Regional Continuous Improvement Specialist

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

• Develop and implement operational performance monitoring standards following global standards.
• Develop and implement tools, processes, and procedures for measuring and monitoring the production process to ensure operational efficiency.
• Manage the implementation and updating of the pillars of LDC Industry Management System.
• Manage continuous improvement projects as: 5S, lean manufacturing, Operational efficiency, Quality and others.
• Develop and disseminate standardized operational KPIs to the Board, consolidating the results of all LDC coffee warehouses, as well as managing and implementing efficiency indicators according to Balance Score Card.
• Research, develop and implement innovation projects to improve the way of working within the industrial operations.
• Support in CAPEX request process and follow up for Asset Improvement, Maintenance and SHE projects.
• Manage the modifications of equipment and production areas as well as strategic and / or legal projects.
• Participate on Budget and support on data analysis to monitor Industrial OPEX.
• Support with tools to planning and performance of large proactive and reactive maintenance on productive equipment.
• Ensure that best practices are applied and correctly used in order to increase production availability, reducing costs and extending the useful life of the assets.
• Manage cross-functional and interdisciplinary teams in the analysis of chronic problems that affect the company's results, identifying the cause of the problems and acting in the actions to mitigate or extinguish them.
• Train other employees to use the solutions proposed by the projects developed by the continuous improvement area.
• Manage employees and projects developed by the area of continuous improvement. Develop succession and backup plan for the area.
• Work in collaboration with CI team from LATAM to ensure global integration.
• Comply with the company's Quality and SHE Policy;
• Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs);
• Comply with the Glass and Rigid Plastics Policy;
• Perform Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs);
• Comply with requirements affecting traceability.

Qualifications

• Above 3 years (in function);
• Have experience working and managing projects in a cross-cultural environment;
• Experience working with Microsoft Office, BI tools, Project Management Software, Innovation program and data analysis;
• Good at leadership and communication;
• Knowledge on lean manufacturing, Industrial Management systems, Food safety.
• Advanced in English

Additional Information

LDC in Vietnam has been certified a 'Great Place To Work', recognizing our focus and responsiveness to build and maintain trust among employees.

We were ranked in relation to criteria such as support for employees to reach our full potential, employee perception of leadership effectiveness, teamwork effectiveness, hospitality, justice, and equity. 

So what makes our workplace a great place to work? We put our people first as our most important asset and greatest strength, engaging, communicating with, and encouraging each other to share ideas, discuss challenges, and ask for what is needed.

Inspiring and engaging our people to make a positive difference for the communities we touch and work in is also key. Our workplaces in Gialai, Ho Chi Minh, Binh Duong, Daklak, Lam Dong, as well as around the world, encourage new ideas for the company's development and growth - but also for support to the communities around our operations. Creating a safe, inclusive work environment where we can reach our full potential, and also give back to our communities, is central to the way we work.

We are proud to achieve the Great Place To Work Certificate which is fostering our inclusive culture based on trust that is the key to LDC's enduring success!

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.

We offer

• A workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusivity
• Regular events that foster team engagement
• Access to Training and Development
• Hybrid work arrangement offered (availability varies by role)
• Comprehensive insurance coverage and flexible benefits
• Certified Great Place to Work