• Study current machines, utility designs, and layout to find opportunities for process, engineering improvements.
• Work with the operations team to find and implement continuous improvement initiatives through various projects.
• Develop project objectives by reviewing project proposals and plans in agreement with stakeholders.
• Determine project specifications by studying product design, requirements, and performance standards. Review quotes from contractors, prepares cost estimates and Capex proposals.
• Identify project phases and elements. Determine project schedules by studying project plan and specifications. Calculate time requirements by sequencing the project elements.
• Control project plans by reviewing design, specifications, plan and schedule changes. Recommend actions and maintain project schedule by monitoring project progress. Coordinate activities, anticipate and resolve problems.
• Participate in internal, external customer/contractor meetings and resolves project issues. Prepare project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends and recommend actions.
• Control project costs by monitoring expenditures and maintains project data base on computer and Microsoft Project. Enter and back up data.
• Maintain product and company reputation by complying with Regulatory/Statutory regulations.
• Confirm project performance by conducting tests/trials of installed machinery. 
• Implement policies, procedures, and systems for capex management as defined by Ofi Spices and the Global Engineering function.
• Contribute to sustainable development initiatives and carry out site inspections and energy surveys. Benchmark energy consumptions against best practice guidelines.
• Monitor energy consumption and maintain accurate records to carry out energy data analysis and identify improvement opportunities.
• Establish and comply with engineering Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), benchmarking against best in class to validate performance and improvements in engineering practices.
• Remain abreast of current legislation and ensure corporate compliance. Ensure understanding of AB-32 reporting and Cap and Trade policies in California.
• Develop and deliver operations and technical training, including engineering training, of critical machines and equipment to employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Oversight at our Gilroy, CA and Firebaugh, CA locations. Travel is required.
• Our division has other processing plants within North America, and this position may be required to manage projects and help as needed in these plants. This may require travel to these plants.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required. Master’s degree is strongly preferred.
• A minimum of Ten (10) years of related engineering experience in food, pharmaceutical or chemical industry is required.
• Proven experience in project planning, equipment planning, estimations, execution, and commissioning protocols is required.
• Demonstrated current knowledge of environmental and sustainability initiatives for food business and experience implementing innovative solutions is required.
• Good working knowledge of regulatory, legislative, and business environment with an excellent business analysis ability is required.
• Effective leadership abilities within a team are required.  Should have the ability to influence and manager other internal customers and external suppliers/contractors to ensure the timely success of each project.

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real. 

Position Summary 

Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, the Senior Accounting Manager will be responsible for leading the accounting and financial reporting activities for the US Industrial Spice business.  This role ensures the integrity of financial results through accurate accounting, strong internal controls, compliance with IFRS and company policies, and effective coordination of the month-end close and reporting processes across multiple profit centers.  As a key member of the Finance organization, the Senior Accounting Manager partners closely with U.S. and global stakeholders across Finance, Supply Chain, Operations, Procurement, Internal Audit, Shared Services, and Corporate Accounting to deliver timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting. This role requires strong technical accounting expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to navigate a complex global environment.

Given the company's global footprint, this position requires regular collaboration with colleagues across multiple regions and time zones. Flexibility to participate in occasional early morning or evening meetings is expected to support global projects, audits, reporting deadlines, and business initiatives.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead all month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities for the U.S. Industrial Spice Business and ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and reserve calculations.
• Analyze financial results and provide explanations for significant variances.
• Partner with business and finance leaders to ensure complete and accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee the integrity of the general ledger and underlying accounting processes.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, corporate accounting policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor accounting for inventory, fixed assets, leases, and other key business transactions.
• Manage tax compliance activities including property, sales and use, transfer pricing, and other related requirements.
• Support implementation of new accounting standards and policy updates.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting.
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities and address audit findings.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements and financial control standards.
• Support global reporting requirements, statutory compliance needs, and corporate finance initiatives.
• Participate in cross-functional and cross-regional projects focusing on process improvement and standardization.
• Coordinate with global shared service centers and centers of excellence to ensure service quality and compliance.
• Identify opportunities to streamline, automate, and improve accounting processes.
• Lead initiatives to enhance reporting accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
• Support ERP upgrades, system implementations, and process transformation projects.

Position Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related major is required, with Finance or Accounting emphasis preferred.  CPA strongly preferred.
• Six (6) years of accounting experience is required, preferably in a food manufacturing environment.
• Excellent working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) accounting software and Business Intelligence software.  SAP experience is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS or US GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks accurately and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be comfortable in a hands-on finance role with the ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a matrix environment.
• Limited domestic and occasional international travel may be required.

The pay for this role in the state of CA ranges from $108,000 - $144,000 and is based on the position responsibilities and geographic location. Actual pay within this range may be determined based on candidate’s experience, qualifications and/or other determining factors.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. 

ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: US-Talent.Acquisition@ofi.com 

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.  

• Provide front-line leadership in the optimization of supplier portfolios within the procurement/trading team.
• Responsible for strategy development, product trading, and risk management.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and handlers to ensure budgeted procurement volumes are met.
• Develop and foster supplier retention through quality information sharing.
• Act as the primary contact for market intelligence and dissemination/coordination with overseas private label facilities and global ofi leadership team.
• Assist in staff development, including hiring support and associated staff training.
• Ensure on time deliveries of raw commodities to global private label facilities.
• Expand market presence within the industry by actively participating in industry forums.
• Proactively interface with other trading support areas of the organization, including Trading Controls, Marketing, Structuring, Contracts, and Credit to grow the business.
• Identify new opportunities for the book of business that will improve overall Business Unit (BU) profitability, including expansion of current supplier portfolio.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree is required, preferably in Marketing, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Five (5) years of relevant experience working in food or agriculture industry will be considered in lieu of degree.
• Three (3) years of trading/procurement experience is required.
• Experience with relevant Market and Industry Knowledge is strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail is required.
• Must be able to problem solve and handle multiple tasks effectively.
• Advanced skills in deal negotiation is strongly preferred.
• Detailed understanding of the fundamental supply/demand drivers of the commodity markets is required.
• Ability to identify and interpret trends between different nut commodities is preferred.
• Ability to develop and maintain a strong network of marketing and trading counterparties in required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including verbal and written, are required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including but not limited to Excel, Outlook and Word, is required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, effectively managing workload to meet deadlines, while ensuring a high standard of quality is required.
• Willingness and ability to travel, at times up to 25%.

• Provide front-line leadership in the optimization of supplier relationships within the trading team to ensure year-round availability of products for ofi entities.
• Responsible for strategy development, product trading and risk management.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and handlers to ensure budgeted procurement volumes are met.
• Demonstrate superior relationship management by developing and fostering supplier retention.
• Act as a key contact for market intelligence and dissemination/coordination with the greater trading team.
• Expand market presence within the industry by actively participating in industry forums.
• Proactively interface with other trading support areas of the organization, including Trading Controls, Marketing, Structuring, Contracts and Credit to grow the business.
• Identify new opportunities for the book of business that will improve overall Business Unit (BU) profitability.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree is required, preferably in Marketing, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Three (3) years of relevant trading experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• Experience with California Ag Industry is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail is required.
• Must be able to problem solve and handle multiple tasks effectively.
• Experience with contract negotiation preferred.
• Understanding of the fundamental supply/demand drivers of the commodity markets is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including verbal and written, are required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including but not limited to Excel, Outlook and Word, is required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, effectively managing workload to meet deadlines, while ensuring a high standard of quality is required.
• Willingness and ability to travel, at times up to 20%.

Position Summary

Position Responsibilities

• Prepare and review export documentation, including Letters of Credit (LC), shipping instructions, commercial invoices, packing lists, and other related documents
• Ensure all documentation complies with LC terms, international trade regulations, and company policies
• Coordinate closely with internal teams, freight forwarders, banks, and shipping lines to ensure accurate and timely documentation
• Monitor shipment details to ensure consistency across all documents
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in export documents to avoid delays or penalties
• Maintain organized and accurate records of export documentation
• Stay up to date with changes in export regulations and international trade requirements

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma is required. A bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• ERP system experience is required; SAP is preferred.
• Knowledge of industry practices, terminology, and settlement process is preferred.
• Strong practical accounting, analytical and organizational skills are required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Excel, Outlook, and Word is required.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are required.
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team is required.
• Capacity to multi-task and switch between tasks fluidly while setting and adhering to deadlines is required. Must be able to solve problems and handle multiple tasks effectively.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in export documentation
• Strong knowledge of SLIs, LCs, and international trade documentation
• Thorough understanding of export procedures, compliance, and regulations
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong communication and coordination abilities
• Proficiency with export documentation systems and standard office software

Preferred Skills

• Experience in food ingredients, agriculture, manufacturing, or FMCG industries 
• Knowledge of logistics, export/import processes, or demand planning 
• Ability to work with global customers and cross-functional teams 
• Multilingual skills are a plus 
• Familiarity with Incoterms and international shipping practices
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Manage a physical dairy commodity trading book, including buy-sell decision-making and execution based on market fundamentals.
• Own and report P&L performance, ensuring transparency and alignment with business objectives.
• Steadily scale up the book by investing in diverse strategies which improve quality of earnings to enhance portfolio resilience and profitability.
• Execute trades accurately and on time in compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Oversee end-to-end execution, including contracting, logistics, delivery, and payment processes.
• Monitor supply-demand fundamentals, price trends, and macro drivers to inform trading strategies.
• Design and implement risk management strategies, monitor exposures and operational risks.
• Build and sustain strong relationships across the dairy ecosystem, including producers, brokers, and customers.
• Drive domestic and global sales strategies to maximize opportunities and align positions with demand.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support business objectives and continuous improvement.

• A bachelor’s degree is required preferably Economics, Business, Agriculture, Supply Chain, or a related field; strongly preferred and an advanced degree a plus. 
• Five (5) Years of experience in trading is required; ag commodities are strongly preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience commercial/commodity selling
• Strong command of market fundamentals, basis and spreads, and physical execution (contracting, logistics, delivery, settlement).
• Proven P&L ownership with disciplined risk management and decision-making under uncertainty.
• Demonstrated ability to grow a trading book in volume and value.
• Proficiency with market data/analytics tools and trade capture systems; advanced Excel or analytics skills preferred.
• Excellent relationship-building and negotiation skills with producers, brokers, customers, and internal teams.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational capability, and clear, concise communication.
• Strong customer service orientation with a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences and building long-term relationships is required.
• Experience in proactively seeking out new sales opportunities through various channels, including cold calling, networking, and leveraging market research to identify potential customers is required.
• Highly skilled deal negotiation is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex information clearly and effectively are required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and foster trusting relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, are required.
• Travel up to 30%. 

• Develop relationships with both existing and new business in the B2B realm to drive sales volume growth and to meet sales targets
• Assess market conditions including: volume, price, competition, and dynamics
• Track and manage warehouse inventory. Conduct periodic ageing analysis & ensuring rotation/timely liquidation of stocks
• Work closely with logistics and support staff to ensure excellence in contract execution, inventory management, stock ageing, rejections, debtors and vendor payables
• Deepen ofi’s understanding of the Edible Nuts industry, markets and customer’s requirements
• Extract premiums for partial load sales & strengthen relationships with brokers & niche players in the industry
• Execute the company's business plan with numeric and qualitative key performance indicators, which are tracked bi-annually
• Educate the customer on what ofi can provide in terms of products, grades, certifications, and supply chain differentiation
• Expand market presence within the industry by actively participating in industry forums
• Identify new opportunities for the book of business that will improve overall Business Unit (BU) profitability, including expansion of current supplier portfolio.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree is required, preferably in Marketing, Finance, Ag Business, Business Administration, Economics or related field. Five (5) years of relevant experience working in food or agriculture industry will be considered in lieu of degree.
• 5+ years food sales experience in both new business development and existing account management. Must have experience with negotiations.
• Experience with relevant Market and Industry Knowledge is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of nut production processes preferred
• Understanding of food supply chains
• Proven record of sales success with strong ability to build and maintain relationships with customers
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
• Ability to think critically with a strong business acumen
• Ability to act quickly in a fast-changing environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills