Cargill
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Corporate Strategy Associate 2027

Pay
$145,000 – $165,000 per year
Location
Wayzata, MN · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Mid-level
Experience
4+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Listed
7 days ago

Skills & highlights for this role

  • strategy development
  • financial modeling
  • corporate finance
  • analytical problem-solving
  • communication and presentation
  • stakeholder management
  • project and workstream management

Also useful

  • 2-3+ years experience in strategy or consulting

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  • Title: Corporate Strategy Associate 2027
  • Job Requisition ID: 336392
  • Location: Wayzata, Minnesota, US United States, 55391
  • Category: STRATEGY & CORPORATE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

About the role

Cargill’s size and scale allows us to make a positive impact in the world. Our purpose is to nourish the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way. We are a family company providing food, ingredients, agricultural solutions and industrial products that are vital for living. We connect farmers with markets so they can prosper. We connect customers with ingredients so they can make meals people love.

And we connect families with daily essentials — from eggs to edible oils, salt to skincare, feed to alternative fuel. Our 160,000 colleagues, operating in 70 countries, make essential products that touch billions of lives each day. Join us and reach your higher purpose at Cargill.

Position Application

To be considered for employment, candidates must apply online and complete the entire application. Complete applications are required prior to participating in an interview process.

Corporate Strategy Associate

Cargill is committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. Sitting at the heart of the supply chain, we partner with farmers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living.

Our 155,000 team members innovate with purpose, providing customers with life’s essentials so businesses can grow, communities prosper, and consumers live well. With over 160 years of experience as a family company, we look ahead while remaining true to our values. We put people first. We reach higher. We do the right thing—today and for generations to come.

Job Purpose and Impact

As a Corporate Strategy Associate at Cargill, you will be an integral part of the Corporate Strategy team, working with senior leadership to develop world class actionable strategy and execute transformative initiatives for various businesses of Cargill. In this role, you will require a blend of problem-solving and thought leadership, communication and stakeholder management, and project and workstream management skills.

Key Accountabilities

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and strategically. Structure complex business problems, conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis, generate and synthesize findings, and recommend solutions.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely to senior leaders.
  • Develop trust-based relationships with stakeholders from different businesses, including senior executives, commercial teams, and functional teams.
  • Independently lead project workstreams, ensuring timely delivery of milestones and high-quality outputs.
  • Coach and mentor junior colleagues, fostering their professional development and ensuring productive team dynamics.

Compensation

The expected salary for this position is $145,000 - $165,000.

At Cargill we put people first. As part of your overall rewards, we offer a comprehensive benefit program including medical and/or other benefits dependent on the position offered and hours worked.

Job Locations: This position is based in Wayzata, MN

Required Qualifications

  • Right to work in the U.S. that is not based solely on possession of a student visa or a visa sponsored by a third-party employer
  • Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier university, with academic excellence or equivalent experience
  • Pursuing an MBA or relevant Master’s degree with anticipated graduation date in May 2027

Experience in strategy development across growth and transformation topics:

  • Strong knowledge of financial modeling and corporate finance
  • Minimum of four years of related work experience
  • Ability to work onsite 4 days a week in Wayzata, MN

Preferred Qualifications

  • 2-3+ years experience in top-tier consulting firms and strong performance track-record
  • Experience in the agricultural, food, or commodities sectors is a plus
  • Ability to travel, potentially up to 20% (depending on project needs)
  • Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.
  • Nearest Major Market: Minneapolis
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