About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to spearhead Kerrygolds growth across European markets. The role will also be responsible for managing a number of smaller customers in Ornuas Rest of Asia Markets. This pivotal role will shape and execute our commercial strategy drive innovation and foster key partnerships ensuring long-term financial success and market leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Provide clear direction and visionary leadership for the team leading the development and execution of a robust growth strategy.
• Executive Collaboration: Play an integral role on the Ornua Foods International Leadership Team contributing to high-level strategic decisions and the broader business agenda.
• Aligned to GBBS priorities lead the development of a comprehensive market growth strategy & GTM plan for Ornua Foods in key growth markets with P&L accountability.
• Commercial Strategy: Develop and implement effective commercial plans that support financial targets and long-term business objectives.
• Partnership Management: Cultivate and strengthen relationships with key distribution partners and stakeholders to build trust and secure long-term collaboration.
• Cross-Functional Alignment: Collaborate closely with teams across marketing finance product development and operations to ensure cohesive execution and strategic alignment.
• Market Insight: Monitor consumer trends competitive dynamics and emerging opportunities to inform decision-making and maintain a competitive edge.
• Revenue Diversification: Lead initiatives to expand revenue streams through product innovation private label strategies (PPA) and alternative business models.
• Portfolio Strategy: Define and implement a focused long-term portfolio strategy aligned with Kerrygolds vision for growth across European markets.
• Innovation Pipeline: Develop and manage a structured pipeline of high-impact product innovations tailored to European consumer preferences.
• Agility & Responsiveness: Promote a culture of agility enabling the business to adapt swiftly to market changes and capitalize on new opportunities.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Proven senior leadership experience within the FMCG or food & beverage industry ideally with pan-European market exposure.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing commercial strategies that deliver strong financial and market share growth.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and influencing at executive leadership level.
• A strong background in business development market expansion and innovation pipeline management.
• Track record of building and maintaining strategic partnerships and distributor relationships across diverse markets.

• Strategic thinker with a strong commercial acumen and an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Deep understanding of European consumer trends retail landscapes and competitive dynamics.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to inspire teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong financial literacy with experience in budgeting forecasting and P&L ownership.

• Inclusive and collaborative leadership style with a focus on empowering teams and driving performance.
• Resilient adaptable and solution-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.

ORNUA COMPETENCIES:

• Curiosity: Creates an environment for innovative thinking; rewards and recognises creative thinking and continuous improvement.

• Forward-Looking: Inspires and drive change; creates cross-functional strategic plans with positive social impact.

• Ownership: Empowers performance ensures quality and delivery; rewards initiatives courage and success and makes decisions about sustainable growth.

• Working Together: Creates and reinforces a collaborative culture within and across the organisation and sets up external strategic alliances and partnerships.

ROLE CLOSING FOR APPLICATIONS Friday 29th August