Director, Government Relations

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: At Barry Callebaut, we are on a journey to transform the cocoa and chocolate industry. As the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, our actions truly shape the future of our industry. We are a business-to-business company, serving the entire food sector, from the cocoa bean to the finest chocolate product. We believe in doing well by doing good and reinvesting in the communities we operate. We have a long-standing commitment to sustainability and our goal is to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future. We are headquartered in Zurich and have more than 12,000 passionate employees working in more than 40 countries worldwide. We are always looking for talented people to help us have a positive impact on our industry and beyond! About the role: Barry Callebaut is a global organization poised for growth; a company that has embraced the vision to delight its customers while out-performing its competitors, committed to sustainability, and focused on being a best-in-class employer. Barry Callebaut seeks diverse and passionate people who thrive in a dynamic environment, focused on continuous learning, living BC’s Values, and of course, loving chocolate. The Director, Government Relations will establish and maintain close working relationships with relevant internal stakeholders in the United States and with our global team and serve as the Barry Callebaut representative for these matters with key national and state trade associations, coalitions, and other partnership organizations. Based in the D.C. area, the Director will actively represent Barry Callebaut in independent and trade association activities in Washington, DC, and throughout the United States. This role provides insight and analysis on federal legislative, policy, and regulatory actions and trends that impact the Company’s ability to manufacture, market, and sell products in the United States. The Director will establish and maintain key relationships in the U.S. House, U.S. Senate, Administration, key federal departments, and with business partners and national trade associations. This position requires a sophisticated understanding of political and legislative strategy and a proven record of political acumen. Key responsibilities include: Represent the public policy interests of Barry Callebaut before Congress, the Administration, and administrative and regulatory bodies. Review, monitor, forecast, and analyze applicable federal legislative and regulatory issues and trends. Consult with appropriate internal departments, business units, and trade associations to help inform and develop strategies to mitigate risks and optimize opportunities. Engage with federal policymakers to advocate for legislation and policies favorable to our Company and industry that align with our policy framework and are consistent with our regulatory strategy and Company values. Maintain a robust federal intelligence gathering network and identify and apprise management of political and legislative opportunities and threats of importance to Barry Callebaut. Create and implement strategic plans for effective government relations engagement with federal public policy makers based on the Company’s business priorities. Prepare briefing notes, memos, position statements, talking points, and other policy communications for Company leadership. Provide high-level strategic advice on Barry Callebaut’s growth strategy, giving, and planning, with a focus on federal and PAC-to-PAC political contributions. Establish and maintain interactions with public officials as well as with other institutions directly and through associations and other organizations on issues of interest to the United States. Liaise with federal and state agencies responsible for trade, commerce, labor, and economic policies. Serve as the principal policy/issue expert on government policies related to food and general business taxes, international trade, labor, and economic policy. Support relationship building with confectionery industry colleagues and, more generally, CPG industry colleagues; as well as general business groups, trade alliances, and third-party tax organizations. Support Barry Callebaut’s global outreach and engagement efforts related to commerce and trade. Establish and maintain relationships and dialogue internally to help inform Barry Callebaut’s strategy and positioning on key issues in the portfolio. About you: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, political science, international affairs. Advanced degree preferred. 7-10 years of experience as legislative staff, department/agency staff or in a trade association or corporate government relations role; CPG industry experience preferred. In-depth knowledge and experience in food manufacturing, trade, tax, commerce, supply chain, privacy, economic and related matters. A confident advocate who can build rapport and engage collaboratively with international, federal, state, and local public officials and staff. Strong public speaking skills and an ability to clearly articulate Barry Callebaut’s position on specific topics. Ability to write well-organized, clear, and compelling policy documents, advocacy pieces, background papers, briefing books, and talking points. Ability to be flexible and adaptable, managing and progressing projects with differing objectives, milestones, and deliverables. Excellent judgment on key sensitive issues, and an ability to provide recommendations on how they are advocated. Ability to keep information confidential. Ability to travel required. What you can expect from Barry Callebaut: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Paid time off, plus 12 paid holidays, plus your birthday off. Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility. An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth. Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate. At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong.

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