Senior Manager, International Government Relations

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.

Job Purpose and Impact

We are growing our U.S. Government Relations team and seeking a Senior Manager to support our international policy advocacy efforts. This role will manage a diverse and evolving portfolio of policy issues, support our Director team, and offer the opportunity to work at the intersection of food, agriculture, and innovation.

We are seeking a Senior Manager to support the company on complex policy issues, with a focus on (but not limited to) trade, sustainability, human rights, and international policy related to Latin America, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

The Senior Manager will work with foreign and domestic government officials, relevant agencies, Congress, trade associations, industry coalitions, and others. In this role, you will help shape public policy that supports Cargill’s business goals and values while building trusted relationships across the federal and international landscape.

Key Accountabilities

Support Directors on cross-cutting issues such as trade, transportation, sustainability and deforestation, human rights, and food policy.

Organize and participate in meetings, forums, and events with government officials to share insights and advance Cargill’s policy priorities.

Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and provide strategic counsel to internal stakeholders.

Attend coalitions and trade association meetings to ensure our interests are reflected in policy discussions.

Develop internal resources and programs to raise awareness of government actions and their impact on the business.

Write executive briefings, policy memos, and manage newsletters to support internal and external stakeholder engagement.

Handle complex issues independently, escalating only the most complex issues as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience

Minimum four years of related work experience

Experience working on international policy issues across multiple regions (e.g., Latin America, Asia Pacific, EMEA)

Ability to support senior leaders and collaborate across diverse teams

Understanding of global trade, sustainability, and human rights frameworks

Ability to synthesize complex policy developments into actionable insights for business leaders

Preferred Qualifications

Experience on Capitol Hill or trade association

Strong understanding of food, agricultural, or supply-chain policy

External Application Information

The expected base salary for this position is approximately $115,000 to $150,000. Compensation varies depending on factors including location, certifications, education, and level of experience. This position is eligible for a discretionary incentive award. The incentive award amount is dependent upon company performance and your personal performance.

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. Visit Cargill Health & Wellness
to learn more (subject to certain collective bargaining agreements for Union positions).

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.

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