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Job DescriptionProduct Director, Branded Ingredients - Biotics - H&W - Kennesaw, GANATURE & SCOPEThe Branded Ingredients Product Director-Biotics will be responsible for managing and growing ADM's Health & Wellness (H&W) portfolio of branded microbiome-related ingredients in the Americas region. This role combines knowledge of thebiotics industry, product management, project leadership and business development to grow the segment.Partners closely with Go To Market team, and aligns the broader cross functional team to drive demand generation,support customer product launches, contribute to the pipeline and alternative ways to drive growth.This role requires a strategic thinker with experience in strong business development, financial acumen, analyticalskills, project management and a proven track record of delivering results in a dynamic business environment.MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIESProduct & P&L Management:Continuously track demand and streamline processes to swiftly move strategic orders from purchase order toshipment with agility.Analyze financial performance, customer demand trends, and business metrics to identify opportunities for revenueenhancement and cost optimization while managing pricing strategy.Monitor key financial indicators and proactively address variances and deviations from targets.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, supply chain and finance, to develop andexecute plans to drive P&L performance.Conduct regular P&L reviews, identify areas of improvement, and implement initiatives to enhance financialperformance and operational efficiencyProvide guidance to Innovation team on opportunities for future growth and developmentKey Commercialization Projects:Actively support and monitor customer-related projects, ensuring clear communication, alignment of expectations,and timely delivery of solutions.Proactively identify and address project risks and issues and implement corrective actions to mitigate potentialdisruptions.Proactively work with Sales and Product Lifecycle team to ensure successful product launches and lifecycles.Become the Subject Matter Expert and leverage this knowledge to drive growth through BD and SalesOrganizationCommercial input and S&OP process to align customer forecast and supply across the different entities.Conduct post-project evaluations to capture lessons learned, gather customer feedback, and drive continuousimprovement initiatives to enhance project delivery processes.Coordinate with Operations scale up and industrialization of new products within required standards.Performance Monitoring and Reporting:Establish robust KPIs and performance metrics to track progress against P&L objectives and financial targets.Providing insights into business performance and actionable recommendations for improvement in close collaboration with FinanceMonitor financial performance regularly, identifying variances, trends, and areas of concern and recommending corrective actions as needed.Drive accountability and transparency across the organizationEducation• Minimum - Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Business, Finance, or a related field.• Preferred - MBA or advanced degree preferred.Experience• Minimum of 6 years of experience in product management, marketing, or business development withinprobiotics, prebiotics, or functional ingredient industries.• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Product or P&L Management• Minimum of 2 years of experience in managing cross-functional projectsSpecific skills• Proven ability to generate growth in branded microbiome and biotics ingredients.• Commercially driven with a strong scientific foundation.• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to identify trends, analyze variances, and develop actionable insightsto drive business performance.• Proven track record of successfully managing P&L responsibilities and delivering financial results in a fast-paced, dynamic business environment.• Strong leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and drivecross-functional initiatives to achieve P&L objectives.• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while meetingdeadlines.Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.REF:110197BR#IncludingYouDiversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.We welcome everyone to apply. 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