The Value Chain Demand Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with feedlots, beef packers, and CPG companies. This role requires a deep understanding of the livestock and meat processing industries, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record in the B2B space at the C suite level. The demand manager will identify new business opportunities, manage key accounts, and collaborate with internal teams to meet revenue goals
Key Responsibilities
- Lead development of a supply chain “pull” strategy through the feedlot and processor to retail/foodservice/CPG
- Works closely with Land O’Lakes Enterprise to help drive success at the packer and CPG
- Establish trust-based relationships with key partners and allies in the beef on dairy space
- Develop strategy to continuously improve the value chain and our value proposition
- Provide market insights into the business by staying informed on industry trends, competitors’ activities and market demands
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, with preference given to advanced degrees
- Established relationships with key players in the feedlot, packer, or CPG sectors
- Capable of executing C Suite strategic discussions. Must possess a credible voice with knowledge of feedlot, protein production, distribution, and retail/food service/CPG supply structures
- Must be a self-starter and comfortable working in ambiguity
- Sales Acumen: Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving growth.
Working Conditions
- Full-time position
- 50 – 75% Travel
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
Salary Range: $120,880 - $151,100
About Land O'Lakes, Inc.
Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.
Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).
Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.
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What We Do
Land O’Lakes, Inc. is a 100-year-old farmer- and retailer-owned cooperative originally formed with the purpose of working together to create new market opportunities. Fast forward to today and we’ve built on that uniting spirit, developing a comprehensive and leading view of agriculture while maintaining an unwavering commitment to delivering strong annual performance and long-term, shared success with our member-owners.
Land O’Lakes believes farmers are the entrepreneurs who truly change the world for the better. By working together with our member-owners, we can continue to strengthen our system, champion farming’s true potential and place our farmer- and retail-owners at the heart of creating a better world for all.
