AI Lab Portfolio Manager - Ag & Trading, North America

Job description

Cargill is committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. Sitting at the heart of the supply chain, we partner with farmers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. Our 155,000 team members innovate with purpose, providing customers with life’s essentials so businesses can grow, communities prosper, and consumers live well. With over 160 years of experience as a family company, we look ahead while remaining true to our values. We put people first. We reach higher. We do the right thing—today and for generations to come. Job Purpose and Impact The AI Lab Portfolio Manager will lead the development, management and execution of global portfolios to align program outcomes, objectives and technical goals with the corporate, group and functional strategy as well as the program sponsors to deliver necessary business outcomes. In this role, you will provide advanced knowledge, thought leadership and governance for key partners in the related space to develop the overall portfolio and program approach and business outcomes and metrics necessary to drive the initiatives globally. You will provide relevant experience and critical problem solving and will leverage continuous improvement and industry methodologies to successfully manage global programs within the portfolio. Key Accountabilities Lead the development of global project portfolios that will be targeted to meet the strategic goals and value targets of the corporate and business strategy. Partner collaboratively and influence key stakeholders related to the development and deployment of strategic program approaches within the portfolio area. Foster business and customer partnerships to support strategic and systemic changes, bridge technology gaps and meet organizational goals as well as governance around process improvement and lead and influence practices within the related business groups and functions. Monitor and report on the status of global portfolio performance metrics and goals, overall business impact of projects within the portfolio and programs and identify variances to plans and execute corrective actions as appropriate. Develop and employ governance scalable standards for the global programs. Identify, lead and influence optimization activities and review and recommend process changes in the organization. Provide thought leadership in the development of the integrated global portfolio roadmap and collaborate with leaders to ensure organizational readiness and commitment to ongoing enhancements, optimizations and value realization activities. Other duties as assigned Provide expert thought leadership in your field and work with limited direction, using additional research and interpretation to identify issues or problems. You may provide direction to supporting team members and be a strategic contributor. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Minimum requirement of 6 years of relevant work experience. Typically reflects 10 years or more of relevant experience. Preferred qualifications Strong understanding of AI concepts and emerging trends, including generative AI, machine learning, automation, responsible AI, prompt engineering, model evaluation, and AI-enabled workflow transformation. Experience deploying AI solutions to modernize processes, drive adoption, and realize business value. Proven ability to build new portfolios, capabilities, or practices from the ground up, including governance, operating models, and measurable outcomes. Strong executive influence and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate strategy into action and drive prioritization across multiple business and technology stakeholders . Experience aligning product and technology roadmaps, investments, dependencies, and delivery plans to shared business outcomes. Experience defining and tracking portfolio metrics such as value, adoption, usage, delivery progress, and operational performance. Additional Applicant Information The expected salary for this position is $140,000 - $200,000. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, certifications, education, and level of experience. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. This position is eligible for a discretionary incentive award. The incentive award amount is dependent upon company performance and your personal performance. Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law. This role is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. This includes candidates whose work authorization is tied to a student visa, employer-sponsored visa, visa transfer, immigration petition, or other third-party sponsorship arrangement. By applying, you confirm that you are authorized to work for any employer in the United States indefinitely without requiring sponsorship, transfer, or immigration support from Cargill at any point during employment.