Cotton Purchasing Administration Officer

2 days ago

Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia Louis Dreyfus Company Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

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
About the role
We are currently searching for a Cotton Purchasing Officer to join our team in Toowoomba. This is a permanent full time position reporting Trade Operations Manager. The role supports the administrative duties of our cotton business and is fundamental to the smooth running and efficiency of the team.

Key responsibilities will be but not limited to:

  • Check the accuracy of all paperwork received from the origination staff.
  • Ensure that special contract conditions are met (i.e., discounts for later delivery & correct delivery points etc.)
  • Validate and enter all data ensuring a high level of accuracy.
  • Enter Bale Purchase Forms and Amendments for purchase contracts.
  • Ensure the correct payment terms are on the contract
  • Assist Accounts team with any queries regarding payments
  • Report daily purchases and contract adjustments and circulate.
  • End of month purchase adjustments.
  • Management the creation and amendments for client accounts in relevant systems in a timely manner
  • Manage the Grower Survey process
  • Daily, weekly and monthly reconciliation and reporting of contracts.

Experience
Essential skills

  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft suite
  • A high level of attention to detail
  • Good organisational skills
  • Ability to communicate well with all staff and clients
  • Ability to work well under pressure

Desired But Not Essential Skills

  • Knowledge of and have previous experience in the cotton industry
  • Sound understanding gin/valley delivery points.

Additional Information

We offer

  • Work for a global, leading commodities company
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Access to Training and Development
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program

To apply for the position:
If you're interested in this exciting opportunity to join the Louis Dreyfus Company, please click 'APPLY NOW' to forward an up-to-date copy of your Resume and Cover Letter.

In accordance with Louis Dreyfus Company Australia's policies, you are required to undergo a background check and a pre-employment medical. We commit to providing a safe workplace for our employees and customers.

Please note that you must be an Australian Citizen or have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this 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

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