Head of Execution EMEA - Coffee

About the role

Louis Dreyfus Company, a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods active in over 100 countries, is looking for a Head of Execution EMEA for its coffee business. The role manages execution in EMEA, coordinates the full supply chain and leads the logistics teams in the region.

Key responsibilities

• Manage execution in EMEA and coordinate the full supply chain, including cross-functional activities such as Credit, Trade Finance, Treasury, Controlling and Accounting
• Lead logistics teams in EMEA, aligning objectives, training, restructuring and promoting teams where appropriate
• Support customer-centric strategies and commercial plans, adapting procedures and resources to market demand
• Support marketing with new contract terms and business flows
• Act as subject matter expert on customs, tax, imports, exports and warehousing in EMEA
• Become an expert in execution flows and processes, including operational transactions in the central ERP, and ensure timely recording of transactions
• Review, challenge and formalize standard execution SOPs aligned with global procedures and the platform's vision
• Control contract positions and status, ensure trade-to-cash flow is followed, and enforce contract management and company policies
• Coordinate reviews of open shipments (sample status, instructions, documents, collection and P&L impact)
• Escalate and lead resolution of problems, claims, late shipments, rejections and reverse logistics for buy-backs, giving technical advice to execution teams, traders and buyers
• Review contract exposure for risk and AR/AP balances, and support related projects, IT enhancements, reporting and KPI reviews

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration or a related field; a Master's degree is a plus
• At least 10 years of experience in an international trade or logistics environment
• At least 10 years managing operational teams
• Strong leadership and team management skills, ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure, and proactive, detail-oriented approach

Required skills

• Advanced Excel and reporting skills
• Knowledge of international commerce, export and import requirements and customs regulations
• Understanding of international payment instruments, letters of credit, Incoterms and governing rules
• Basic knowledge of finance and accounting, and of tax and law for non-specialists

What we offer

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