MBA Talent Community – Business Leadership Development Program 2027

Job Description

2027 North America Business Leadership Development Program (Full-Time MBA) | ofi North America (Olam Food Ingredients)

The Tone:
This is a full-time leadership development role at ofi North America, involving multi-week stays at worksites across North America during the program, with subsequent relocation within the United States for the post-program role. ofi is a global leader in food and beverage ingredients and solutions, specializing in core platforms such as cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts, and spices, partnering with manufacturers, retailers, and foodservice operators worldwide. This program is designed to cultivate high-potential individuals into the next generation of Business Leaders for ofi North America. It offers an accelerated path to leadership for those aspiring to make a significant impact in a global organization that is redefining the future of food ingredients.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time (5 days/week)
• Location: Multi-location across North America for the program, with post-program relocation to Bayonne, NJ; Blakely, GA; Chicago, IL; NYC, NY; Oxnard, CA; Philadelphia Metro Area; Phoenix, AZ; Samson, AL
• Pay: $95000–$150000 yearly
• Mission: Accelerate high-potential individuals into future Business Leaders for ofi North America.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook), Salesforce, ERP systems, MRP and planning suites (e.g., Demand Caster)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Orient into the ofi ecosystem, building a strong foundation in the company’s people, values, and operating model.
• Execute crucial business responsibilities through real-world rotations across solution platforms at corporate offices and operational facilities.
• Hone personal effectiveness and leadership skills through skill-building classes, senior leader mentorship, and professional networking opportunities.
• Lead a Capstone Project to address a high-impact business challenge, presenting accomplishments to the Executive Leadership Team.
• Transition into a management-level role within a key North America business area such as Sales, Marketing, or Product Management upon program completion.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Master’s Degree (MBA) from an accredited academic institution, to be completed by June 2027 or earlier. This role is designed for individuals seeking to become future Business Leaders within the food and beverage ingredients sector. Must have the ability to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
• Experience: Work experience (including internships) in business development, sales, brand management, planning and sourcing, or product management.
• Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills including oral and written communications, negotiating, and influencing. Ability to build trusted relationships across all levels. Strong self-initiative and leadership skills, with excellent analytical abilities comfortable working with business data.
• Bonus: Formal academic study and/or work experience in Engineering. Experience within the food and/or food service industry.