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How much do director of development jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for director of development in Decatur, IL is $89,611.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,900.00 and $105,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a director of development do?

A Director of Development is responsible for overseeing an organization's fundraising and development strategies. They manage donor relationships, create fundraising campaigns, and coordinate with staff to achieve financial goals. This role often involves working with nonprofits or educational institutions to secure grants, cultivate major donors, and ensure the sustainability of funding. The Director of Development also analyzes fundraising data and trends to improve future efforts and typically reports to executive leadership.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director of development, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of Development, you need expertise in fundraising strategy, donor relations, and nonprofit management, often supported by a relevant degree and substantial experience in development roles. Familiarity with donor management systems (such as Raiser’s Edge or Salesforce), grant writing, and data analysis tools is typically required. Outstanding communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills help cultivate donor trust and inspire teams. These capabilities are crucial for meeting fundraising goals, sustaining organizational growth, and advancing the nonprofit’s mission.

What are some common challenges faced by a director of development when managing fundraising initiatives?

Directors of Development often face challenges such as balancing short-term fundraising goals with long-term relationship building, motivating and aligning diverse teams, and adapting strategies to shifting donor priorities. They must also ensure effective communication across departments and with external stakeholders. Successfully navigating these challenges requires strong leadership, data-driven decision making, and the ability to inspire both staff and donors toward the organization's mission.

What is the difference between Director Of Development vs Development Manager?

AspectDirector Of DevelopmentDevelopment Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees overall development strategy, manages teams, and aligns projects with organizational goals.Manages specific development projects, coordinates teams, and ensures project delivery.
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, often advanced degrees, and experience in leadership roles.Bachelor's degree in relevant field, experience in project management or development.
Work EnvironmentExecutive-level, strategic planning, often in office settings.Operational, project-focused, collaborative team environment.

The main difference is that the Director Of Development focuses on strategic oversight and leadership, while the Development Manager handles day-to-day project management. Both roles require relevant experience and collaboration, but the director has a broader scope and higher-level responsibilities.

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Business Development Director Consumer Care - Decatur, IL

Decatur, IL • On-site

Archer Daniels Midland
Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

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7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 186 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

75th of 365 rated logistics

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Business Development Director Consumer Care - Decatur, IL
Job Description
Consumer Care Business Development Director for ADM BioSolutions will develop and drive implementation of a category strategy with the goal of increasing ADM's revenue and profit in the Consumer Care industry. Working with a matrix of functional teams the Director will create solutions focused on delivering value for our customers and the company. Focus on customers' ability to reduce costs, improve performance and enhance the sustainability of their end products will be critical. The Director will work with multiple support functions to develop new products, external relationships, and accelerate existing product sales in the market. The Director will also scan the industry for acquisition targets and work internally to drive these opportunities to completion.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of applications for ADM's biobased portfolio and the competitive environment to facilitate development efforts with a focus on Consumer Care.
  • Play a lead role in creating a "where to play and how to win" business strategy.
  • Outline critical capabilities needed to succeed and address the company's gaps.
  • Be a recognized subject matter expert and key point of contact for ADM's BioSolutions portfolio.
  • Assist Sales in prospecting for new customers to drive additional growth. Ideally bring new contacts in the Consumer Care area for the sales team to pursue.
  • Recommend to national and regional accounts value-added solutions, including effective introduction of new products, technologies, and processes to support growth of the Consumer Care segment.
  • Partner with ADM's Marketing, Sales, R&D and Technical Service teams to drive business objectives.
  • Consistently survey new geographies for expansion and growth, evaluate competitor activities, and identify potential partners/acquisition targets to accelerate implementation of the strategy.
  • Network and present at trade shows and other technical venues to increase ADM's profile, build knowledge, and identify new prospects for the segment.
Product Development & Commercialization:
  • Develop business cases supporting R&D efforts to expand ADM's portfolio aligned with company expectations of profit and volume.
  • Partner with functional teams to execute market introduction and initial market/sales development for new products, processes, solutions, and services.
  • Analyze the current global, national, and regional accounts, determine which are most suitable for new product launches.
  • Proactively provide market and competitive intelligence to appropriate Sales, Marketing, Product Management, and Technical Service teams.
  • Champion introductions of new technologies/products to meet business objectives. Navigate complexity of diverse markets to generate value for the customer and company.
Relationships & People:
  • Maintain a productive and effective relationship with all members of the team as well as company affiliates.
  • Ensure close alignment with Marketing Communications and coordination with regards to business plans including campaigns and market development opportunities.
  • Resolve and provide solutions for customer issues in a timely and accurate manner with assistance from other team members.
Desired Behavior, Personal Attributes & Skills Required
  • Consistently focuses on achieving strong results, despite balancing multiple complex demands.
  • Identify areas for improvement and constructively propose solutions that increase value and improve business performance.
  • Proactively helps others and responds to their business needs to build strong working relationships.
  • Seeks opportunities (training, projects, etc.) that develop knowledge and skills to become a stronger contributor.
  • A leader who can work independently but can also influence and motivate matrix team members.
  • Highest integrity with strong leadership skills and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to connect with all levels of the organization and a variety of cultures - both internal and external.
  • Excellent presentation and communication skills, both in creation and execution.
Experience, Knowledge
  • 10+ years in the chemicals and/or biomaterials industries with a focus on Consumer Care customers.
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant scientific, engineering or business discipline, MBA preferred.
  • Understanding of the subsegments in the Consumer Care industry and biobased materials used in these areas.
  • Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills required.
  • Available to travel up to 50%.
  • Experience working in a matrix organization.
  • Fluent in English.

Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
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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. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's 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 www.adm.com.
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Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.
We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law
Benefits and Perks
Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:
  • Physical wellness - medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
  • Financial wellness - flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers' compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
  • Mental and social wellness - Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
Additional benefits include:
  • Paid time off including paid holidays.
  • Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
  • Tuition assistance.
  • Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.
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.
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