Director, Animal Nutrition & Specialty Ops

Job #: 167230

Location: MD

Wanted: Director of Operations to support a fast-growing agribusiness by maximizing productivity at multiple sites. 
In this newly developed role, you will help a rapidly growing division of the agribusiness legend as they forge into new markets. Cost structure, operational excellence, and employee evaluation are all areas you will put in place while building development plans for each. As you explore opportunities, you will have the chance to identify strategies for joint ventures, site acquisitions, and capital improvements.

Reasons why the right person is going to love this job

  • Family-owned, established, and financially solid company with an excellent reputation
  • Know where you're going. The company has a clear direction, led by an exceptional leadership team.
  • Cutting-edge, science-based products with a foundation of solid research
  • Sales momentum is incredible, and expecting to continue
  • A new role – make it your own
  • A diverse portfolio of products
  • Availability of new market opportunities in both locales and species
  • Company culture is innovative and entrepreneurial
  • You have the opportunity to manage cultural change
  • Authority = Responsibilities
  • Company is best in class
  • It's an exciting time. The business has doubled over the past five years.
  • Feel secure. The company is highly stable and has a rich history.
  • Growing Employer – increased headcount by 21% in last two years (700 to 850)
  • Multiple projects ready to go
  • Multi-Location exposure
  • A Top 25 Grain company with global reach
  • Domestic & International Export Operations
  • Competitive Compensation plan with LTIP

To be considered

  • Ten years of grain processing or feed manufacturing experience, including multi-site
  • Ability to overnight travel up to 35%
  • Understanding of regulatory issues regarding organic ingredients
  • Strategic thinker with strong people skills
  • Ability to work well with the leadership team
  • Contract negotiation expertise
  • Strong business acumen
  • Excellent safety record