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Director Integrated Media Relations - Chicago, IL

ADM Global Communications

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. As one of the world's leading agricultural supply chain managers and nutrition companies, we connect farmers, partners, and communities to feed and nourish the planet.

We're looking for a seasoned communicator to join our Global Communications team as Director, Integrated Media Relations. This leader will be ADM's voice with global and national media, shaping how our story is told through paid, earned, shared and owned (PESO) channels, and protecting our

reputation on the world stage. The role will be based in ADM's Global Headquarters in Chicago to work closely both with key reporters based in the city and ADM's executive team.

What You'll Do

• Serve as ADM's primary media spokesperson with top-tier global and national outlets.
• Build and strengthen relationships with leading reporters, editors, and influencers across priority markets and sectors.
• Manage an in-house team responsible for leading marketing communications and trade media outreach
• Coordinate proactive media campaigns across all of our global markets, including North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, China, and Latin America using the PESO model.
• Guide ADM's crisis and issues response with confidence, clarity, and consistency - including preparedness, risk-sensing, and rapid response protocols.
• Partner directly with executives to shape messaging and prepare for high-profile interviews.
• Oversee global media monitoring and reporting to track impact and inform strategy with clear metrics and insights for continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

Why Join ADM?

At ADM, you'll work alongside senior leaders and global teams to shape the reputation of one of the world's most influential companies in food, agriculture, and nutrition. This is an opportunity to make a measurable impact - not just on ADM's brand, but on the way the world thinks about the future of food and the essential role our business plays in global sustainability and food security.

Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

REF : 104174BR

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including :

Additional benefits include :

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department / team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between :