Director, Product Management, Dairy Technology Solutions
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Job Description
We’re building a cross‑functional product team that owns end‑to‑end solutions for animal identification and monitoring. As Product Manager, you’ll share leadership with a Technology Lead and work closely with a Product Designer, engineers, delivery leads and commercial partners. You’ll help shape strategy, discover valuable customer outcomes, and drive delivery and adoption.
Product Strategy & Ownership
Own a product through its full lifecycle: vision, strategy, roadmap and outcomes.
Build business cases, market valuations and value propositions for new capabilities.
Identify unmet customer needs and market opportunities.
Customer & Market Insight
Lead continuous discovery: customer interviews, surveys, field visits and advisory groups.
Translate insights into a prioritized backlog and outcome‑focused roadmap.
Monitor industry trends and competitors to refine strategy.
Cross‑Functional Leadership & Collaboration
Connect teams directly with customers to maintain alignment and focus.
Partner with commercial teams to validate value propositions and support go‑to‑market.
Work closely with the Technology Lead, designers and engineers to discover, validate and deliver solutions.
Lead efforts to increase adoption, retention and growth through coordinated marketing and customer success activities.
Go‑to‑Market & Commercialization
Drive release planning, launch execution and ongoing product support with cross‑functional partners.
Coordinate with supply chain and manufacturing as needed to bring products to market efficiently.
Establish customer success frameworks and support models to maximize adoption and satisfaction.
Performance & Accountability
Own financial planning and be accountable for product financial performance.
Maintain and prioritize the backlog to maximize value and sustainability.
Define and track product metrics, run business reviews, and adjust strategy based on results.
Foster a culture of innovation, accountability and continuous improvement.
What Skills You Will Need
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Agriculture, Animal or Life Sciences, Veterinary Medicine or related field — or equivalent practical experience.
Experience in agriculture technology, livestock management or animal health.
Demonstrated experience with modern product discovery and delivery methods.
Experience working on technology‑powered products in roles such as Product Manager, Product Designer, Engineer, Data Analyst or Data Scientist.
Ability to work across multiple functions (engineering, design, finance, sales, marketing).
Strong problem‑solving and risk‑assessment skills; able to build structured, data‑informed narratives.
Proven ability to influence and collaborate with engineers, designers, stakeholders and senior leaders.
Excellent communication skills and a track record of leading through influence.
Ownership mindset and comfort committing to measurable outcomes.
Passion for inclusive teamwork and fostering innovation across diverse teams.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together.
So, if you are ready to invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, please apply today.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Product Management and Marketing
Industry
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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