Technical Business Development Director

Kerry Group•Manitowoc, WI

37d•Remote

About The Position

Join a global leader in smoke and browning technologies and help shape the future of food protection and taste innovation. As the Business Development Leader for Kerry | RedArrow, you’ll drive growth, build strategic partnerships, and influence the meat industry across North America. This is your opportunity to make a measurable impact on a business with a strong heritage and ambitious growth plans. We’re looking for someone based near Manitowoc, WI or Beloit, WI. This role offers remote flexibility with frequent travel (50%+).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Meat/Food/Nutrition Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biology, or related field.
10+ years of commercial or technical experience with ingredients in the meat category.
Strong technical knowledge of meat manufacturing, process optimization, and food protection ingredients.
Proven ability to build trusted, long-term customer relationships and deliver business growth.
Willingness to travel 50%+ across North America.

Responsibilities

Lead Growth Deliver near-term budgets and execute a 5-year growth plan for Kerry | RedArrow, measured by top-line revenue and margin goals.
Shape Strategy Partner with Taste & Food Protection teams to develop and implement business plans.
Drive Commercial Success Build deep relationships with strategic customers and collaborate with Kerry sales and EUM teams to expand our technical sales/service model.
Identify New Opportunities Develop robust commercial and R&D pipelines to unlock growth in processed, fermented, and fresh meat & poultry segments.
Be a Trusted Advisor Provide commercial support and insights that strengthen Kerry’s position as an industry leader.