Project Manager (Senior), AI

Louis Dreyfus Company; Singapore; On-site; SGD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global agricultural goods company in Singapore is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead AI-driven initiatives. This role will manage a portfolio of AI use cases, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in AI and automation, with strong skills in business process mapping and stakeholder management. The company promotes a diverse workplace culture and offers a hybrid work environment. Career development opportunities are also available.

Benefits

Comprehensive insurance coverage

Flexible benefits

Access to Training and Development

Regular team engagement events

Hybrid work arrangement

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead the intake, evaluation, and prioritization of AI use cases across the Asia region.
• Manage the AI project portfolio lifecycle from ideation through delivery.
• Embed AI into existing business workflows to enhance operational efficiency.

Skills

Proficiency with AI and automation tools (Copilot Studio, UiPath, Power Platform)

Strong grasp of business process mapping

Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities

Analytical mindset and problem-solving capabilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Copilot Studio

UiPath

Power Platform

Job 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

LDC is pursuing an exciting digital journey, driving industrialization of IT delivery, and innovating with cutting‑edge technology (Cloud, AI and Machine Learning, Agile DevOps/ SecOps, data mesh, RPA, research repositories). We are at the forefront of integrating cutting‑edge Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI (Gen AI) technologies to deliver innovative solutions across our product lines. To strengthen our capabilities, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Manager (Senior), AI to join our AI Hub in Singapore. This critical role will lead the regional intake and management of AI use cases, drive adoption across the Asia region, and coordinate the AI solution portfolio delivered through both low‑code platforms and pro‑code development via our AI Factory. The role also includes managing strategic relationships with external AI vendors and internal delivery teams. The successful candidate will work closely with business stakeholders, technical teams, and partner organizations to enable scalable AI solutions that transform enterprise processes and services.

Key Responsibilities

• 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

• Collaborate with the AI Factory engineering team to deliver complex, scalable AI solutions.
• 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 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.

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.

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