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Conagra Brands

Senior Director, Global Markets Base Business

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Hybrid
Chicago, IL, USA
153K-236K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Chicago, IL, USA
153K-236K Annually
Senior level
The Senior Director will grow Conagra's business across markets, oversee P&L, lead teams, define commercial strategies, and enhance global partnerships.
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There is flexibility on location within the US but ask that you are within one hour of a major airport.  

Reporting to a Vice President & General Manager, you will be responsible for profitably growing Conagra’s existing business in existing markets across more than 50 brands in 60+ countries. You will identify growth opportunities, design and execute commercial strategies, and lead cross‑functional teams to accelerate performance in established Global Market geographies. You will oversee full P&L management, drive organizational alignment, strengthen global partnerships, and execute multiyear growth plans that support sustainable long‑term value creation.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities

  • Deliver sustained profitable growth of existing business in existing markets.

  • Define and map growth opportunities, and develop and execute commercial plans tailored to diverse global markets.

  • Lead cross‑functional teams, ensuring alignment to vision, strategies, and P&L deliverables.

  • Oversee P&L stewardship including Trade, A&P, SG&A, and resourcing decisions.

  • Execute a multiyear acceleration plan including G2N, A&P, and SG&A investments.

  • Build and nurture global partnerships that unlock growth.

  • Monitor and report on growth KPIs including awareness, distribution, trial, market share, net sales, GP$, and GM% to senior leadership.

  • Champion and customize global playbooks and best practices across markets.

  • Provide strategic updates, governance, and thought leadership to executive stakeholders.

  • Ensure timely and successful product launches consistent with company standards.

  • Travel 25%.

Ingredients Required for Your Success

  • Bachelor’s degree required.

  • 10+ years of consumer packaged goods experience leading international markets; food experience preferred.

  • Demonstrated experience leading cross‑functional teams and managing global markets.

  • Skill in designing and executing commercial strategies across diverse geographies.

  • Advanced negotiation, risk management, and executive decision‑making skills.

  • Strong organizational capability, critical thinking, and a results‑oriented mindset.

  • Experience with strategic planning, disciplined execution, and P&L management.

  • Effective communication and team leadership skills.

  • Proficiency with project management tools, market analysis, and product development processes.

  • Growth mindset, ambition, and cultural intelligence.

  • Capacity to influence, drive alignment, and deliver operational excellence.

  • Commercial orientation with experience working with distributors and global sales partners.

  • High personal accountability and follow‑through; leads by example.

  • Team‑oriented culture builder with focus on accountability.

  • Familiarity with and advocacy for the IBP (S&OP) process.

  • Focus on HHP+ growth and profitable net sales.

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Compensation 

Pay Range:$153,000-$236,000

The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees’ equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.

Anticipated Close Date 

June 22, 2026

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

  • Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement

  • Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan

  • Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement

  • Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities

Our Company

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.

Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.

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Conagra Brands Chicago, Illinois, USA Office

222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago, IL, United States, 60654

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