Junior Agronomist

Role Summary

Support the development of palm oil production and supply-demand forecasts across key producing regions.

Conduct crop surveys, plantation visits, and field assessments to gather first-hand production intelligence.

Collect, analyze, and interpret agronomic, production, trade, weather, and market data to identify trends and opportunities.

Monitor industry developments, government policies, and market dynamics impacting the palm oil sector.

Maintain and improve databases covering production, acreage, yields, processing capacities, trade flows, and other key industry indicators.

Prepare research reports, presentations, and analytical insights to support commercial and trading decisions.

Build and maintain relationships with industry stakeholders, including plantation companies, associations, and government agencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Plantation Management, Agricultural Economics, or related fields.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in agronomy, plantation, or commercial operations.
• Familiarity with plantation production data collection and analysis.
• Knowledge of the palm oil industry, plantation operations, or supply-demand analysis would be an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Proactive, self-driven, and able to work independently.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable working with large datasets.

Benefits

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
• 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.
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Social and health insurance
• Access to Training and Development

About the Company

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.