Director, Food Industry Leadership Program
Director, Food Industry Leadership Program
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Job Description
The USC Marshall School of Business invites applications for the position of Executive Director Food Industry Programs within the Office of Executive Education. This leadership role oversees one of Marshalls flagship initiativesthe Food Industry Management (FIM) Programas well as future programming serving the evolving needs of retail CPG bottling distribution and food provision sectors. The Executive Director will lead strategy curriculum stakeholder engagement and industry partnerships to elevate USCs longstanding impact on the food industry.
The FIM Program delivered in partnership with the Western Association of Food Chains (WAFC) has for over 68 years provided high-potential leaders with transformative learning experiences that prepare them to take on executive roles across the food sector. Rooted in USC Marshalls global reputation and supported by deep industry collaboration the program combines academic rigor with practical application and serves as a key talent pipeline for the industry.
Responsibilities and Duties
Serve as the strategic and operational leader of USC Marshalls Food Industry Programs including the FIM program and related initiatives.
Partner with USC faculty executive education staff and external stakeholders to design update and deliver world-class executive education offerings tailored to the food industry.
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with senior leaders in grocery retail CPG bottling and food distribution companies as well as the WAFC and other industry associations.
Provide thought leadership and curriculum guidance leveraging emerging industry trends to ensure content relevance and strategic alignment with business needs.
Lead student and participant recruitment and serve as the primary face of the FIM program in the food industry community.
Develop and steward an advisory board of senior industry leaders to ensure continued relevance and support for USCs food industry programming.
Collaborate with the Assistant Dean of Executive Education to secure additional philanthropic and sponsorship support for scholarships program growth and innovation.
Support post-program engagement including alumni relations and ongoing learning opportunities.
Track and report outcomes of the program including participant satisfaction promotion rates and industry impact.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum 10 to 15 years of leadership experience in the food industry with a demonstrated track record of success. Longer tenures are highly preferred.
Deep knowledge of food sector segments including grocery/retail consumer packaged goods and/or bottling.
Recognized credibility and professional respect within the food industry community.
Experience in executive education leadership development or talent pipeline initiatives a plus.
Exceptional relationship-building communication and program management skills.
Experience working across academic corporate and nonprofit environments preferred.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelors degree (Masters degree preferred).
Experience: 15 years of program or business management experience including direct experience in the food industry.
Demonstrated ability to lead complex programs and build trusted partnerships with senior leaders.
Excellent communication strategic thinking and team collaboration skills.
Anticipated Hiring Range:
The annual salary range for this position is $104394.49 $148872.99. When extending an offer of employment the University of Southern California considers a variety of factors including job responsibilities candidate experience market data and internal equity.
Required Documents and Additional Information
Resume and cover letter required (may be uploaded as one file). Please do not submit your application without these documents.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended so please apply on the same business day if interested.
USC has excellent benefits including health benefits for staff and their family with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions*; tuition benefits for staff and their family; free Professional Development classes; central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains buses and free tram pick up services; discounts to sporting and other campus events.
Why join the USC Marshall School of Business
USC is a leading private research university located in Los Angeles a global center for arts technology and international business. As the citys largest private employer responsible for more than $5 billion annually in economic activity in the region we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills across a variety of academic schools and units. As a USC employee you will enjoy excellent benefits and perks and be a member of the Trojan Family - the faculty staff students and alumni who make USC a great place to work.
About the Marshall School of Business:
The Marshall School of Business is one of the premier business schools in the country consistently recognized for its outstanding array of MBA specialized MS and undergraduate programs. The Marshall School of Business is ideally positioned to address the challenges of a rapidly changing business environment and is ranked as one of the countrys top schools for accounting finance marketing consulting entrepreneurship and international business studies.
USC Marshall builds on the unique opportunities that stem from its Los Angeles location on the Pacific Rim its interdisciplinary and impactful research the momentum generated by the University of Southern California and the unparalleled engagement of the Trojan Alumni Family. With ready access to industries defining the new business frontier including biotechnology life sciences media entertainment communications and healthcare this vast network offers USC Marshall graduates exceptionally strong support for success in the global marketplace. For more information on the USC Marshall School of Business visit: .
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USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to theBackground Screening Policy Appendix Dfor specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
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