Manager of Federal Government and Industry Relations

Job Summary:

The Manager of Federal Government and Industry Relations reports to the Director of Federal Government and Industry Relations and will implement Land O’Lakes’ policy and engagement at the federal level; develops and coordinates legislative strategies; plans and convenes engagements to amplify our policy voice and drive key priorities; briefs corporate and business unit leadership to build alignment on policy priorities; Initiates, cultivates, and maintains strong working relationships between elected officials, policy staff, Land O’Lakes leadership and members and the broader business community; and collaborates closely with corporate and  business unit functions to shape media messages and strategies to advance key policy priorities, enhance public opinion and increase awareness of our brands.

Main responsibilities include:

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS AND GRASSROOTS ENGAGEMENT:

• Implement Land O’Lakes policy and engagement strategy at the federal level.
• Coordinate with Land O’Lakes Federal Affairs team, consultants, and lobbyists to position and drive progress on the cooperatives key policy priorities at the federal level.
• Connect corporate leadership with key policy, decision, and influence makers at the federal level to advance policy priorities, elevate brand awareness, and corporate thought leadership.
• Identify and coordinate opportunities that position key corporate leaders, business unit leadership and the cooperative’s members before key policy audiences.
• Maintain strong working relationships between federal elected officials, policy staff, Land O’Lakes leadership and members and the broader business community.
• Support grassroots engagement opportunities to drive federal legislative priorities and to allow Land O’Lakes members, executives, and staff to engage with policy leaders.
• Comply with necessary ethics rules and reporting requirements.

PARTNERSHIPS AND ENGAGEMENT:

• Maintain relationships with strategic partners, including trade associations, policy makers and other businesses to amplify our voice, build policy proof points and generate the needed political capital to drive desired policy outcomes.

COMMUNICATION:

• Clearly communicate Land O’Lakes government relations strategy, priorities and the business implications to our member owners and colleagues.
• Develop, prepare, and deliver written and / or oral presentations before key audiences.
• Communicate policy implications and opportunities with affected stakeholders, report on progress of legislative efforts to senior management, policy and resolutions committee members and other cooperative leaders.

Required (Basic) Experience & Education:

• Degree in agriculture, public affairs, political science, journalism, communications, or related fields
• 7 or more years of congressional experience; inclusive of working for a member of congress
• Strong understanding of agriculture

Hiring salary is negotiable based on experience: $102,480 - $153,720

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

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