Kerry - 2026 Leadership Development Program - Research, Development & Appli at RippleMatch Opportunities

Beloit, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Mar, 26

Salary

70000.0

Posted On

25 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Interpersonal Skills, Communication, Project Management, Critical Thinking, Microsoft Office, Scientific Principles, Engineering Principles

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

This role is with Kerry. Kerry uses RippleMatch to find top talent. 2026 Leadership Development Program - North America At Kerry we’re obsessed with food and an ambition to provide 2 billion people access to more sustainable nutrition. Kerry is the world’s leading taste and nutrition company for food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers’ most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment. The Kerry Leadership Development Program is a 24-month rotational program, which will begin on July 13, 2026. There are opportunities in: Sales (located in Beloit, WI): This role is critical to supporting account managers by assisting with customer interactions and driving client engagement strategies. Responsibilities will include managing inbound lead generation, coordinating internal projects, and ensuring alignment between customers and Kerry’s internal teams. Marketing (located in Beloit, WI): This role will work to gather consumer and market insights, synthesized with customer and competitor information to activate against our category strategies in the region. Responsibilities will be to support strategic planning, marketing communications, category insights, and channel activation. Research, Development & Application (located in Beloit, WI): This role is a vital part of driving innovation by supporting customer requests through applying scientific and engineering principles to research that will improve existing products. Key responsibilities will include conceptualizing, developing, and processing new products, while working in lab and pilot plant environments. Finance (located in Beloit, WI): In this role, you will collaborate with various functions to ensure robust and effective financial controls while providing key financial insights that contribute to Kerry’s business performance and goal achievement. As part of an interconnected, you’ll be responsible for supporting decision-making and fostering an engaging and motivating environment that places finance at the core of the business. Throughout the 24 months, you will go through capability building sessions, interact with individuals across teams and functions, network with peers and leaders throughout the company and gain experience through real hands-on projects. Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited college or university in a related field (each function will have different degree requirements) with graduation date between December 2025 and May 2026 Minimum GPA of 3.0 Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to communicate effectively to all levels of an organization Ability to manage multiple concurrent project streams, with a track record of getting things done at a high level of quality. Excellent critical thinking skills, with an ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team to achieve goals. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) Legal Authorization to work in the United Sates – Sponsorship will not be provided for this role now or in the future Curious Mindset Compensation Data The typical hiring range for this role is $65,000 to $70,000 annually and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, location, etc. In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements). Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).

Responsibilities

Participants in the Leadership Development Program will rotate through various functions including Sales, Marketing, Research, Development & Application, and Finance. They will engage in hands-on projects and capability building sessions to develop their skills and contribute to Kerry's goals.