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The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.SummaryThe Director of Global Product Marketing (foodservice channel), based in Boise, Idaho, leads the strategic direction and execution of Simplot's global potato portfolio, with responsibility for building a healthy, profitable portfolio and developing the long-term global innovation pipeline.As both a strategic marketing leader and functional expert, this role drives growth through clear portfolio strategy, prioritized new product innovation (NPI), disciplined portfolio management, including effective tail management, and strong commercial execution across regions.This role leads a team of product managers, serves on the Global Foodservice Marketing Leadership Team, and requires regional and international travel to support global alignment, customer engagement, and market development.Key ResponsibilitiesGlobal Potato Portfolio Strategy & ManagementLead global potato portfolio strategy and execution, while providing strategic oversight for global avocado and regional vegetable portfolios, to drive profitable growth and strengthen the Simplot brand globally.Own the Portfolio Management Review (PMR) process, ensuring clear prioritization and decision-making across regions.Align global strategy with regional needs, enabling customer-relevant solutions that support growth in local markets.2. Team Leadership Act as a senior marketing leader, shaping strategy, strengthening the Simplot brand, and elevating global marketing capability.Lead and develop a team of product managers.Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and strong customer and commercial focus.Contribute to company-wide strategy as a member of the Global Foodservice Marketing Leadership Team3. Innovation Pipeline Leadership & Commercialization ExcellenceDefine and prioritize the global NPI roadmap, focusing on the highest-value opportunities for Simplot and its customers.Drive excellence in commercialization to ensure adoption, customer relevance, and profitable growth.Partner cross-functionally to deliver innovation efficiently from concept to market, supporting both brand growth and customer success.4. Tail Management & Portfolio DisciplineEnforce disciplined tail management to improve efficiency, profitability, and portfolio clarity.5. Global Cross-Functional LeadershipPartner across Sales, R&D, Operations, Finance, Q&A, and Regional Marketing to drive alignment and execution.Provide clear portfolio direction that enables commercial teams to better support customer growth.6. Performance & InsightsDefine and track KPIs for portfolio health, innovation success, brand growth, and category performance.Use data and insights to continuously optimize portfolio, innovation, and market impact.Typical EducationBachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field required.Relevant Experience10+ years of experience in product marketing, category management, or portfolio strategy, ideally within foodservice.Proven track record of leading global or multi-region portfolios.Demonstrated success building and executing innovation pipelines and NPI strategies.Experience leading and developing high-performing teams in complex, matrixed organizations.Other InformationStrong strategic and portfolio management capabilityDeep understanding of innovation processes and commercializationProven leadership with the ability to influence and align cross-functional teams across a global organizationExcellent communication skills, with the ability to translate strategy into clear, actionable directionStrong analytical and decision-making capabilitiesAbility to drive alignment, clarity, and execution across global and regional teamsJob Requisition ID:26433Travel Required:Up to 25%Location(s):Simplot Headquarters - BoiseCountry:United States**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see theWashington State Attorney General's Washington Fair Chance Act GuideandRCW 49.94.010 for more information.**