Ingredion Incorporated

Director, Commercial Platforms & Customer Capabilities

Ingredion Incorporated$181K — $241K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
  • Significant leadership experience in B2B commercial platforms or CRM within a global organization.
  • Proven track record in shaping multi-year product or platform strategies and governance.
  • Strong product management skills in translating business needs into actionable outcomes.
  • Experience in leading teams and influencing senior stakeholders across various functions and regions.
  • Familiarity with Salesforce, customer platforms, and automation technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Define and implement the multi-year vision for the commercial platform portfolio.
  • Establish product management practices focusing on measurable business value.
  • Guide global business strategy for CRM and commercial platforms, enhancing customer workflows.
  • Translate customer experience priorities into scalable knowledge and automation capabilities.
  • Oversee portfolio investment and delivery, balancing global and regional needs.
  • Inspire and develop a high-performing multidisciplinary team and foster cross-functional relationships.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive wellbeing support for physical, mental, and emotional health.
  • Flexible work arrangements to balance professional and personal needs.
  • Career growth opportunities through learning and development.
  • Recognition culture with real-time appreciation and personalized rewards.
Full Job Description
LOCATION: Bridgewater (preferred) or Westchester

REPORTS TO: Sr Director Commercial Capabilities Development, Customer Experience & Solution Selling

DIRECT REPORTS: 6

Shape how Ingredion connects commercial strategy, customer needs and technology at global scale. As Director, Commercial Platforms & Customer Capabilities, you will set the vision for our commercial platform portfolio and turn business priorities into connected, intuitive solutions that help teams serve customers and accelerate growth.

You will lead a global team and partner with senior stakeholders across Commercial, Customer Experience, Sales Operations, Marketing, Customer Service, Innovation, Supply Chain, regional businesses and Digital Technology Solutions (IT).

What you will do
• Shape commercial capability strategy - Define the multi-year vision, roadmap for Ingredion's commercial platform portfolio, translating enterprise priorities into scalable capabilities, operating requirements, investment cases and a sequenced plan for growth.
• Product management and portfolio governance - Establish disciplined product and portfolio practices that focus on measurable business value, including clear product vision, discovery, roadmaps, requirements, release planning, lifecycle decisions and defined ownership.
• Advance CRM and customer platforms - Guide the global business strategy and governance for CRM and commercial platforms, creating consistency and greater value across customer, sales and service workflows.
• Scale knowledge, AI and automation - Translate priorities from Customer Experience and business priorities into scalable knowledge, self-service, transactional, service and automation capabilities, enterprise knowledge that simplify work, improve decisions and enhance the customer experience.
• Orchestrate portfolio investment and delivery - Lead transparent prioritization, funding recommendations and portfolio trade-offs, resolving cross-product dependencies and balancing global standards with justified regional needs.

Develop a high-performing team and strong partnerships - Inspire, coach and grow a global multidisciplinary team across platform management, product ownership, business analysis and knowledge,. while building the cross-functional relationships needed to move priorities from strategy to delivery.
What you will bring
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience; an MBA or advanced degree is an advantage.
• Significant leadership experience in B2B commercial platforms, CRM, digital product management or commercial transformation within a global, matrixed organisation.
• A track record of shaping multi-year product or platform strategies, investment cases, governance and portfolio decisions.
• Strong product-management skills and the ability to translate business needs into clear workflows, roadmaps, requirements and outcomes.
• Experience leading teams and influencing senior stakeholders across functions, regions and technology partners.
• Working knowledge of Salesforce ecosystems, customer and service platforms, enterprise knowledge, generative AI, intelligent search or automation.

Who you are
• Commercially minded - You connect technology choices to customer value and business growth.
• Enterprise-focused - You create clarity, alignment and shared ownership across a complex organisation, pro-actively engaging with stakeholder across different functions and regions.
• People-centred - You set direction, develop talent and build an inclusive, high-performing team.
• Decisive and structured - You bring discipline to priorities, investment, risk and delivery.
• Curious and responsible about AI - You balance innovation with trusted data, governance, human judgement and measurable value.

At Ingredion, you can shape global capabilities with visible business impact while growing your career alongside talented, caring colleagues. We offer:
  • Competitive rewards - Salary and performance-based pay that recognise your contribution.
  • Comprehensive wellbeing support - Health, long-term savings and resources for physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.
  • Flexibility - Work arrangements designed to support professional and personal needs.
  • Career growth - Learning, development and opportunities to build a rewarding global career.
  • Recognition - A culture of real-time appreciation and personalised rewards.


Relocation Available:
Yes, Within Country

Pay Range:
$181,400.00-$241,866.67 Annual

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation:

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.

About Ingredion Incorporated

Ingredion Incorporated is a global ingredient solutions provider to the food, beverage, brewing and pharmaceutical industries as well as numerous industrial sectors. We are committed to supplying our customers with quality, innovative ingredient solutions that are on trend and in demand. Headquartered in the Chicago suburb of Westchester, Illinois, we turn corn, tapioca, wheat, potatoes and other raw materials into a myriad of ingredients. With more than 11,000 employees around the world, we serve customers in more than 60 diverse markets in over 100 countries. In 2013, our net sales reached $6.3 billion.

Ingredion Incorporated Careers

Join the Ingredion Incorporated team today and be part of a thriving company that prides itself on innovation, leadership, and diversity in the food ingredient industry. As a global leader, Ingredion offers unparalleled job opportunities that encourage professional growth and development in an inclusive culture. Work You’ll Do At Ingredion, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry, working together to solve complex challenges and make a real impact in the world. Our team is dedicated to excellence and pushing the boundaries of what is possible through innovation and leadership. Ingredion is not just a company; it's a community where you can grow your career and hone your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment. Whether you are looking for a full-time position or an internship, Ingredion provides a platform to enhance your professional journey and lead you towards achieving your career goals. Ingredion Incorporated Professional Growth and Opportunities We are committed to fostering a culture of growth and learning. Ingredion offers a variety of training and development programs, including leadership development, diversity training, and skills enhancement workshops, to ensure our team members are equipped for success. Our employees enjoy competitive benefits, a collaborative team environment, and a culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. With a focus on career development, Ingredion encourages networking and mentorship among team members to enhance professional relationships and support career advancement. Innovative Work Environment Ingredion is dedicated to innovation and excellence. Our team members are encouraged to think creatively and bring new ideas to the table, driving the company forward in the competitive market. By joining Ingredion, you become part of a company that values your unique skills and perspectives. Join Our Team Explore the various job opportunities at Ingredion Incorporated and find the position that best matches your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring talented individuals who are passionate, curious, and driven to excel in their careers. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest career tips, company news, and industry insights by following our careers blog. Personalize your experience by subscribing to job alert emails tailored to your preferences, and stay informed about new and exciting opportunities within Ingredion. Ingredion Incorporated is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can pursue your passions, engage in meaningful work, and contribute to a company that values innovation, leadership, and diversity. Join us in our mission to bring the best to industries globally and see where your career can take you! SEARCH INGREDION JOBS READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Customize your alerts to receive updates on job openings, company news, and professional tips directly in your inbox. Discover the rewarding career opportunities that await at Ingredion Incorporated.
Learn more about Ingredion Incorporated
Size
12,000 employees
Market Cap
$6.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$348 million
Founded
1906
5 Year Trend
+3.9%
Revenue
$5.9 billion
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