VP Global Ethics & Compliance

Business Unit Overview

Feeding the world is what we do - how we do it is unique. We are not your textbook consumer packaged goods company. While others may be slow to make change happen, Post continuously drives both inorganic and organic growth. Our history is evidence of that fact with over 100 years of heritage and growth from brands that transcend generations like Honey Bunches of Oats, Fruity Pebbles, Malt-O-Meal, Bob Evans, Kibbles 'n Bits, Egg Beaters, Peter Pan peanut butter and more. Our foodservice and ingredient businesses supply other products you love for brands, restaurants and stores.

Our offices and manufacturing sites are in more than 60 locations in five countries, and we have 11,500+ employees. Over the past 12 years, Post has made 25+ acquisitions and reached $7.9 billion in net sales in fiscal 2024. During turbulent times of market uncertainty, the food industry has provided a level of stability unlike other industries.

Post Holdings, Inc. is a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Brentwood, a suburb of St. Louis, Missouri. Our casual professional atmosphere encourages team members to collaborate, innovate and support our operating companies. Our passion and drive advance the reputation of our operating companies and brands—together, we make a difference.

Responsibilities

The Vice President of Global Ethics and Compliance plays a critical role in setting the strategy and overseeing the Company’s Global Ethics and Compliance program (“Compliance Program”). This position requires a combination of strategic vision, leadership, and a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape.

This role will report to the Chief Compliance Officer and will support and manage the Company’s compliance team as well as collaborate closely with, other senior leadership, corporate business functions and business units.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Strategy

• Support and manage the Company’s Global Compliance & Ethics team.
• Drive the strategy for the Compliance Program in accordance with all applicable laws and regulatory requirements, and including the Company’s strategic goals, as appropriate.
• Proactively monitor developments and changes to applicable guidance (e.g., DOJ, OFAC) and make recommendations applicable to the operations and strategy of the Compliance Program.
• Proactively drive enterprise risk assessments to identify potential compliance risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the Compliance Program is seamlessly integrated into business processes.
  
  

Policy Development and Enforcement

• Oversee the management of the Compliance Program’s global policies and the Code of Conduct; develop new global policies as necessitated by legislature or regulatory changes; provide guidance to leadership and employees.
• Collaborate with other functions by providing guidance and support to develop other Company policies which may overlap or intersect with the Company’s Compliance Program.
• Monitor the adherence to compliance policies and procedures and recommend disciplinary measures, when necessary.
  
  

Investigations

• Oversee the investigation and evaluation of allegations of policy and legal violations.
• Conduct root cause analyses when necessary and develop and ensure implementation of corrective action plans.
• Provide quarterly reporting on key trends and issues which may be developing, such as in specific locations or in specific functional areas.
• Drive accountability and awareness throughout the Company emphasizing that all employees are responsible for reporting an allegation if they become informed of or become aware of an allegation.
  
  

Third-Party Risk Management

• Oversee identification, assessment and mitigation of risks associated with third-party relationships.
• Collaborate with business units to understand third-party risks and ensure alignment with third-party risk policies and screening outcomes.
• Assess and communicate risk management strategies and updates to senior leadership and other key stakeholders.
  
  

Training and Education

• Design and develop company-wide training, engagement and communication strategy for compliance initiatives including activities such as messaging, websites, town halls, workshops, newsletters.
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications and Skills

Educational Background

• Bachelor’s Degree required, advanced degree desirable.
• Certifications such as Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) desirable.
  
  

Professional Experience

• At least 10 years of experience in compliance, legal, or regulatory roles, with a proven history of leadership, strategic planning and execution of practical compliance strategies.
• In-depth knowledge of the regulatory environment and compliance requirements relevant to the industry.
  
  

Skills and Competencies

• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Self-motivated individual with an ability to navigate within a complex, multi-layered organization; able to collaborate among cross-functional departments.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to assess risks and develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex information to diverse audiences.
• High ethical standards and integrity, with a commitment to promoting ethical behavior within the Company.