and driving technical excellence across freight, customs, and warehousing. This role complements the strategic scope of the NAM Supply Chain Manager by focusing on operational depth, process optimization, and hands-on problem solving. The position reports directly to the NAM Supply Chain Manager.

Oversee daily import logistics operations in close cooperation with NAM’s Supply Chain Manager, traders and local logistics service providers, including customs clearance, freight forwarding, and warehousing, with a focus on resolving complex issues and ensuring operational continuity.

Lead technical negotiations for maritime container freight for the US market, benchmark rates, and provide transparent reporting to support commercial pricing in close collaboration with local traders.

Provide logistics market intelligence to Merchants on freight trends, space availability, local port congestions, and contract pricing efficiency.

Review and reconcile actual vs. accrued supply chain costs, advising on corrective actions and cost optimization.

Resolve operational issues related to freight and warehousing, escalating when necessary and ensuring timely resolution.

Develop and maintain logistics SOPs aligned with global standards and platform vision.

Support customer-centric strategies by adapting logistics procedures to local market demands and commercial plans.

Serve as subject matter expert on custom regulations, import / export regulations, and ERP logistics processes.

Collaborate on global platform developments and contribute to ERP enhancements.

Organize training sessions and develop backup rotations to ensure team resilience and knowledge continuity.

Maintain execution customer profiles and SI templates, supporting CRM and commercial alignment.

Contribute to execution KPIs reporting and risk identification, supporting broader execution management initiatives.

Assist in structuring negotiations with logistics service providers, including warehouses, forwarders, and customs agents.

Act as backup for the Freight Desk in Geneva, ensuring continuity and responsiveness in freight-related matters.

Qualifications

Education : Bachelor's Degree required

Technical Skills

Advanced Excel and reporting capabilities

Minimum 5 years of experience in freight forwarding and container shipping

Strong knowledge of international commerce, customs regulations, and Incoterms

Familiarity with international payment instruments and governing rules

Basic understanding of finance, accounting, tax, and legal principles

Personal Skills

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure

Detail-oriented and proactive mindset

Flexible and committed to continuous improvement

Effective communicator with internal and external stakeholders

Additional Information

This position is hybrid 4 days in office / 1 remote

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.

• Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage
• 401k with Company Match
• Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles)

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.

Equal employment opportunity (EEO)

Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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