OverviewWe’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.Bring energy, knowledge, innovation to carry out the following:Product Strategy & OwnershipOwn a product through its full lifecycle: vision, strategy, roadmap and outcomesBuild business cases, market valuations and value propositions for new capabilitiesIdentify unmet customer needs and market opportunitiesCustomer & Market InsightLead continuous discovery: customer interviews, surveys, field visits and advisory groupsTranslate insights into a prioritized backlog and outcome-focused roadmapMonitor industry trends and competitors to refine strategyCross-Functional Leadership & CollaborationConnect teams directly with customers to maintain alignment and focusPartner with commercial teams to validate value propositions and support go-to-marketWork closely with the Technology Lead, designers and engineers to discover, validate and deliver solutionsLead efforts to increase adoption, retention and growth through coordinated marketing and customer success activitiesGo-to-Market & CommercializationDrive release planning, launch execution and ongoing product support with cross-functional partnersCoordinate with supply chain and manufacturing as needed to bring products to market efficientlyEstablish customer success frameworks and support models to maximize adoption and satisfactionPerformance & AccountabilityOwn financial planning and be accountable for product financial performanceMaintain and prioritize the backlog to maximize value and sustainabilityDefine and track product metrics, run business reviews, and adjust strategy based on resultsFoster a culture of innovation, accountability and continuous improvementWhat skills you will needIn order to excel in this role, you will more than likely have:Bachelor’s degree in Business, Agriculture, Animal or Life Sciences, Veterinary Medicine or related field — or equivalent practical experienceExperience in agriculture technology, livestock management or animal healthDemonstrated experience with modern product discovery and delivery methodsExperience working on technology-powered products in roles such as Product Manager, Product Designer, Engineer, Data Analyst or Data ScientistAbility to work across multiple functions (engineering, design, finance, sales, marketing)Strong problem-solving and risk-assessment skills; able to build structured, data-informed narrativesProven ability to influence and collaborate with engineers, designers, stakeholders and senior leadersExcellent communication skills and a track record of leading through influenceOwnership mindset and comfort committing to measurable outcomesPassion for inclusive teamwork and fostering innovation across diverse teamsOur Animal Health division is a trusted global leader in veterinary medicine, dedicated to the health and well-being of animals. We are a global team of professionals working together to make a positive difference in animal care and the world’s food supply and have a deep sense of responsibility towards our customers, consumers, animals, society and our planet. We offer one of our industry’s most innovative portfolio of products, services and technologies that serve to prevent, treat, and control diseases across all major farm and companion animal species.As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. Please contact the Talent Acquisition Advisor assigned to this role should you need any support during our recruitment process.We are committed to flexible working where possible, and this is why our Company has introduced a new hybrid working model for office-based colleagues around the world.Please feel free to speak to us about what flexibility means to you during your application.Application & Next StepsSo, if you are ready to:Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, please apply today.Required Skills:Commercial Operations Management, Customer Journey, Leadership, Long Term Planning, Product Management, Project Management, Sales Cycle Management, Supply ChainPreferred Skills:Current Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HEREDisclaimerSearch Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully: Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.Job DetailsEmployee Status: RegularRelocation: VISA Sponsorship: Travel Requirements: Flexible Work Arrangements: RemoteShift: Valid Driving License: Hazardous Material(s): Job Posting End Date: 11/15/2025Requisition ID: R371038
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