GM - Research, Development & Adoption

Lead the Research, Development and Adoption (RD&A) function within AMPC and to manage a team of RD&A professionals. The company
The Australian Meat Processor Corporation (AMPC) is the Rural Research & Development Corporation (RDC) for the red meat processing industry in Australia. As the research, development and marketing service provider for Australian processors, AMPC runs programs of activity that are funded by processor levy funds, private contributions and the Australian Government.
Their purpose is to enable Australia to build the most competitive, profitable and sustainable red meat processing industry and to drive world class innovation, adoption and strategic policy development through genuine partnerships built on trust.

The position
Reporting to the CEO, the primary purpose of the role is to lead the Research, Development and Adoption (RD&A) function within AMPC and to manage a team of RD&A professionals. The position is responsible for ensuring the AMPC RD&A strategy is implemented through a combination of investment activities and industry engagement.
The position is critical in ensuring resources are allocated appropriately to deliver strategic outcomes for the industry while being accountable for the delivery of the entire RD&A cycle, including engagement, due diligence, consultation, R&D management, extension, adoption and evaluation.

The person
We are keen to hear from you if you possess the following skills, experience and attributes:

• Extensive experience in a senior management position, ideally in an RD&A environment with significant exposure to food manufacturing, logistics, science or agriculture
• Ideally have an understanding of meat processing concepts and the red meat value chain
• Proven team management and leadership experience, including effective performance management and development
• Possess a strong commitment to developing team culture and collaboration, with an inspiring and motivating leadership style
• Track record of establishing and delivering KPI’s that drive the delivery of strategy
• Deep understanding of RD&A due diligence, stakeholder consultation and portfolio evaluation
• Significant exposure to industry and government stakeholders
• Ability to think critically about R&D investments, investment cycles, governance & performance
• High level stakeholder engagement, influencing and communications skills both internally & externally combined with high level self-awareness to know when to compromise

This is a key strategic position leading the RD&A function for AMPC as they strive for world class innovation as the red meat processing sector’s trusted partner. If you feel you have what it takes to succeed in this critical and highly rewarding position, in the first instance, please call Mick Hay for further information or apply via www.rimfireresources.com.au