Director, Merchandising Beef - VAP

Job description

Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with life’s essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well. This position is in our Food Enterprise where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with a complete range of innovative ingredients and branded products. Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate. Job Purpose and Impact The Director, Merchandising Beef – VAP (Value Add Protein) will lead and direct complex and multi-dimensional merchandising work. In this role, you will drive the coordination of a supplier base and fulfill transactions, delivering beef that meet production requirements and specifications in terms of timing, volume, quantity and cost. You will lead the team in charge of beef and pork procurement into our Value Add Facilities. Key Accountabilities Direct communication and interaction with suppliers, operations, supply chain and commercial to ensure efficient execution. Lead a team of merchants to develop the short- or long-term strategies for beef and pork. Oversee and review team’s risk positions to determine if low, medium or high risk. Provide direction and oversight to ensure customer and supplier strategies are developed and executed properly. Develop plans and deliver results in a fast-changing business or regulatory environment, while leading and developing a team of experienced professionals and supervisors, coaching and making decisions related to talent management hiring, performance and disciplinary actions. You will also collaborate with managers and supervisors in your organization to ensure staff selections align with current and future needs. Other duties as assigned #LI-BG1 Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience Minimum of six years of related work experience Preferred Qualifications Three years of supervisory experience Direct beef procurement experience Proven track record in negotiations and outcomes Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet