Overview / Brief
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 eight platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 17,000 people globally.
Key Responsibilities:
AI Use Case Intake & Portfolio Management:
- Lead the intake, evaluation, and prioritization of AI use cases across the Asia region.
- Manage the AI project portfolio lifecycle — from ideation through delivery and value realization.
- Ensure alignment with regional strategic priorities and business value generation.
AI Deployment and Enablement:
- Oversee the deployment of AI agents and automation solutions using a combination of low-code tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot Studio, UiPath, Power Platform) and pro-code development from the AI Factory.
- Identify process augmentation opportunities and enable technical implementation through appropriate delivery channels.
Workflow Integration:
- Embed AI into existing business workflows and service models to enhance responsiveness and operational efficiency.
- Ensure seamless integration with IT systems and business applications.
Regional Adoption & Change Management:
- Drive regional adoption of AI solutions through engagement, training, and support.
- Lead change management efforts to ensure organizational readiness and user enablement.
- Promote a data- and AI-literate culture throughout the region.
Collaboration with Citizen Developers & AI Factory:
- Support citizen developers using low-code/no-code platforms.
- Collaborate with the AI Factory engineering team to deliver complex, scalable AI solutions.
Vendor & Partner Management:
- Manage relationships with external AI vendors, solution providers, and technology partners.
- Ensure alignment on deliverables, quality standards, and timelines.
Monitoring and Optimization:
- Monitor AI solution performance, usage, and impact using analytics and KPIs.
- Drive continuous improvement and iteration based on feedback and business insights.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of experience managing AI, automation, or digital transformation programs.
- Demonstrated knowledge of commodity or energy trading processes, systems, or business models.
- Experience working with both business users and technical delivery teams in a regional or global environment
Skills:
- Proficiency with AI and automation tools (Copilot Studio, UiPath, Power Platform) and experience with enterprise-grade software development.
- Strong grasp of business process mapping, change management, and agile delivery.
- Capable of managing intake, prioritization, and tracking of multiple initiatives concurrently.
Knowledge and Industry Insight:
- Solid understanding of trading workflows, risk, analytics, and data management in commodity or energy sectors.
- Up-to-date knowledge of AI/Gen AI industry trends and best practices.
- Familiarity with IT architecture and integration in trading environments.
Other Skills:
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to work independently and drive initiatives across multiple countries.