Lakeside Foods, Inc.
Director of Business Development - Specialty Foods
Lakeside Foods, Inc., Manitowoc, Wisconsin, us, 54221
Director of Business Development - Specialty Foods
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Director of Business Development - Specialty Foods
role at
Lakeside Foods, Inc.
Seniority level:
Director |
Employment type:
Full-time
At Lakeside Foods and our family of companies, we're committed to providing wholesome foods to enrich people’s lives through food. We are a culture that pursues growth and innovation with passion, confidence, and commitment. We value collaborative contribution, transparency, and new ideas to enable change and growth. We are committed to an inclusive and respectful environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
What You’ll Do
Architect Growth Strategy : Own and execute a multi-year business development roadmap aligned with Lakeside’s financial goals.
Drive New Revenue Streams : Lead opportunity identification, evaluation, and negotiation for co-manufacturing and private-label partnerships.
Lead Market Activation : Build and manage a robust commercial pipeline through lead generation, trade engagement, and strategic outreach.
Influence Innovation : Collaborate with Marketing, R&D, Operations, and Finance to shape product development and pricing strategies.
Represent Lakeside : Serve as the face of our Specialty Division at industry forums and executive-level customer events.
Deliver Insights : Monitor market trends and competitor actions to inform strategy and innovation priorities.
Build Relationships : Personally lead outreach and relationship-building with key decision-makers across the U.S.
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced business degree preferred.
10–15 years of progressive commercial leadership in food, CPG, or specialty manufacturing.
Proven success in driving revenue growth exceeding $50 MM annually.
Strong technical acumen in manufacturing economics and value-chain optimization.
Executive-level selling and negotiation skills with high financial and business acumen.
Entrepreneurial mindset with a collaborative leadership style.
Willingness to travel up to 50% domestically.
Benefits
A choice of three quality, affordable healthcare coverage options.
Vision and dental coverage.
Health savings account with employer contribution and flexible spending accounts.
Retirement planning including Profit Sharing and 401(k) match.
Company-provided life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability insurance.
Generous paid time off including vacation, personal days, and holidays.
Work-Life Integration
Wellness programs and fitness reimbursement.
Friendly office environment.
"Dress for your day" dress code.
Work Arrangement This position offers flexibility based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and business needs. While Lakeside Foods is headquartered in Manitowoc, WI, we welcome applicants who prefer to work remotely, on-site, or in a hybrid capacity.
Location Manitowoc, WI (remote and hybrid options available). Travel expectations remain consistent regardless of work location.
Equal Opportunity Employer Lakeside Foods and its family of companies welcomes people of all backgrounds and the varied ideas they bring to the workplace. We recruit, hire, and promote employees based on qualifications and merit, without regard to race, religion, age, gender, disability, marital or veteran status. Lakeside Foods participates in E-Verify.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
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Director of Business Development - Specialty Foods
role at
Lakeside Foods, Inc.
Seniority level:
Director |
Employment type:
Full-time
At Lakeside Foods and our family of companies, we're committed to providing wholesome foods to enrich people’s lives through food. We are a culture that pursues growth and innovation with passion, confidence, and commitment. We value collaborative contribution, transparency, and new ideas to enable change and growth. We are committed to an inclusive and respectful environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
What You’ll Do
Architect Growth Strategy : Own and execute a multi-year business development roadmap aligned with Lakeside’s financial goals.
Drive New Revenue Streams : Lead opportunity identification, evaluation, and negotiation for co-manufacturing and private-label partnerships.
Lead Market Activation : Build and manage a robust commercial pipeline through lead generation, trade engagement, and strategic outreach.
Influence Innovation : Collaborate with Marketing, R&D, Operations, and Finance to shape product development and pricing strategies.
Represent Lakeside : Serve as the face of our Specialty Division at industry forums and executive-level customer events.
Deliver Insights : Monitor market trends and competitor actions to inform strategy and innovation priorities.
Build Relationships : Personally lead outreach and relationship-building with key decision-makers across the U.S.
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced business degree preferred.
10–15 years of progressive commercial leadership in food, CPG, or specialty manufacturing.
Proven success in driving revenue growth exceeding $50 MM annually.
Strong technical acumen in manufacturing economics and value-chain optimization.
Executive-level selling and negotiation skills with high financial and business acumen.
Entrepreneurial mindset with a collaborative leadership style.
Willingness to travel up to 50% domestically.
Benefits
A choice of three quality, affordable healthcare coverage options.
Vision and dental coverage.
Health savings account with employer contribution and flexible spending accounts.
Retirement planning including Profit Sharing and 401(k) match.
Company-provided life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability insurance.
Generous paid time off including vacation, personal days, and holidays.
Work-Life Integration
Wellness programs and fitness reimbursement.
Friendly office environment.
"Dress for your day" dress code.
Work Arrangement This position offers flexibility based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and business needs. While Lakeside Foods is headquartered in Manitowoc, WI, we welcome applicants who prefer to work remotely, on-site, or in a hybrid capacity.
Location Manitowoc, WI (remote and hybrid options available). Travel expectations remain consistent regardless of work location.
Equal Opportunity Employer Lakeside Foods and its family of companies welcomes people of all backgrounds and the varied ideas they bring to the workplace. We recruit, hire, and promote employees based on qualifications and merit, without regard to race, religion, age, gender, disability, marital or veteran status. Lakeside Foods participates in E-Verify.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
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