SENIOR PRODUCT MANAGER

Grasslands Recruitment Specialists has been engaged to recruit a Senior Product Manager for a client who is adding a second role in their growing marketing department.

The Senior Product Manager will be responsible for marketing 50% of the company product line, creating short and long term marketing plans, including pricing strategy, communication strategy, product specifications and product positions.

Do you have an entrepreneurial attitude and a comfort level working in a fast-paced environment, moving quickly, and presenting to audiences of different sizes?

If so, please read on!

WHY CONSIDER THIS ROLE?

Our client has a passion for agriculture. They are proud to be a family-owned company who has grown to have an international presence in many countries around the world.

They treat their employees very well and give back to the communities they serve.

Our client offers a strong base salary, excellent annual company bonus based on both corporate and individual results comprehensive medical/dental/health benefits, RSP, company vehicle, laptop, phone, and expenses.

The role is based in Calgary, AB where the Senior Product Manager will work closely with the Director of Operations.

If this sounds like the right agricultural opportunity for you, apply today!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF THE SENIOR PRODUCT MANAGER

You will be responsible for developing a thorough understanding of the market for your agriculture products, both seed and crop support.

You will differentiate between the pros and cons of your agriculture products as well as those of your competitors to educate the sales team and clients.

This includes product launches, and product life-cycle analysis.

You will have your own budget for your products and will be responsible for your own bottom line.

AM I A GOOD FIT FOR THIS UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY?

• Sc. Agriculture, or post-secondary education i.e., Agriculture Business Diploma.
• MBA considered an asset.
• Minimum of 8 – 10 years overall experience in the agriculture sector.
• Experience likely comprised of regulatory, sales and marketing experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of sales & marketing experience in the Ag Sector.
• Successful experience expanding sales in retail and wholesale marketplaces.
• Outstanding communication and collaboration skills working with colleagues.
• Proven self-starter able to take initiative and conduct himself or herself in a professional manner with little direct supervision.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Experience in translating detailed scientific information into practical decision-ready information for non-technical clients.

READY TO MOVE FORWARD?

We understand your time is valuable, so we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this role, please click on ‘APPLY’ and follow the application process or email your resume to randy@grasslandsgroup.com

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