Global Marketing Director

We Are Kemin 

We are visionaries who see things differently and are inspired by the world around us.  

We have been dedicated to using applied science to improve the quality of life for over half a century.   

We are a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services.  

For over half a century, Kemin has been dedicated to using applied science to address industry challenges and offer product solutions to customers in more than 120 countries. Kemin provides ingredients to feed a growing population with its commitment to the quality, safety and efficacy of food, feed and health-related products to customers in more than 120 countries.   

Established in 1961, Kemin is a privately held, family-owned-and-operated company with more than 2,800 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, India, Italy, Russia, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa and the United States.

As a Kemin team member, you’ll receive…  

• A competitive financial package- in addition to your salary, we offer an uncapped bonus opportunity, 401k match program, and paid vacation and holidays. 
• Robust health and wellness support- we are proud to offer a fitness reimbursement (for your whole family!), an on-site fitness center, restaurant with seasonal fresh food options (and the ability to order food to bring home), and free fresh fruit in break areas- to name a few.  

• Continued learning opportunities- Kemin offers tuition reimbursement and recently launched a new corporate university with online and in-person training opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.  
• The chance to give back to our world- Through our foundation of servant leadership, we are proud to offer ample service opportunities, including paid time off to do so. Kemin has a valued corporate partnership with both The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, in addition to many local initiatives. 
• Opportunities to support our valued educators- Kemin is a proud sponsor of the Iowa Governor's Stem Advisory Council where we fund annual teacher's awards. In addition, we have a robust internship and externship program, and frequently host student tours.  

• Develop and drive an effective marketing strategy, strengthening Kemin’s brand leadership within the pet food and rendering markets worldwide.
• Manage global team.
• Serve on Worldwide Nutrisurance Leadership team to co-develop full business strategies, budgets, and execution plans for all global regions.
• Determine target market segments and the value proposition and positioning in chosen segments.
• Strengthen data and information management (market, customers, and competitor intelligence), providing continuous and timely analysis of industry and customer trends, and competitive activities to facilitate effective decision making.
• Provide strategic direction for new product development through active participation in the product innovation process (PIP).
• Use market knowledge to identify new product needs and to present these requirements to sales and R&D to stimulate and initiate new product development activities.
• Work closely with the commercial team, enabling them to meet their objectives by providing them with appropriate tools, collateral, market data, and lead generation; work hand in hand with Global Key Account managers to visit and serve large global accounts with relevant market trends and data. 
• Develop and manage the annual marketing budget.
• Motivate and develop staff within the Marketing Department through regular career development, interaction, and involvement. 
• Responsible for Product Managers who will oversee the product life cycle and support the commercialization of products.
• Manage the marketing team to have a successful implementation of the marketing strategy and have the responsibility to define and achieve marketing objectives.
• Manage the marketing team to successfully prepare and execute digital advertising strategies, media campaigns, social media activity, trade shows, customer events and exhibitions.
• Communicate and collaborate closely with other business vertical worldwide marketing counterparts, frequently involved in Kemin Industries corporate marketing plans.
• Regular presentation of key marketing activities to the Leadership Team with recommendations for new marketing initiatives.
• Support R&D in identification and prioritization of research projects and support regulatory affairs to prioritize new product registrations.

• 10+ years of strategic marketing management experience preferably in Pet Food or tangential (i.e. protein, palatants) industry. Candidates with stronger experience may be considered at a Vice President level at the discretion of the Global President.
• Proven business acumen and experience delivering new product ideas and driving new strategic business ideas. 
• Strategic mindset for both marketing function as well as overall business unit direction.
• People management experience required, including managing Product Manager positions.
• Previous experience in a B2B environment preferred.
• A proven track record of achieving strategic goals and delivering budgets.
• Capable of providing leadership, setting priorities, delegating responsibilities, and meeting deadlines. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills to be able to work effectively in a diverse team and matrix organization.
• Professional track record of successfully taking products to market.
• Demonstrated abilities to do primary research and reduce large data sets to important strategic actions.
• Create and execute creative and strategic marketing collateral that communicates Kemin’s value statement in the market.
• Excellent presentation skills suitable for customer, leadership, and Board presentations.
• Strong financial acumen is required.
• Travel: domestic and international 25-50%.

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A post-offer background check and drug screen is required.  Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position.   

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