Performance and Operations Management Lead
Performance and Operations Management Lead
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Performance and Operations Management Lead
Job Summary
Are you a data-driven operations leader ready to influence performance across an entire business unit ADM is seeking a Performance and Operations Management Lead to own and drive data analysis insights and site-specific action planning for our North America Oilseeds network.
This highly visible role will be embedded within our operations leadership structure and play a pivotal role in accelerating our Operational Excellence agenda. Its also a developmental opportunity for experienced operations leaders to strengthen financial acumen project management capabilities and broaden their exposure across our network to prepare for future promotion into a Plant Manager Senior Manager or Regional Operations Manager role.
Key Responsibilities
Performance Data Ownership & Analysis
Performance Excellence & Capability Building
This role offers the opportunity to:
Hiring Manager- Kyle Hutton
Recruiter- Carol Jones
About ADM
At ADM we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste and a commitment to sustainability we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. Were a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the worlds premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth depth insights facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food beverages health and wellness and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at .
Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location job-related knowledge skills and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired employees will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.
The pay range for this position is expected to be between:
Job Summary
Are you a data-driven operations leader ready to influence performance across an entire business unit ADM is seeking a Performance and Operations Management Lead to own and drive data analysis insights and site-specific action planning for our North America Oilseeds network.
This highly visible role will be embedded within our operations leadership structure and play a pivotal role in accelerating our Operational Excellence agenda. Its also a developmental opportunity for experienced operations leaders to strengthen financial acumen project management capabilities and broaden their exposure across our network to prepare for future promotion into a Plant Manager Senior Manager or Regional Operations Manager role.
Key Responsibilities
Performance Data Ownership & Analysis
- Own end-to-end performance reporting across NA Oilseeds sitesestablish consistent KPIs reporting cadence and visualization tools.
- Analyze data across areas such as throughput yields energy and chemical usage operating costs unplanned downtime and OEE/TEEP to identify key drivers and performance gaps.
- Proactively develop insights from multiple data sources (PowerBI PI Maximo SAP accounting reports) to uncover trends and guide decision-making.
- Serve as the single point of accountability for consolidating and interpreting site performance data to support strategic planning and execution.
- Partner with site and regional leaders to set annual and quarterly performance targets ensuring alignment with BU strategic goals and X-matrix priorities.
- Lead the creation of site-level action plans tied to performance opportunitiesassign ownership define timelines and track execution.
- Monitor ongoing progress and provide coaching feedback and course correction recommendations to drive accountability and results.
- Act as a key link between operations and financetranslating operational realities into financial implications and vice versa.
- Lead plant cost analysis and variance reviews in collaboration with Finance; drive operational responses to budget and forecast deviations.
- Support annual planning activities by preparing validating and communicating production assumptions usage forecasts and capital justifications.
- Champion an ownership mindset within site teams for financial and operational performance metrics.
- Serve as a thought partner and performance coach to Plant Managers and Regional Ops Directors building leadership capability in data-driven decision making.
- Create transparency and accountability by communicating clear performance expectations and leading regular performance reviews.
- Facilitate cross-site learning by sharing best practices lessons learned and successful improvement initiatives.
- Represent NA Oilseeds performance topics in senior operations forums leadership reviews and planning sessions.
- Lead the design and continuous improvement of performance management systems dashboards and scorecards.
- Partner with IT GBS and Technical Centers to enhance data accuracy availability and ease of use for plant teams.
- Evaluate and implement new tools or methodologies to improve how we track analyze and act on performance data.
- Assist Technical Centers and site leaders with capital investment proposalsensuring robust financial justification and ROI modeling.
- Participate in post-project lookbacks to assess whether benefits have been realized and identify process improvements for future investments.
Performance Excellence & Capability Building
- Embed performance excellence methodologies like Zero Loss Thinking Focused Improvement and Root Cause Analysis into daily routines.
- Provide coaching and training to plant teams on performance reporting cost management and continuous improvement practices.
- Contribute to capability development by mentoring new Performance Engineers or Operations Leaders interested in broader impact roles.
- Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related technical field (MBA or financial coursework a plus)
- 8 years of manufacturing or operations experience with demonstrated financial and performance management acumen
- Strong ability to interpret data identify gaps and develop clear recommendations for action
- Effective communicator and influencer with experience engaging across all organizational levels
- Self-starter who thrives in cross-functional environments and is comfortable managing across multiple sites
- Proficient in data visualization and performance tools (e.g. PowerBI Excel PI Maximo)
- Knowledge of Oilseeds processing or similar industrial manufacturing preferred
This role offers the opportunity to:
- Influence site-level performance across a major business unit
- Develop the skills and visibility needed to grow into a broader operations or commercial leadership role
- Help shape the future of our North America Oilseeds network through continuous improvement and talent development
Hiring Manager- Kyle Hutton
Recruiter- Carol Jones
About ADM
At ADM we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste and a commitment to sustainability we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. Were a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the worlds premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth depth insights facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food beverages health and wellness and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at .
Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location job-related knowledge skills and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired employees will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.
The pay range for this position is expected to be between:
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