Growth Director - Pea Protein & Cottonseed

Illinois Ag; Decatur, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) in Decatur, IL seeks a Business Director for Pea Protein & Cottonseed to drive profit and growth. You will own the P&L, shape the annual strategy, and coordinate with sales, R&D, supply chain, and operations to execute growth initiatives.

You will collaborate with global teams, manage expectations with internal and external stakeholders, and lead product innovation efforts while maintaining a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of P&L management experience in food ingredients or related sector.
• Experience developing business strategies and GTM plans.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% and adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Own profit and loss for pea protein and cotton protein businesses.
• Lead annual strategic planning to advance ADM's mission and objectives.
• Collaborate across sales, marketing, R&D, supply chain, and operations to drive growth.
• Drive revenue through product innovations and market expansion.
• Provide leadership to align supply chain and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Leadership

P&L management

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) in Decatur, IL seeks a Business Director for Pea Protein & Cottonseed to drive profit and growth. You will own the P&L, shape the annual strategy, and coordinate with sales, R&D, supply chain, and operations to execute growth initiatives.

You will collaborate with global teams, manage expectations with internal and external stakeholders, and lead product innovation efforts while maintaining a strong safety culture.