Cargill establishes office in Atlanta, creating 400 technology jobs and accelerating digital transformation of food and agriculture sectors

Cargill, a global leader in food and agriculture, is opening a new office center in Atlanta, Georgia. The company is hiring immediately and plans to fill up to 400 positions with highly skilled technology and engineering talent. This facility underscores Cargill’s strategic commitment to expand its presence in key geographies to better serve its customers, attract top talent and advance company growth.

Atlanta, recognized as a booming technology hub and known for its diverse and talented workforce, proximity to leading academic institutions, and growing presence of food and agricultural businesses, emerged as the ideal choice for Cargill.

“Georgia and Atlanta are welcoming, business-friendly environments that provide an ideal backdrop for Cargill’s investments in technology and innovation,” said Brian Sikes, Cargill Chairman and CEO. “With a new office center in Atlanta, Cargill will be able to harness the immense potential of digital technology to advance our business. We express our sincere gratitude to Governor Kemp and Mayor Dickens for their steadfast partnership in making Cargill’s expansion here a reality.

“With our reliable infrastructure network and skilled workforce, it’s no wonder companies like Cargill choose Georgia as their preferred destination for projects like this new office center,” said Governor Brian Kemp. “Innovative job creators like this help continue the upward momentum of key industries like technology and agriculture. »

Cargill aims to revolutionize the industry with digital solutions that can power the global food supply chain and drive sustainability.

Cargill’s Digital Technology and Data (DT&D) organization will be the first primary occupant of the Atlanta hub. To fuel its ambitious growth plans, Cargill will hire approximately 400 highly skilled professionals in data engineering, generative artificial intelligence, SAP and other critical areas over the coming years.

“Cargill’s decision to establish an office in Atlanta underscores our recognition of the city’s thriving technology innovation hub,” said Jennifer Hartsock, Cargill’s chief information and digital officer. “Atlanta’s rich pool of technical talent provides unparalleled access to the expertise needed to drive our digital transformation. Employees working at this facility will help create digital solutions that power our global food supply chain, leverage analytics and artificial intelligence to open new markets, and drive technical innovation to make our food system more sustainable and accessible.

With Cargill’s Atlanta hub officially opening in fall 2024, recruiting efforts begin now, with the opportunity to begin work immediately. Interested candidates are encouraged to explore career opportunities at Careers.cargill.com/DigitalTech.

“Atlanta is an opportunity-driven city where businesses have the talent, resources and welcoming environment needed to accelerate their operations in today’s global economy,” said Atlanta Mayor, Andrew Dickens. “By choosing Atlanta, Cargill is creating 400 new jobs that can drive our economic growth and access to upward mobility for more of the city’s residents. »

“We are excited to tap into this market and provide technology talent with the opportunity to work in a purpose-driven organization, in roles that will positively impact people and the planet as we define a future more sustainable and resilient for food and agriculture,” Hartsock added.

Today, Cargill has a strong employee presence in Georgia and is an active community partner, contributing more than $1 million over the past year to support the Georgia FFA Foundation; Georgia Mountain Food Bank; Emory University; Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Related Sciences (MANNRS); and local schools.

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About Cargill

Cargill is committed to providing food, ingredients, agricultural solutions and industrial products to feed the world safely, responsibly and sustainably. Situated at the heart of the supply chain, we work with farmers and customers to source, manufacture and deliver life-essential products.

Our 160,000 team members innovate with purpose, providing customers with the essential products so businesses can grow, communities thrive and consumers live well. With 159 years of experience as a family business, we look to the future while remaining true to our values. We put people first. We reach higher. We are doing the right thing, today and for generations to come. For more information, visit Cargill.com and our press center.