Position: Vice-President, Business Development - Ingredients USA Location: Ideally, this person will be based in Illinois (Chicago), Texas (Houston) or California (Los Angeles)
Status: This position is a member of the US Leadership Team and the Ingredients NA Leadership Team. The
Vice-President, Business Development - Ingredients USA will be a key member of the U.S. leadership team and the Ingredients NA Leadership team, acting as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to senior leaders across North America. This individual will play a central role in driving alignment, unlocking growth opportunities, and supporting the continued evolution of the ingredients business in a highly competitive and dynamic market.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned executive with deep industry expertise, a strong track record in M&A and business development, and the ability to operate at both a strategic and operational level in a high-growth environment.
What would your main responsibilities be as a Vice-President, Business Development - Ingredients: 1. Mergers & Acquisitions - Identify, assess, and prioritize potential M&A targets aligned with Quadra's strategic growth objectives in the US Ingredients sector, reflecting the need for a dedicated senior resource for US-based acquisition initiatives.
- Lead due diligence efforts, including commercial, operational, cultural, and integration assessments.
- Develop business cases and recommendations for executive leadership and Board review.
- Lead post-acquisition integration to ensure seamless onboarding of teams, suppliers, processes, systems, and customer relationships.
- Build strong relationships with the executive team, Ingredients Leadership Team, advisors, and other external stakeholders in the deal ecosystem.
2. Product Portfolio Leadership & Growth- Collaborate closely with the NA Director of Product Marketing and Business Directors across Food, Health & Personal Care, Manufacturing, and other segments to create a robust, competitive US product portfolio.
- Identify white space opportunities, emerging trends, and strategic supplier partnerships.
- Support prioritization of product line development based on US-specific market needs, consistent with the strategic direction of national scaling.
- Champion innovation and ensure alignment between US market requirements and North American product management teams.
3. US Team Development & Talent Strategy- Lead recruitment, selection, and onboarding of key US Ingredients talent.
- Mentor and develop emerging leaders; foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and customer focus.
- Collaborate with HR and internal partners to ensure competitive hiring strategies in key US markets.
4. Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement- Serve as a senior ambassador for Quadra's Ingredients business in the US, representing the company with credibility and industry authority.
- Build strong, trust-based relationships with suppliers, customers, and strategic partners.
- Work closely with North American leadership to ensure alignment on strategy, resourcing, and organizational evolution.
- Provide thought leadership on market trends, competitive dynamics, and strategic risks.
5. P&L Accountability- Contribute directly to driving profitability of the Ingredients P&L.
- Establish performance KPIs, monitor financial progress, and support course correction where required.
- Partner with Finance to ensure accurate forecasting, budgeting, and reporting.
What are the needed qualifications and experience required for this position?: Required- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Science or a related field (MBA strongly preferred).
- 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in the US ingredients industry (Food, Health & Nutrition).
- Demonstrated success in M&A sourcing, deal leadership, operational integration, or corporate development.
- Experience in Ingredients, specialty chemicals, in adjacent B2B distribution sectors strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of U.S. market dynamics, competitive landscape, and regulatory considerations
- Deep network across suppliers, manufacturers, customers, industry consultants, and intermediaries.
- Proven ability to lead and develop teams in a high-growth environment.
- Strong business acumen, including P&L management, strategic planning and track record of scaling operations and entering new markets in the U.S.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.
- Strong change leadership and proven ability to lead through transformation, integration and organizational growth.
- Ability to define and execute long-term growth strategies in a complex, multi-market environment.
- Valid passport and driver's license required.
- Ability to travel across the U.S. (and international), up to approximately 40% of working time, including overnight travel.
Preferred- Executive experience at a distributor, manufacturer, or major supplier in the ingredients sector.
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams across North America.
- Experience working in or leading U.S. market expansion initiatives.
- Demonstrated ability to operate with autonomy, entrepreneurial mindset, and senior-level decisiveness.
- Deep understanding of commercial, operational and cultural diligence with the ability to assess risk, synergies and long-term value creation.
- Strong coaching and mentoring capabilities; ability to develop future leaders.
Evaluation CriteriaCandidates will be assessed on:
Leadership & Influence- Ability to quickly earn credibility with senior executives, Business Directors, suppliers, and the broader organization.
- Depth of industry knowledge and reputation within the US market.
Strategic Capability- Demonstrated track record of building or transforming product portfolios.
- Expertise in evaluating growth opportunities and driving execution.
M&A Skills- End-to-end deal experience (sourcing through integration).
- Ability to manage complexity and lead cross-functional integration teams.
People & Culture- Ability to recruit, manage, and inspire high-performing teams.
- Strong alignment with Quadra's culture, values, and collaborative style.
Financial Accountability- Understanding P&L levers and ability to deliver sustained profitable growth.
At Quadra, we offer not only an engaging culture, a collaborative, family-oriented and supportive environment, but also plenty of autonomy and flexibility. We also offer you the opportunity to be part of a professional, fun, innovative and committed team in a growing, people-oriented,
Great Place to Work® certified organization.
Benefits for choosing Quadra:- Flexible Remote Work & Autonomy: Enjoy the flexibility to work from home and autonomy to manage your key territory!
- Tailored training: We provide personalized training to support you and your growth
- Permanent, full-time position: Join us for a stable, long-term career
- Competitive salary & Performance Incentives: Your hard work is rewarded with attractive compensation and bonuses
- Excellent Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision and more to keep you covered including our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous Time Off: Flexible personal days, sick days and vacation to recharge
- Wellness Programs: Enhance your quality of life with wellness initiatives, including health and mental wellness programs from healthcare leaders
- 401K with match: Plan your future with our matched retirement program
- Car & Tech Perks: We cover your car allowance, mileage, cellphone and internet costs.
- Family-owned and support environment: Be part of a private, family-owned company with a strong infrastructure and core values
- Award-Winning Workplace: Work in a certified Great Place to Work®, WEConnect Women Owned, and Best Managed Company!
- Inclusive Culture: We celebrate diversity and caring for each other and having fun are part of our core values!
- Career Growth: Unlock opportunities for development in a fast pace growing company
- Fun Social Activities: Get involved in company events, Volunteering programs, etc.
- Referral & Recognition Programs: Earn monetary rewards through our referral and employee recognition programs (years of service, merit awards, etc.)
- And Much More!
At Quadra, we are committed to offering a competitive and motivating compensation package that recognizes your expertise and supports your professional growth.
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