Requisition ID: 60546 Position Type: FT Fixed Term Workplace Arrangement: About Kerry
Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated Dairy Business that encompasses a number of divisions spanning from its Agribusiness (Kerry Dairy Farms) through to Dairy & Nutritional Ingredients & its Dairy Consumer Foods Business. With its strong Dairy heritage, world class sustainability credentials, a deep-rooted connection to its 3000 Farmers & milk suppliers, right through to its portfolio of household favourite Brands, Kerry Dairy are one of the World’s Leading Dairy Businesses, with a Revenue in excess of €1.3bn annually. The Dairy Consumer Foods division, is home to a number of the UK & Irelands favourite Dairy & Plant Based Brands (Strings & Things; PURE Dairy-Free; Dairygold, Charleville, Golden Cow, Coleraine, Low Low & Attack a Snak).
On top of this, we are the largest supplier of Private Label Dairy spreads in the UK & supply all major Retailers in the UK, Ireland as well as parts of mainland Europe. About the role
We’re seeking a Senior Strategy Manager to join our team in a newly created role that will be central to defining and driving our ambitious growth agenda. In this position, you’ll work closely with the Head of Strategy to design, shape, and mobilise our long-term business strategy. You’ll play a pivotal role in identifying and pursuing international expansion opportunities, as well as supporting the development and launch of new incubation brands. Another key part of your remit will be to uncover and seize white-space opportunities that will fuel our future growth. This role is for someone who relishes a challenge, can pivot quickly, and is excited by the prospect of contributing to our growth across multiple critical fronts. We’re looking for an individual that can operate at a strategic “30,000-foot” level while also managing executional tasks and seamlessly flexing between the two. Key responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Growth Collaborate with the Head of Strategy on key initiatives, including refreshing our long-term business strategy. Develop aligned sub-strategies, assess growth opportunities (e.g. white space, innovation, tech), and deliver business cases and recommendations. Support evaluations of partnerships, acquisitions, and investments. International Expansion Lead market research to identify and prioritise high-potential international markets. Shape go-to-market strategies, partner with local teams for successful entry, and monitor performance to drive growth and global presence. Incubator Brand Development Drive the expansion of Smug Dairy into the food-to-go category. Deliver marketing plans to boost awareness and trial, explore new channels with GTM teams, and support the development of future incubator brands to sustain innovation. Qualifications and skills
Strategic Agility: A proven ability to think strategically and translate insights into actionable plans.
Ambiguity is Your Friend: You're comfortable with a role that shifts and evolves, thriving on variety and new challenges.
Commercial Acumen: A strong understanding of business drivers, market dynamics, and how to identify profitable growth opportunities.
Analytical Prowess: Excellent research and analytical skills, capable of synthesizing complex information into clear, concise insights.
Further qualifications and skills
Strong collaborator with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders Proactive self-starter, able to manage multiple priorities Clear and persuasive communicator across diverse audiences Background in strategy, business development, brand management, or international expansion is a plus
Please note: We do not accept CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies where Kerry terms of business have not been signed. Additionally, we will not consider or agree to payment of any recruiter fee under these circumstances. This also applies to CVs or candidate profiles sent directly to any Kerry Hiring Managers. Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name. Recruiter:
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