Conagra Brands · 1 day ago
Director, Global Markets New Business
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$133K/yr - $197K/yr
7+ years expConagra Brands is a leading company in the food industry, looking for a Director of Global Markets New Business to drive international market expansion. The role involves designing and executing strategies for market entry, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring profitable growth beyond current markets.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingLifestyle
Responsibilities
Define and implement expansion and growth strategies for new international markets
Map business opportunities and develop action plans across Sales, Brand, Finance, Research & Development, and Supply Chain
Lead cross‑functional teams, including Commercial, Supply Chain, Finance, Legal, and Human Resources, to ensure seamless execution and integration
Develop and validate commercialization plans, including market sizing and return‑on‑investment analysis
Oversee profit and loss management to ensure strong returns
Manage key aspects of market entry including portfolio selection, trademark registration, sourcing, and route‑to‑market partnerships
Ensure regulatory compliance, product registration, and demand planning for each market
Monitor and report growth metrics, including awareness, household penetration, distribution, trial, and market share
Promote the adoption and customization of global playbooks and best practices
Provide strategic updates and governance to executive leadership
Ensure timely and successful product launches aligned with company standards
Travel up to 25%
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
7+ years of consumer packaged goods experience leading international markets; food industry experience preferred
Experience in strategic planning, disciplined execution, and P&L management
Strong communication and team leadership skills
Experience evaluating where to play and how to win in new markets
Proven success leading cross‑functional teams and managing international initiatives
Demonstrated success designing and executing commercial strategies adaptable to diverse global markets
Advanced negotiation, risk management, and executive decision‑making skills
Strong organizational capability, critical thinking, and a results‑oriented mindset
Proficiency with project management tools, market analysis, and product development
Skill in influencing, driving alignment, and delivering operational excellence
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare plans
Wellness incentive program
Mental wellbeing support
Fitness reimbursement
Bonus incentive opportunity
Matching 401(k)
Stock purchase plan
Career development opportunities
Employee resource groups
On-demand learning
Tuition reimbursement
Paid-time off
Parental leave
Flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role)
Volunteer opportunities
Company
Conagra Brands
Conagra Brands is a packaged foods company that offers food products and a variety of other food items.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (15)
2024 (10)
2023 (12)
2022 (8)
2021 (9)
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
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Leadership Team
David Marberger
Executive Vice President & CFO
Carey Bartell
Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary
Recent News
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