Business Director Pea Protein & Cottonseed - Decatur, IL

Job DescriptionBusiness Director, Pea Protein & Cottonseed - Decatur, ILThis is an exempt positionPosition Summary:Within the Nutrition business unit, the plant-based protein business has a mission to be the global leader in non-meat based proteins, developing novel solutions to meet the ever-changing needs of consumers. The Pea and Cotton Business Director will execute its growth plan as well as be responsible for driving the overall financial performance of the businesses. Additionally, the position will interact with global colleagues, including sales, marketing, R&D, supply chain, operations, regulatory, legal and CD&D. The position reports directly to the VP, Protein North America and will be located in Decatur, ILResponsibilities:Responsible for the profit and loss of the pea protein and cotton protein businessesLead the development of the annual strategic plan to advance the company's mission and objectives.Contribute to a zero is possible driven colleague safety and food safety culture.Collaborate with all company functions to drive growth initiativesWork with leadership to establish goals and objectives and guide the business during stable or changing market conditionsRecommend market growth strategies for the business through new product innovation.Perform competitive intelligence analysis and identify potential merger and acquisition opportunities.Identify and understand key drivers for markets which your product line serves, using this information to maximize profitability and cash flow.Provide leadership to drive supply chain strategy and collaborative efforts inside and outside of ADM, managing all phases of the business through to approval and implementation.Drive revenue growth through successful collaboration with ADM sales, business development, operations, CD&D as well as R & D.Collaborate with various colleagues including supply chain in daily decision making.Support global sales force by providing product information and addressing specific customer needs.Drive revenue of co-products by finding new uses and diversifying the customer baseRequirements:Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customersExhibits strong leadership and project management skillsEntrepreneurial owners mindsetExcellent collaborator and team playerDemonstrates ability to work under pressure and maintain flexibility to adjust to achieve organizational goals in a fast-paced environmentAbility to cultivate and maintain positive working relationships with people at all levels inside and outside of the organizationAbility to solve problems independentlyWorking knowledge of Microsoft programsThe position requires 20% travel and a strong work ethicRequired Experience:Minimum of 5 years of P&L management experience in food ingredients or related sectorExperience developing business strategiesExperience in Go to Market strategiesFood Ingredient technical acumenStrategic “hunter” mentalityExcited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. REF:113316BRBase pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours. If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors. The pay range for this position is expected to be between:$126,000.00 - $231,400.00Salaried Incentive PlanThe total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus and a long-term incentive plan Benefits and PerksEnriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including: Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares). Additional benefits include: Paid time off including paid holidays.Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.Tuition assistance.Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs. *Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.#IncludingYouDiversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by lawAbout ADM At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at ID113316BR#LI-Onsite Ref ID#LI-AS5 : Decatur : IL - Illinois : Sales, Customer Service & Origination