Strategic Growth Director, Corporate Strategy

Land O'Lakes; Arden Hills (MN); Hybrid; USD 164,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Land O’Lakes is seeking a Corporate Strategy Director at our Arden Hills, MN HQ. This role reports to the Chief Strategy Officer and drives long-term strategy, growth initiatives, and organizational alignment across business units.

The position blends strategic planning, market analysis, and stakeholder engagement to shape the cooperative’s future. The role emphasizes leading cross-functional teams, identifying opportunities, and mitigating strategic risks in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or related field required. MBA preferred.
• Proven track record of 10+ years in corporate strategy or 5+ years in management consulting.
• Demonstrated people leadership experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Deep understanding of industry dynamics, market trends, and competitive landscapes.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of corporate strategic plans aligned with goals and market trends.
• Partner with Economic Research to develop market analyses and translate findings into recommendations.
• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities and partnerships to drive growth.
• Establish KPIs and monitor performance, providing updates to executives.
• Foster organizational alignment and cascade strategic objectives across units.
• Conduct scenario planning and risk assessments to mitigate disruptions.
• Engage with investors, board members, and regulatory bodies in strategic discussions.

Skills

People leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Finance/Economics

MBA preferred

Job description

Land O’Lakes is seeking a Corporate Strategy Director at our Arden Hills, MN HQ. This role reports to the Chief Strategy Officer and drives long-term strategy, growth initiatives, and organizational alignment across business units.

The position blends strategic planning, market analysis, and stakeholder engagement to shape the cooperative’s future. The role emphasizes leading cross-functional teams, identifying opportunities, and mitigating strategic risks in a dynamic market.