Manager, LSA Operations

Louis Dreyfus Company • Cordova, TN

24d

About The Position

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions
Support marketing, development, and execution of growing customer base and expansion of services consistent with LSA objectives.
o Prepare, update, and maintain marketing materials, collateral, and product/service information across relevant platforms.
o Manage logistics for marketing events, meetings, and customer interactions, completing all materials, registrations, and follow-ups.
o Assist with creation of presentations, internal communications, and marketing announcements for leadership and cross‑functional teams.
o Maintain organized files of marketing assets, templates, and campaign documentation for internal reference and audit needs.
o Track, compile, and report on marketing metrics, engagement levels, and campaign performance to support management decision-making.
o Monitor industry activity, competitor marketing, and customer insights; relay relevant observations to Commercial and Execution leadership.
o Ensure all marketing outputs comply with brand standards, legal/regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
Identify, develop, and implement LSA processes and operating systems to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of pledging cotton bales to the CCC as collateral in accordance with 7-CN.
o Loan data – ensure the integrity of loan maintenance, documentation, reporting and validation processes.
o Invoicing & distribution of funds – establish relationships and streamline processes with gins, agents, warehouses, and producers; validate system calculations and provide excellent customer service.
o Inventory Management – monitor and improve process from receipt of collateral to application to loan; reconcile receipts to electronic third-party providers.
o Cash management – Monitor and manage incoming and outgoing cash; Address and resolve discrepancies in loans or receipts immediately.
Perform user testing and provide documentation for system developments and enhancements.
Perform or assist with basic daily functions of the LSA and monitor processes to ensure accuracy
Perform all related responsibilities as required by management.
Company Conformance Statements
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:
Perform quality work within deadlines without direct supervision.
Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates and the general public.
Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company.
Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy.
Support and maintain the missions and core values of the Company and the Domestic Execution department.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Supply chain or related field or equivalent work experience considered.
• 1 to 3 years’ experience in cotton/Agriculture industry or related field.
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in marketing, communications, or coordination.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, external vendors, and timelines.
• Broad range of computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft programs, especially MS Word, Excel and Power Point. Familiarity with design or content tools is a plus. Microsoft Access, OneNote and SharePoint experience beneficial.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, external vendors, and timelines.
• Detail‑oriented with strong follow‑through and accuracy in documentation.
• Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring follow-through and accuracy in all documentation.
• Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and the ability to work independently within established procedures.
• Uphold the highest standards of professionalism, maintain strict confidentiality, and ensure compliance with company policies
• Personal honesty, competence and integrity in functional leadership in domestic execution, marketing, and communications processes, tools and techniques.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees as well as outside parties to communicate expectations and make recommendations to facilitate change.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize workloads and perform multiple tasks that might have conflicting priorities.
• Self-directed with a high sense of urgency and strong bias for action in a highly dynamic and demanding work environment.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills and creative problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated experience and effectiveness to work in cross-cultural and geographically dispersed teams.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with design or content tools is a plus.
• Microsoft Access, OneNote and SharePoint experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support marketing, development, and execution of growing customer base and expansion of services consistent with LSA objectives.
• Prepare, update, and maintain marketing materials, collateral, and product/service information across relevant platforms.
• Manage logistics for marketing events, meetings, and customer interactions, completing all materials, registrations, and follow-ups.
• Assist with creation of presentations, internal communications, and marketing announcements for leadership and cross‑functional teams.
• Maintain organized files of marketing assets, templates, and campaign documentation for internal reference and audit needs.
• Track, compile, and report on marketing metrics, engagement levels, and campaign performance to support management decision-making.
• Monitor industry activity, competitor marketing, and customer insights; relay relevant observations to Commercial and Execution leadership.
• Ensure all marketing outputs comply with brand standards, legal/regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
• Identify, develop, and implement LSA processes and operating systems to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of pledging cotton bales to the CCC as collateral in accordance with 7-CN.
• Loan data – ensure the integrity of loan maintenance, documentation, reporting and validation processes.
• Invoicing & distribution of funds – establish relationships and streamline processes with gins, agents, warehouses, and producers; validate system calculations and provide excellent customer service.
• Inventory Management – monitor and improve process from receipt of collateral to application to loan; reconcile receipts to electronic third-party providers.
• Cash management – Monitor and manage incoming and outgoing cash; Address and resolve discrepancies in loans or receipts immediately.
• Perform user testing and provide documentation for system developments and enhancements.
• Perform or assist with basic daily functions of the LSA and monitor processes to ensure accuracy
• Perform all related responsibilities as required by management.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage
• 401k with Company Match
• Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees