1. Purpose of the Position

• Why does the job exist?

• To support Local Customers and Segment Leads through culinary/ technical expertise of Protein Processors and Other Food Processors, and local clients. Provides Segment expertise in concept/product development guidance to the Commercial Teams with focus in the seasonings category.  

2)  Major Duties &        

      Responsibilities

• Include all essential job functions   This section should include the primary day-to-day responsibilities & activities of the position.  These should represent the “core” of the job duties.

• Drive new and existing business opportunities.
• Collaboration with regional and segment leads in the overall development and execution of Operating Plans and LRPs through the function of Culinary.
• Support Local Commercial Team(s) in Protein Processors and Other Food Processors segments.
• Manages Peer-level Culinary Customer relationships. Leverages Segment and/or Product category Leads as needed.
• Support acquisition customer development in Cenam unit. Supports Penetration of existing accounts.
• Leverages and enables Proactive and Reactive Innovation in the Cenam unit and provides unique applications of Innovation aligned with Customer needs.
• Supports in conjunction with Marketing and Insights in the implementation and validation of Market relevant trends needed for NPD.
• Works closely with R&D for local unit enablement of Commercialized/New Innovation and/or NPD.
• Participation in the Communication of Global Culinary Council initiatives and activities and local leadership.
• Supports Region Culinarians with ideations aligned to Customer, Product Category and/or Segment needs.

3)  Scope:

• Operating Budget?

• Staff size?

• Other Measurable Factors?

• NA

4)  Problem Solving/Decision Making:

• Describe the most difficult or challenging problems that must be resolved.
• Identify the types of decisions the incumbent will be allowed to make on his/her own.

• Broad-based internal and external communication
• Strategy development with Regional Leadership Team
• Obtaining timely and complete responses.
• Tactical application and execution of Strategies
• Product improvement

5)  Working Relationships:

      Internal

• Reports to whom?

• Supervises whom?
• Peer Relationships
• Frequent Contacts

External

• Customers, vendors, etc.

Internal

• Segment Leads, Directors and Unit Leadership Teams
• Sales, Marketing, Quality, Supply Chain, R&D, Sensory, Consumer Insights, Regulatory, HR

External

• Strategic customers, Academia, social media, ingredient suppliers,

6)  Knowledge and Experience:

• List the minimum amount of education and/or experience required to perform the job.  Be specific in terms of the type of experience required.

• Post Primary/Secondary Education Certificate/Degree.
• Minimum 2-year AOS Degree of Culinary Arts from accredited institution or graduated from a 4-year cooking apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Food Science, Technical Experience or Certification preferred.
• Minimum 2 years professional experience in an industrial organization specializing in new product development.
• Proven experience in building and maintaining business relationships.
• Operates with a high level of tenacity, personal commitment, and enthusiasm.
• Technical acumen in understanding needs and developing effective strategies.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in English
• Basic Computer proficiency skills in Word, Excel, Power Point, Microsoft and others.

7)  Work Environment

• Describe the working conditions related to the job including physical requirements, equipment used, time constraints, public contact, etc.

• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Regional and Global Travel
• Use and understanding of Kitchen/Manufacturing Machinery and Equipment.

8) Competencies

• Select 10 competencies from the appropriate PDI competency model.

• Drives Results
• Customer focus
• Communicates Effectively
• Drives Engagement
• Manages Complexity
• Builds Networks
• Ensures Accountability
• Cultivates Innovation