VP Global Platforms – Starches & Proteins

Tate & Lyle; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global ingredients solutions provider is seeking a Global Platform Lead to drive growth and success in their Platform business. This senior leadership role involves setting the strategic path for 18 months to 10 years and requires proven experience at the GM level in the B2B specialty ingredients or food systems industry. Ideal candidates will have exceptional analytical skills, P&L management acumen, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders effectively. The position offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Benefits

Global rewards package

Bonus scheme

Mental health & well-being support

16-week Equal Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role preferably at GM level within a global organization in the B‑2‑B specialty ingredients or food systems industry.
• Strong business and commercial acumen with a deep understanding of P&L management.
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to identify and capitalize on market opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the strategic vision for the Platform business.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the platform.
• Drive growth on strategic product lines within various regions.

Skills

Business Development

Eclipse

Economics

Accounting

Corporate Risk Management

Brokerage

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

We are open to applicants from Europe or the US for the opportunity.

About Us

Tate and Lyle is a successful organisation with a clear purpose, ambition, strategy and strong expert talent solely focused on achieving its ambition as a world class ingredients solutions provider. We have expanded our plant‑based footprint beyond corn into tapioca, stevia leaf, chickpea protein and soluble fibre to explore wider platforms for achieving our ambition. Achieving this ambition will require development of new capabilities, reallocation of resources and investment to become a leaner, more agile company leveraging latest technology, process insight and ways of working.

About the Role

The Global Platform Lead is a senior leadership role driving the growth and success of the Platform business. This role will play a key part in defining the strategic path for the mid and long term (18 months to 10 years), identifying opportunities and justifying investment needs, setting priorities and coordinating cross‑functional execution to drive the best portfolio and geographic focus across regions and functions, maximizing profitable and sustainable growth. The role will manage the Starch & Protein Platform businesses by collaborating extensively with leaders across the organization to create and identify new opportunities for the Starch & Protein platform.

Accountabilities

• Develop and implement the strategic vision for the Platform business to align with the company’s financial goals.
• Serve as a key member of the Platform leadership team providing direction, guidance and thought leadership.
• Oversee the day‑to‑day operations of the platform and tackle complex problems with innovative optimisation projects.
• Work closely with the Solutions Team to lead and leverage cross‑functional opportunities for growth and innovation.
• Take full ownership of the Platform growth and profitability driving financial performance and accountability across the platform.
• Drive growth on strategic product lines within various regions focusing on impactful market penetration and expansion.
• Deliver successful commercialisation of the New Product Development (NPD) platform and achieve NPD sales targets.
• Manage the Innovation pipeline development and ensure the Platform Strategy creates a sustainable competitive advantage.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Platform function.
• Introduce new technologies and solutions to address complex issues and streamline operations.

Skills and Experience (Manager)

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in a senior leadership role preferably at GM level within a global organization in the B‑2‑B specialty ingredients or food systems industry.
• Strong business and commercial acumen with a deep understanding of P&L management, innovation management and product management.
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to identify and capitalise on market opportunities.
• Highly advanced communication skills for regular interactions and influencing with senior internal and external stakeholders. Able to influence managed areas and persuade peers and key decision‑makers in a matrixed organization. Experience presenting and facilitating decisions with Executive Leadership and Boards.
• Ability to drive execution and deliver results in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Problems faced are complex and may require multidimensional solutions and thought leadership.

What You’ll Get

As a business operating in 50 countries worldwide we offer a global rewards package to all employees alongside a range of country‑specific benefits. The global package includes a bonus scheme, 16‑week Equal Parental Leave and mental health & well‑being support.

Tate & Lyle is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.

Key Skills

• Business Development
• Eclipse
• Economics
• Accounting
• Corporate Risk Management
• Brokerage

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1