Switzerland Job Openings

Louis Dreyfus Company

Carbon Commercial Specialist

Geneva

FULL TIME

October 31, 2024

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 Carbon Commercial Specialist, based in Geneva (Switzerland), is part of the global Sustainability and Energy Transition team. He/she has both an analytical and commercial role. He/she is a subject matter expert in carbon credits markets and supports the team with analysis of supply & demand and policy developments. He/she also commercializes LDC’s carbon credits portfolio to a wide range of counterparties (end-buyers and intermediaries) and maintains a network of external commercial relationships.
Main Responsibilities

Analyzes carbon credits market based on external reports and internal analysis. Understands macro fundamentals and supply / demand movements and contributes with insights to the management of LDC’s carbon credits portfolio.
Analyzes policy developments in the voluntary carbon market and carbon compliance schemes across the globe where carbon credits are usable, in order to identify commercial opportunities for LDC.
Distributes weekly market wires to the Sustainability and Energy Transition team, recapping relevant policy, market and trade highlights.
Develops and maintains external relationships and network with end-user customers, intermediaries, brokers, wholesalers, retailers, consultants, and other key players / stakeholders in order to commercialise LDC’s carbon credits portfolio.
Identifies, negotiates and closes spot over-the-counter carbon credit transactions with counterparties. Ensures timely entry of trades into position management system & validates positions and P&Ls for use in shaping position strategy. Liaises with back-office teams to ensure timely delivery of carbon credits in carbon registries.
Actively contributes to and participates in the establishment of a carbon expert knowledge center within LDC to embed carbon within the full value chain.
Organize / participate in internal workshops and presentations to transfer knowlege.

Experience

Experience:

3+ years in a commercial position in the voluntary carbon credits market (e.g. origination, sales, business development)
Strong analytical skills to understand, use and/or develop methodologies and tools to evaluate supply & demand dynamics and policy developments in carbon markets
Solid understanding of hedge & position management, balance sheet analysis & P&L reporting.

Other skills

English is a must, other languages strongly valued (Spanish and or Portuguese)
Autonomy and independence. Highly open/adaptable to changing environments.
Team player and contributor with very good interpersonal and communication skills
Builder of relationships with all kinds of people, from small producers to senior traders.
Curious, ability to ask questions and think creatively.
Ability to follow-up on projects and ideas.
Interested in solving problems and taking decisions.
Strong proficiency in MS Office and databases.

Academics

Bachelor's or master's degree in economy, business, agronomy, or engineering, or equivalent.

Additional Information

Additional Information for the job

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
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.
Our Benefits

Competitive salary
Attractive social and financial benefits
Flexible working environment
Access to training and development

Job Reference JR0081801
Professional Areas Trading Platforms
Function Trading
Contract Type Permanent

Years of Work Experience 5 - 8
Start date 2025-02-01

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