Director, Corporate Strategy - Chicago, IL

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Job Title: Director, Corporate Strategy - Chicago, IL
Location: Chicago, IL, Midwest United States, USA

Company: Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM)
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Skilled and Technical Trades
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Job Description

Director, Corporate Strategy - Chicago, IL

The Director, Corporate Strategy will play a crucial role in preparing CEO Board materials, organizing Executive Committee (EC) meetings, coordinating the preparation of materials, supporting the EC growth workshop, and leading the development of the strategic 5-year plan. This position requires a strategic thinker with exceptional analytical skills and a proven track record in strategy consulting.

Key Responsibilities:

Preparation of CEO Board Materials: Develop, compile, and present comprehensive materials for Board meetings, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with the company's strategic objectives.
Organizing Executive Committee Meetings: Plan, organize, and coordinate Executive Committee meetings, including agenda setting, logistics, and follow-up actions.
Coordinating Preparation of Materials: Collaborate with various departments to gather, synthesize, and prepare materials for EC meetings, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.
Supporting EC Growth Workshop: Assist in the planning and execution of the Executive Committee growth workshop, including content development, facilitation, and follow-up activities.
Strategic 5-Year Plan Development: Lead the development and execution of the company's strategic 5-year plan, including market analysis, competitive benchmarking, and strategic initiatives identification.
Strategic Analysis and Insights: Conduct in-depth analysis of industry trends, competitive landscape, and internal capabilities to provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with key stakeholders across the organization to ensure alignment and successful implementation of strategic initiatives.
Performance Monitoring: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor the progress of strategic initiatives and provide regular updates to senior leadership.

Qualifications:

MBA from a top-tier business school is preferred.
Experience in strategy consulting, preferably with a top-tier consulting firm preferred.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and translate insights into actionable plans.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to senior leadership and Board members.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Proficiency in applying strategic frameworks and tools to guide analysis and decision-making and ability to create structured frameworks to break down complex problems into manageable components.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage projects with a structured approach, including setting objectives, timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
Financial skillset needed to develop financial models, conduct financial analyses, and support decision-making processes.
Proficient in gathering, cleaning, and analyzing data to inform decision-making.
High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

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.

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We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM.

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Job Post Date: 04/09/25