About Kerry Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment. About the role The Plant Leader is an empowered leader responsible for driving performance across all dimensions of plant operations—Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, and Sustainability. This role supports Kerry’s business growth agenda by building team capability, fostering continuous improvement, and ensuring operational excellence. The Plant Lead serves as the key liaison between manufacturing and commercial teams to align strategy and execution. Key responsibilities Operational Leadership Full accountability for all activities within the plant. Lead the site to meet or exceed targets in Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, and Sustainability. Drive productivity, asset management, and performance optimization. Ensure flawless execution of FSQ & HSE standards across all operations. Strategic Execution Develop and implement a Plant Strategy aligned with global and regional manufacturing goals. Embed a continuous improvement (CI) mindset and deploy I Kerry Plant initiatives. Build and maintain strong community relationships and uphold Kerry’s values. Team Development Foster a culture of leadership, simplification, and career development. Build functional capabilities across the site to support long-term growth. Champion organizational health and employee engagement. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Commercial teams to understand strategic impacts and provide feedback on manufacturing implications. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure seamless operations. Qualifications and skills Proven experience in plant leadership or senior manufacturing roles. Strong understanding of FSQ, HSE, and CI methodologies. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive strategic initiatives. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Leadership Competencies Drives Results Consistently achieves goals under pressure. Instills Trust Builds confidence through integrity and authenticity. Strategic Mindset Anticipates future trends and translates them into actionable strategies. Builds Effective Teams Creates inclusive, high-performing teams. Drives Vision & Purpose Inspires others with a compelling vision. The pay range for this position is $108,378 - $188,365 in Annual Salary. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition, this position is also eligible to earn a performance-based incentive compensation. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on 12/31/2025. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Kerry is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, military service, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This commitment applies to all employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, training, and career development. Kerry also takes affirmative action to ensure that minorities, women, disabled veterans, and other protected groups are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities. Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us deliver better food for a better world.