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Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate. Job Purpose and Impact The Bilingual Sales Account Manager will develop customer ...

Shift Superintendent

Hammond, IN · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate. Job Purpose and Impact The Shift Superintendent will provide strategic ...

Administrative Assistant

Lake Odessa, MI · On-site

$17.25 - $23.25/hr

Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate. Job Purpose and Impact The Administrative Assistant will make independent ...

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Shift Superintendent

Hammond, IN

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate. Job Purpose and Impact The Shift Superintendent will provide strategic ...

Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate. Job Purpose and Impact The Account Manager will drive sales growth by managing ...

Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate. Job Purpose and Impact The Account Manager will drive sales growth by managing ...

Inventory Clerk (3rd shift)

Hazleton, PA · On-site

$16.50 - $20/hr

Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate. JOB PURPOSE AND IMPACT The Inventory Clerk is responsible for the material flow ...

Inventory Clerk (3rd shift)

Hazleton, PA · On-site

$16.50 - $20/hr

Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate. JOB PURPOSE AND IMPACT The Inventory Clerk is responsible for the material flow ...

Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate. Job Purpose and Impact The Maintenance Superintendent will supervise and execute ...

Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain ...

Storeroom Specialist

Saint Clair, MI

$15.25 - $18.75/hr

Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate. Job Purpose and Impact The Storeroom Specialist is responsible for the material ...

Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate. Job Purpose and Impact The Registered Nurse will perform occupational health ...

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Alternative Protein information

What is an Alternative Protein job?

An Alternative Protein job focuses on developing, producing, and commercializing protein sources that serve as sustainable alternatives to traditional animal-based proteins. This can include plant-based proteins, cultivated meat, fermentation-derived proteins, and other emerging technologies. Roles in this field span research and development, food science, bioprocessing, product management, and marketing. Professionals work to improve taste, texture, nutrition, and scalability of alternative protein products to meet consumer demand and environmental goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Alternative Protein position, and why are they important?

To thrive in an Alternative Protein role, you generally need a background in food science, biotechnology, or a related life sciences field, along with experience in research and product development. Familiarity with laboratory techniques, analytical instrumentation, and food safety regulations, as well as certifications in quality assurance or HACCP, are commonly used in this industry. Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and project management skills help individuals excel when working with interdisciplinary teams to innovate new protein alternatives. These competencies are crucial for meeting industry demands, ensuring product safety and quality, and driving successful product launches in a rapidly evolving sector.

What are the typical responsibilities of someone working in an Alternative Protein position?

Professionals in an Alternative Protein role are usually responsible for conducting research and development of new protein sources, optimizing production processes, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Daily tasks may include designing experiments, running product trials, analyzing nutritional data, and collaborating closely with engineers, marketers, and regulatory teams. They also play a key role in scaling up laboratory concepts for commercial production and troubleshooting process challenges as they arise. This hands-on, cross-functional work environment provides ample opportunities for skill-building and career growth within the sustainable food industry.

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Product Line Specialist - Ground Beef

Product Line Specialist - Ground Beef

Cargill

Wichita, KS

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago


Cargill rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 215 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 48 rated food wholesalers


Job description

Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with lifes essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well.

This position is in our Food Enterprise where we are committed to serving food manufacturers, food service customers, and retailers with a complete range of innovative ingredients and branded products. Our portfolio includes poultry, beef, egg, alternative protein, salt, oils, starches, sweeteners, cocoa and chocolate.

Job Purpose and Impact

The Product Line Specialist will design and implement a comprehensive product marketing cycle. We seek a professional who will identify market potential, establish pricing and market strategies, estimate potential sales, define promotional activities and handle product through phase-out.

Key Accountabilities
  • Prepare and coordinate product introductions and updates.
  • Compile and evaluate research on market product requirements and identify enhancements to current features and functionality.
  • Coordinate program planning with customers to identify manufacturing schedules, goals, design criteria, costs and similar considerations.
  • Plan, organize and coordinate assigned programs to accomplish financial and budgetary goals.
  • Independently handle complex issues with minimal supervision, while escalating only the most complex issues to appropriate staff.
  • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of four years of related work experience
  • Travel up to 20%

PeferredQualifications

  • Strong knowledge of ground beef businesses
  • Experience developing and leading the strategy for premium product lines or brands
  • Profit and Loss experience
  • Sales, Pricing or operations experience
  • Project management experience
  • Understanding of food industry, market, sales and channels
Position Information

Relocation assistance will be provided for the Kansas area.

Location: Wichita, KS

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet


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Cargill was founded in 1865 as a single grain warehouse in Iowa, U.S. Since then, we’ve grown to become a global partner connecting people around the planet. But one thing has remained constant over the years: our purpose of nourishing the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way. Cargill is committed to conducting business with integrity, operating responsibly, enriching communities and nourishing the world. In the fiscal year 2021, Cargill provided $110.5 million in total charitable contributions in 56 countries to support our communities. Cargill businesses and employee-led groups partner with local civic, nonprofit and non-governmental organizations on programs and projects that improve food security and nutrition; support human rights, equity and inclusion; strengthen farmer livelihoods; and advance our commitments in the areas of land use, water and climate.

Industry

Food and drink manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US