Project Manager - Decatur, IL

Project Manager - Decatur, IL

The role:
As a Project Manager within the Strategic PMO Talent Rotation Program, you will lead complex, cross-functional initiatives on behalf of business sponsors and senior leadership. You will be accountable for delivering projects aligned with ADM’s strategic objectives, ensuring outcomes meet defined expectations for quality, cost, timing, and business benefits.

You will be entrusted with a diverse portfolio of projects spanning mergers and acquisitions (MADJV), capital projects, and enterprise-wide transformation initiatives. This rotation provides exposure to senior decision-makers and the opportunity to contribute directly to ADM’s long-term success.
other PMOs at ADM to lead large-scale capital expenditure initiatives aimed at organic growth.

Key responsibilities:
General Project Leadership and Strategic Initiative Execution

• Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation aligned with strategic goals
• Establish and manage governance structures, including roles, responsibilities, and decision frameworks
• Ensure delivery against agreed quality, cost, timing, and benefit targets
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks and issues, including contingency planning
• Drive alignment and facilitate communication across diverse stakeholder groups and geographies
• Track performance through KPIs and provide regular updates to senior leadership on progress, risks, and key decisions
• Manage third-party vendors and external partners where applicable
• Lead or support high-impact projects across multiple domains: MADJV (Mergers, Acquisitions, Divestitures, Joint Ventures), Capital Expenditure (CapEx) investments (greenfield and expansion projects), and/or Enterprise transformation and strategic optimization initiatives
• Lead end-to-end execution of transactions, including pre-deal planning, due diligence, integration, or separation
• Manage Day 1 readiness and transition planning (communications, systems, operations)
• Oversee integration or disentanglement activities, including TSA development and execution
• Track synergy realization, cost alignment, and risk mitigation
• Support cultural integration and change management across organizations

Talent Rotation Development Experience
During the 18–24 month assignment, you will:

• Manage projects across multiple business units and functional areas, gaining broad enterprise exposure
• Develop critical leadership capabilities, including communication, influencing, problem-solving, and stakeholder management
• Build a strong professional network through interaction with senior leaders and cross-functional teams
• Receive structured feedback through quarterly development reviews with PMO leadership and HR.
• Participate in formal training, including Prince2 certification and enterprise learning programs
• Be supported by senior project managers, mentors, and PMO leadership for guidance and coaching
• Participants are expected to take ownership of their development, actively pursue learning opportunities, and align their performance with defined career goals.

Candidate Profile – Requirements & Qualifications
Skills & Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, project management, or related field; Master’s degree is a benefit
• Minimum 3 years of experience at ADM or in a comparable role involving complex, cross-functional initiatives
• Demonstrated track record of strong performance and value delivery
• Future desire to lead transformation, strategy execution, or obtain a business leadership roles preferred
• Exposure to MADJV or large-scale strategic projects is a benefit

Talent Rotation Profile

• High-potential, high-performing internal candidate with clearly defined career aspirations
• Demonstrated leadership behaviors and ability to influence beyond direct authority
• Strong motivation to grow into leadership roles and expand enterprise knowledge
• Willingness to travel or relocate for development opportunities
• Proactive, collaborative, and adaptable mindset

Certifications & Tools

• PMP, Prince2, or willingness to obtain certification is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint) and planning tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent.
• Willingness to travel up to 15–20%.

Career Opportunity & Value Proposition
This Talent Rotation role offers a unique opportunity to:

• Accelerate career growth through hands-on leadership of high-impact, enterprise initiatives
• Build broad business acumen across multiple business units and functions
• Develop a strong internal network and executive visibility
• Gain formal project management certification and structured development support
• Transition into future leadership or strategic roles within ADM upon completion

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. 

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