Exhibit a high level of professionalism
and positively contribute to the image of ConAgra Foods in the technical
community by active participation and leadership in outside professional
societies. Recognized within ConAgra Foods as an authority and a valued
internal technical resource.
Continuous technical and competitive
reconnaissance to identify opportunities for competitive market advantage.
Provide judgment and experience to assure
that an appropriate level of technical common sense and discipline are being
employed and utilized in business decisions.
Contribute significantly, directly, and
continually to the attainment of ConAgra Foods business results through the
generation and application of advanced, specialized knowledge.
Demonstrate leadership and proactive
attitudes in approaching technical solutions to business and market issues.
Demonstrate ability to propose and
persuade new research direction to address the business needs of the
corporation.
Record significant contributions to
ConAgra Foods strategies/business objectives by generating and applying
technical knowledge.
Display exceptional competence over a
sustained period as evidenced by specific technical accomplishments.
Recognized as an outstanding
scientist/specialist, both inside and outside ConAgra Foods, and valued as
an internal resource across all functions and R&D groups.
Demonstrate ability to communicate well
and to effectively influence and interact with others to accomplish research
goals.
Supervise assigned personnel with a demonstrated
ability to inspire subordinates through strong leadership skills and
participation in their development plans.
Through increased knowledge of ConAgra
Foods business and interactions with all R&D groups and other functions,
prepare plans and lead their execution against broad technical problems.
Continually increase level of expertise in
area of specialization to augment ConAgra Foods technical leadership
position.
Identify and develop research programs to
exploit an emerging technology for significant business results.
Identify and develop research programs to
drive cost optimization through formulation and processing efficiencies,
create new prototypes for product development initiatives and to identify
and approve potential ingredient and manufacturing suppliers.
