Perdue Farms

Title: Research and Development Value Creation Manager Location: Salisbury United States Job Description: Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we're committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue. Summary Drive innovation, profitability, and operational excellence across a dynamic food production network. As the Research and Development Value Creation Manager, you will lead the development and commercialization of new products while optimizing existing processes to maximize yield, reduce waste, and enhance overall performance. Serving as a critical link between Research and Development and Operations, you will implement technical solutions that support consumer expectations, operational efficiency, and long-term business growth while partnering closely with cross-functional teams, manufacturing facilities, and co manufacturers to execute value creation strategies and deliver scalable, high impact results. As a technical authority within assigned facilities, you will drive continuous improvement and influence key process and product decisions across the organization. This role is ideal for a strategic, results driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at problem solving and collaboration, and is passionate about transforming ideas into measurable business value. Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities - Lead the scale-up of new products with a specific focus on "designed-in" profitability. - Establish test designs that validate both product quality and process efficiency. - Identify and execute process improvement opportunities, new technologies, and cost-reduction initiatives to enhance the bottom line of Prepared & Harvest operations. - Troubleshoot production hurdles that impact yield or efficiency. - Collect and analyze data to implement sustainable solutions that prevent value leakage. - Ensure plants adhere to optimized specifications and processes. - Serve as the key resource for maintaining technical specs that balance manufacturing ease with product integrity. - Coordinate with R&D, QA, Operations, and CI to resolve complex quality and manufacturing issues. - Act as a technical liaison for capital projects to ensure new equipment supports value creation goals. - Manage multiple product/process development projects from concept to plant floor. - Document results, track project costs, and recommend next steps based on technical and financial viability. - Collaborate with Regulatory and FSQA to ensure all value-engineered changes (such as ingredient substitutions or process shifts) comply with safety and labeling standards. - Partner with Procurement to qualify and approve alternate raw materials and ingredients that offer cost advantages while maintaining performance. Minimum Education and Experience - Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Food Science, Meat Science, Chemical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering - 7+ years of related experience. - Ability to see where technical adjustments can lead to significant financial gains. - Proven track record of successful product scale-up and process development in a high-volume food manufacturing environment. - Strong mastery of SPC, process capability assessments, and data-driven problem solving. - Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams. - Deep understanding of meat science and the variables that impact yield and throughput. - Strong communication skills to translate technical "wins" into business value for stakeholders. Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors - Position is remote with 50-75% of travel to production facilities and pilot plants. - Must be comfortable working in diverse manufacturing environments hot, cold and wet. #LI-AR2 Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Title: Regional Sales Manager (East) Location: Philadelphia, PA, US, 19102 Req ID: 79794 Job Function: Sales & Marketing Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue. Summary Drive profitable growth and strengthen market presence across valued East retail customers. As a Regional Sales Manager, you will lead sales and merchandising strategies across multiple categories, expanding distribution, optimizing assortment, and increasing market share across fresh and frozen ready-to-cook, ready to eat, deli, and prepared offerings while serving as the primary point of contact for assigned customers and building strong trust-based relationships. You will partner closely with internal teams to identify growth opportunities, influence customer strategy, and execute initiatives that deliver results aligned with business goals and core values. This role is ideal for a strategic, customer focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at relationship building, and is passionate about driving measurable results and long-term business growth. Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities - Develop and implement Regional Sales plan to include all categories across customers. - Attain all budgeted product line volumes, pricing, mix, margin, and share objectives. Prepare and present annual joint business plans, line reviews, innovation sell-ins, and category reviews. - Maintain consistent communications and standing meetings with customer teams to ensure strategic alignment. - Monitor daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and YTD customer performance metrics, identifying risks and opportunities and adjusting plans accordingly. - Implement and champion procedures to continuously improve the accuracy of the Demand Plan forecast, collaborating closely with Supply Chain, Operations, and Customer Service to optimize customer satisfaction and business results. - Manage all customer trade spend and customer programs. - Utilize the TPM system to plan, track, and evaluate promotional effectiveness and ROI. - Lead customer negotiations related to pricing, trade spend, distribution, promotions, and contract terms while protecting company margin objectives. - Partner cross functionally to develop customer-specific assortment strategies, shelf sets, planograms, and merchandising solutions aligned to natural and fresh retail formats. - Serve as the proactive voice of the customer internally as you work cross-functionally, translating retailer strategies and shopper insights into actionable business plans that utilize your knowledge and understanding of each retailer’s goals and objectives. - Travel regularly to customer locations (HQ, stores) to ensure industry leading customer service. - Participate in leadership roles on special projects and cross-functional teams; continuously improve skills through training, classes, and seminars as outlined in the development plan. - Ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and company standards related to food safety, labeling, animal welfare, and sustainability. Minimum Education and Experience - Bachelor’s Degree in the areas of Sales, Marketing, or Business Administration. - 3-5 years related work experience (CPG industries and/or Meat/Poultry). - Direct or relevant experience/familiarity with Eastern Region retailers. - Must possess strong communication, analytical and planning skills. - Proficiency using Microsoft applications. - Experience and competence with data driven selling, utilizing syndicated data (i.e. Circana/ Nielsen), and customer specific data insights. - Proven ability to manage trade spend, pricing strategy, and margin performance in highly competitive categories. Preferred Education and Experience - Experience working with premium brands and premium proteins (natural, organic, antibiotic-free, animal welfare–driven). - Management experience in the food or food sales areas. - Experience selling fresh chicken, meat, or value-added protein products, including short-shelf-life or fresh supply chains. - Knowledge of food safety, quality assurance, USDA regulations, and customer-specific protein standards. - MBA or advanced business coursework. Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors - Position is remotely home-office based, preferably with close proximity to an airport, with anticipated travel 50% of the time and with flexibility. - Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings. - May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another. Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Title: Process Engineer Location: East Coast United States Job Description: Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we're committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue. Summary The Process Engineer will specify and commercialize processes required to launch new products, enhance product quality, reduce cost, and increase plant efficiency working closely with Product Development and cross-functional partners. The Process Engineer facilitates technology transfer from pilot plant to manufacturing by developing experimental test plans for feasibility, pilot plant & plant trial runs, and production validation. Supports one or more projects of moderate complexity and technical risk with little to no assistance. Effectively communicates at multiple levels within the organization and works well on cross-functional teams. This position is structured as a remote role for individuals residing on the East Coast. The role also requires travel up to 75% of the time, which may include visits to other company facilities, customer or vendor locations, training sessions, meetings, and industry events. The salary range for this position is $78,000 - $116,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance). In addition to the base salary, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off. Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities - Lead moderately complex R&D projects and support complex projects with some supervision. Conduct feasibility studies and implement new/improved products/processes. - Drive the development of innovative processes/technologies and commercialization of new business initiatives. Develop innovative approaches for testing and problem resolution. - Provide process engineering knowledge to implement effective technology transfer. Commission / validate & start-up of new processes/equipment. - Troubleshoot the root cause of production problems and implement effective solutions. Perform a robust situation assessment, document manufacturing methods, and procedures. - Analyze and trend data to ensure that manufacturing systems will reliably deliver high quality product as designed within specification and cost. Document test results & conclusions, process parameters, critical control points and specifications. - Review engineering drawings, process sequence descriptions and capital projects from process perspective. - Integrate process expertise & knowledge into product development process. Build cohesive relationship with Product Development, Marketing, FSQA, Engineering, Supply Chain and Operations during the commercialization process. - Promotes Safety, regulatory, GMP requirements in lab, Pilot Plant, and manufacturing facilities. Minimum Education and Experience - Bachelors or Masters degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Food Engineering, or Food/Meat Science. - 3 or more years of related experience. - Understanding of Process/Product Development process from idea generation, bench top, scale up, to commercialization. - Understanding of Food Manufacturing processes required to convert raw materials to finished products, including product formulation, regulatory labeling, and food safety. - Strong critical thinking, analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills. - Clear verbal and written communication skills including presentations/product reviews. - Ability to work independently or as part of a cross-functional team. - Ability to effectively communicate with and influence. Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors - Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings. - May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another. - May need to access files, supplies, and equipment. When in a plant environment: - Exposure primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and plastic grating surfaces. - May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity. - May handle products from 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. - May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db to 110 db. - May be exposed to all chemicals used in poultry, food, and processing facility. - Must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company. #LI-AR2 Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Title: Recruiter Location: Atlanta, NC, US, 30301 Workplace: Salaried Department: Human Resources Job Description: Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue. Drive exceptional hiring and talent delivery as a Recruiter on our Talent Acquisition team. You will own full‑life‑cycle recruiting, sourcing, interviewing, and closing top talent while building strong partnerships with hiring managers and stakeholders to meet hiring goals in a fast‑paced, metrics‑driven environment. This remote role requires East Coast-based candidates preferably DELMARVA region (Delaware, Maryland and Virginia) and may include up to 10% travel. Ideal for a proactive, relationship-driven recruiter who excels at prioritizing workload, delivering results, and elevating candidate and hiring manager experience. Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities - Manage full life cycle recruiting to support hourly, non-exempt positions for specialized and skilled functions throughout the organization including but not limited to, Maintenance and Reliability, Wastewater, Production Support, Wellness, Human Resources, etc. - Create requisitions, sourcing, resume review, candidate pre-screening, managing logistics of hiring team interviews, offer creation/extension and pre-employment tasks for candidates. - Create search strategies to identify and attract the highest caliber of talent. - Utilize various sourcing tools to identify and connect with potential candidates on job boards, professional networks, social media, Boolean search, etc. - Work across the organization with key stakeholders such as Hiring Managers, Human Resources, Compensation, Learning and Development and the Business to ensure superior client and candidate experience. - Maintain a high level of data integrity within our candidate database (Applicant Tracking System) and reporting. - Assist with the development and execution of specialized and skilled trades recruitment programs (campus, military base, etc.). - Achieve measurable results that demonstrate improvement in hiring ration, i.e. applicants vs. hires, and ensure all required paperwork and documents are completed including application, references, background checks, etc. in accordance with OFCCP standards. - Stay current on market trends, diversity recruiting, and utilize data to perform analyses to identify current and future talent needs. - Participate in career fairs, networking events, and campus recruiting activities. - Promote Perdue’s employer brand online and offline. - Support the Talent Acquisition leaders in strategic hiring initiatives as needed. Minimum Education and Experience - Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, related field of study or equivalent work. - 3-5 years of professional level recruiting for non-exempt and/or exempt level employees. - Exposure to HR databases, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Candidate Management Systems. - Comfortability with sourcing passive candidates and utilizing various sourcing tools (Indeed, LinkedIn, etc.). - Exposure to AAP requirements as it applies to the recruitment, interviewing selection process. - Strong knowledge of recruitment best practices and sourcing strategies. - Ability to multi-task and organize multiple protocols and projects with competing demands on schedule. - Strong analytical skills, ability to analyze and resolve problems at a functional level. - Exceptional communication skills to effectively communicate to various levels of the organization to provide excellent customer service. - Knowledge of and commitment to team performance. - Ability to positively represent Perdue and our career opportunities to potential candidates. Preferred Education and Experience - Non-exempt recruiting for a variety of specialized or skill trades functions (Maintenance and Reliability/Skilled Trades, Wastewater, Production Support, Wellness, Human Resources, etc.) or familiarity with skill sets associated with these business functions. - Manufacturing/industrial recruiting. Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors - Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings. - May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another. - May need to access files, supplies and equipment. - Work activity is in an office, open-partitioned, cubicle environment. Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Title: Recruiter Location: Charlotte, NC, US, 28201 Workplace: Salaried Department: Human Resources Job Description: Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue. Drive exceptional hiring and talent delivery as a Recruiter on our Talent Acquisition team. You will own full‑life‑cycle recruiting, sourcing, interviewing, and closing top talent while building strong partnerships with hiring managers and stakeholders to meet hiring goals in a fast‑paced, metrics‑driven environment. This remote role requires East Coast-based candidates preferably DELMARVA region (Delaware, Maryland and Virginia) and may include up to 10% travel. Ideal for a proactive, relationship-driven recruiter who excels at prioritizing workload, delivering results, and elevating candidate and hiring manager experience. Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities - Manage full life cycle recruiting to support hourly, non-exempt positions for specialized and skilled functions throughout the organization including but not limited to, Maintenance and Reliability, Wastewater, Production Support, Wellness, Human Resources, etc. - Create requisitions, sourcing, resume review, candidate pre-screening, managing logistics of hiring team interviews, offer creation/extension and pre-employment tasks for candidates. - Create search strategies to identify and attract the highest caliber of talent. - Utilize various sourcing tools to identify and connect with potential candidates on job boards, professional networks, social media, Boolean search, etc. - Work across the organization with key stakeholders such as Hiring Managers, Human Resources, Compensation, Learning and Development and the Business to ensure superior client and candidate experience. - Maintain a high level of data integrity within our candidate database (Applicant Tracking System) and reporting. - Assist with the development and execution of specialized and skilled trades recruitment programs (campus, military base, etc.). - Achieve measurable results that demonstrate improvement in hiring ration, i.e. applicants vs. hires, and ensure all required paperwork and documents are completed including application, references, background checks, etc. in accordance with OFCCP standards. - Stay current on market trends, diversity recruiting, and utilize data to perform analyses to identify current and future talent needs. - Participate in career fairs, networking events, and campus recruiting activities. - Promote Perdue’s employer brand online and offline. - Support the Talent Acquisition leaders in strategic hiring initiatives as needed. Minimum Education and Experience - Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, related field of study or equivalent work. - 3-5 years of professional level recruiting for non-exempt and/or exempt level employees. - Exposure to HR databases, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Candidate Management Systems. - Comfortability with sourcing passive candidates and utilizing various sourcing tools (Indeed, LinkedIn, etc.). - Exposure to AAP requirements as it applies to the recruitment, interviewing selection process. - Strong knowledge of recruitment best practices and sourcing strategies. - Ability to multi-task and organize multiple protocols and projects with competing demands on schedule. - Strong analytical skills, ability to analyze and resolve problems at a functional level. - Exceptional communication skills to effectively communicate to various levels of the organization to provide excellent customer service. - Knowledge of and commitment to team performance. - Ability to positively represent Perdue and our career opportunities to potential candidates. Preferred Education and Experience - Non-exempt recruiting for a variety of specialized or skill trades functions (Maintenance and Reliability/Skilled Trades, Wastewater, Production Support, Wellness, Human Resources, etc.) or familiarity with skill sets associated with these business functions. - Manufacturing/industrial recruiting. Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors - Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings. - May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another. - May need to access files, supplies and equipment. - Work activity is in an office, open-partitioned, cubicle environment. Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Title: Regional Sales Manager (East) Location: Charlotte, NC, US, 28201 Workplace: Salaried Department: Sales & Marketing Job Description: Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue. Summary Drive profitable growth and strengthen market presence across valued East retail customers. As a Regional Sales Manager, you will lead sales and merchandising strategies across multiple categories, expanding distribution, optimizing assortment, and increasing market share across fresh and frozen ready-to-cook, ready to eat, deli, and prepared offerings while serving as the primary point of contact for assigned customers and building strong trust-based relationships. You will partner closely with internal teams to identify growth opportunities, influence customer strategy, and execute initiatives that deliver results aligned with business goals and core values. This role is ideal for a strategic, customer focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at relationship building, and is passionate about driving measurable results and long-term business growth. Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities - Develop and implement Regional Sales plan to include all categories across customers. - Attain all budgeted product line volumes, pricing, mix, margin, and share objectives. Prepare and present annual joint business plans, line reviews, innovation sell-ins, and category reviews. - Maintain consistent communications and standing meetings with customer teams to ensure strategic alignment. - Monitor daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and YTD customer performance metrics, identifying risks and opportunities and adjusting plans accordingly. - Implement and champion procedures to continuously improve the accuracy of the Demand Plan forecast, collaborating closely with Supply Chain, Operations, and Customer Service to optimize customer satisfaction and business results. - Manage all customer trade spend and customer programs. - Utilize the TPM system to plan, track, and evaluate promotional effectiveness and ROI. - Lead customer negotiations related to pricing, trade spend, distribution, promotions, and contract terms while protecting company margin objectives. - Partner cross functionally to develop customer-specific assortment strategies, shelf sets, planograms, and merchandising solutions aligned to natural and fresh retail formats. - Serve as the proactive voice of the customer internally as you work cross-functionally, translating retailer strategies and shopper insights into actionable business plans that utilize your knowledge and understanding of each retailer’s goals and objectives. - Travel regularly to customer locations (HQ, stores) to ensure industry leading customer service. - Participate in leadership roles on special projects and cross-functional teams; continuously improve skills through training, classes, and seminars as outlined in the development plan. - Ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and company standards related to food safety, labeling, animal welfare, and sustainability. Minimum Education and Experience - Bachelor’s Degree in the areas of Sales, Marketing, or Business Administration. - 3-5 years related work experience (CPG industries and/or Meat/Poultry). - Direct or relevant experience/familiarity with Eastern Region retailers. - Must possess strong communication, analytical and planning skills. - Proficiency using Microsoft applications. - Experience and competence with data driven selling, utilizing syndicated data (i.e. Circana/ Nielsen), and customer specific data insights. - Proven ability to manage trade spend, pricing strategy, and margin performance in highly competitive categories. Preferred Education and Experience - Experience working with premium brands and premium proteins (natural, organic, antibiotic-free, animal welfare–driven). - Management experience in the food or food sales areas. - Experience selling fresh chicken, meat, or value-added protein products, including short-shelf-life or fresh supply chains. - Knowledge of food safety, quality assurance, USDA regulations, and customer-specific protein standards. - MBA or advanced business coursework. Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors - Position is remotely home-office based, preferably with close proximity to an airport, with anticipated travel 50% of the time and with flexibility. - Position is mostly sedentary but may require occasional moving to other offices or buildings. - May need to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another. Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.