Executive GM, Animal Nutrition JV: Growth & Ops

Land O'Lakes, Inc.; Howard Lake (MN); On-site; USD 188,000 - 282,000; Full time

Job summary

Munson Lakes Nutrition (MLN) is seeking a General Manager/CEO to drive strategic planning, sales, and operations across its multi‑mill platform in the Upper Midwest. The leader will own the enterprise P&L, align owner objectives, and build a high‑performing team in a growing joint venture with cooperative owners.

The role requires deep agribusiness acumen, strong stakeholder relationships, and a track record of expanding market presence while maintaining safety and quality across facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of senior leadership in feed manufacturing/animal nutrition or related agri sectors.
• Experience leading multi-site operations and JV governance is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Advise Board on strategic planning, budgeting, and governance.
• Build and lead expanded commercial sales organization across territories.
• Oversee multi-facility operations, SOPs, QA, and supply chain integration.
• Ensure FDA/FSMA/CGMP compliance and robust quality controls.
• Hold full P&L accountability and drive ROI for capital projects.
• Develop organizational design, talent development, and succession plans.

Skills

Strategic leadership

P&L management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Agribusiness, Animal Science, Agricultural Economics, Business Administration, Engineering, or related discipline

Master’s degree or MBA preferred

Job description

Munson Lakes Nutrition (MLN) is seeking a General Manager/CEO to drive strategic planning, sales, and operations across its multi‑mill platform in the Upper Midwest. The leader will own the enterprise P&L, align owner objectives, and build a high‑performing team in a growing joint venture with cooperative owners.

The role requires deep agribusiness acumen, strong stakeholder relationships, and a track record of expanding market presence while maintaining safety and quality across facilities.