Visionary VP, Fresh Foods & Industry Leadership

FMI- The Food Industry Association; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

11 paid holidays

Paid leave benefits

Transportation allowance

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

A leading industry association in Arlington, Virginia is seeking a Vice President of Fresh Foods. This hybrid role entails leading initiatives in the fresh foods category and managing key relationships with industry stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of management experience in food retail or FMCG and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the chance to impact the food retail industry significantly.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of professional management experience.
• At least five years of management experience in food retail or FMCG.
• Ability to travel domestically for stakeholder visits.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage FMI’s Fresh Foods community.
• Lead Fresh Foods initiatives focused on education and collaboration.
• Manage relationships with industry partners and stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

AI platforms (e.g., Gemini, ChatGPT)

Job description

A leading industry association in Arlington, Virginia is seeking a Vice President of Fresh Foods. This hybrid role entails leading initiatives in the fresh foods category and managing key relationships with industry stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of management experience in food retail or FMCG and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the chance to impact the food retail industry significantly.