Head of Commercial- Flavors- Region: Africa at ADM

Key Responsibilities

Lead the flavors commercial organization across Africa, overseeing a regional leadership team and in-market commercial structures

Define and execute the Africa commercial and growth strategy within ADM's Flavors business

Drive profitable revenue growth and expand market share across the region

Identify and lead strategic growth initiatives, including partnerships, joint ventures, and new market entry models

Strengthen customer engagement across key segments in food ingredients

Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing, regionally distributed leadership team

Strategic Impact

Position Africa as a core growth engine within ADM's Flavors division

Partner cross-functionally to further develop regional infrastructure, including supply chain and manufacturing capabilities

Profile

Senior commercial leader with experience in food ingredients / flavors / B2B food/ beverages sector

Proven track record in driving growth beyond core sales (e.g., partnerships, JVs, market development)

Strong leadership experience managing regional leaders

Ability to operate strategically while staying close to market and customer needs

Excellent stakeholder management skills, with exposure to executive-level interactions

Readiness for a frequent international travel

Fluent in English; French is an advantage

Core Competencies

Building Organizational Talent

Establishing Strategic Direction

Driving Execution & Ownership

Strategic Influence

Compliance Rigor