Dairy Management Inc.

Compensation

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The New England Dairy Promotion Board (NEDPB) is a not-for-profit marketing and promotion company. NEDPB is the local affiliate of the American Dairy Association and Dairy Management, Inc., based in Chicago, IL. On behalf of the New England and U.S. dairy farmers, our purpose is to drive increased sales and demand for dairy products and ingredients. We work proactively and in partnership with leaders and innovators to apply knowledge that leverages opportunities to increase dairy volume. NEDPB seeks a results-oriented, innovative leader to represent and direct the organization as its Chief Executive Officer in interactions with a wide variety of professional partners, dairy farmers, allied organizations, task forces, committees, and the general public. This general management position, which reports to the Board of Directors, requires strong analytical, critical thinking, and decision-making skills. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to engage and motivate people both inside and outside of the company. The CEO must be able to provide strategic leadership, direction, inspiration and support by working with the Board of Directors and other senior management to establish long-range goals, strategies, plans, and policies. Experience working in agriculture and/or the food value chain are a plus. The CEO role follows a hybrid work model and requires on-site presence in the Boston office 1-2 days per week to ensure effective engagement, collaboration, and organizational visibility. Minimum Qualifications and Desired Capabilities Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university; master’s degree preferred. Minimum 7 years’ experience in marketing, sales, economics, and/or dairy promotion, with 5+ years of supervisory experience. Superior operating skills; financial acumen; the ability to manage risk; and the means to formulate a plan of action and execute it swiftly and decisively. Able to handle complexity. Commitment to ethical conduct Exceptional business and team leadership; able to instill a culture of operational excellence. We regret it is not possible to communicate with candidates except those who most closely match our requirements. Thank you. New England Dairy Promotion Board is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We know that in order to deliver our mission of championing New England dairy farm families and the nutritious foods they produce, we need the best people. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports work-life balance and overall well-being. Our benefits program also includes access to medical and dental plans, along with participation in a 401(k) savings plan.