Associate, Corporate Strategy

Cargill • Shorewood, MN

2d • $145,000 - $165,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Corporate Strategy Associate contributes to the development of corporate and business unit strategies that drive long-term value creation. With minimal supervision, the role partners closely with business and functional partners to assess enterprise and portfolio performance, analyze market and competitive trends, and identify growth opportunities. The associate develops strategic insights and recommendations, investment cases, and related financial and execution plans to inform strategic decision-making.

The position is based at Cargill's Global Headquarters in Wayzata, Minnesota. It currently follows a hybrid work environment, requiring at least four days in the office and allowing up to one remote day each week. The expected salary is $145,000–$165,000, and the position is eligible for a discretionary incentive award dependent on company and individual performance. Cargill offers a comprehensive benefits program, with benefits depending on the position and hours worked. Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accrues at one hour per 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of relevant work experience; the posting says this typically reflects 5 years or more.
• Experience in strategy development across growth and transformation topics.
• Strong knowledge of financial modeling and corporate finance.
• Ability to work onsite in Wayzata, Minnesota.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) from a top-tier institution, with academic excellence.
• At least 2 years of experience in a top-tier consulting firm and a strong performance track record.
• Experience in the agricultural, food, or commodities sectors.

Responsibilities

• Structure complex business problems, develop hypotheses, and build qualitative and quantitative analyses to address strategic questions; refine hypotheses based on findings.
• Assess industry structure, business models, key profit drivers, and organizational dynamics to synthesize insights that inform strategic priorities.
• Develop data-driven recommendations and supporting materials to capture strategic opportunities, including acquisitions and divestitures.
• Link recommendations to financial and execution plans, including acquisition gameboards, to ensure value creation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and other partners to support effective execution.
• Develop and implement complex workstream activity plans that deliver insights and recommendations in line with defined timelines and targets.
• Support implementation of strategy execution plans.
• Prepare and deliver clear, concise written and verbal communications summarizing workstream analyses and findings to support partners' understanding and informed decision-making.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit program, including medical and/or other benefits depending on the position offered and hours worked.
• Discretionary incentive award dependent on company and individual performance.
• Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed