Product Manager at BALL HORTICULTURAL COMPANY

Guadalupe, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jul, 26

Salary

90000.0

Posted On

21 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Product management, Project management, Market research, Strategic planning, Data analysis, Horticulture, Botany, Plant science, Communication, Leadership, MS Office, SAP, Commercialization, Product lifecycle management, Cross-functional collaboration

Industry

Farming

Description

Description This role will manage and coordinate product development aspects of research and development and the overall product life cycle for a defined set of crops. The ideal candidate will have a deep passion for plants, and the ability to bridge the gap between customer needs and product development. Responsibilities: Develop and execute a comprehensive product strategy for our product offerings ensuring they relate to the Company’s overall goals, vision, and values. Track new products and develop, lead, and implement strategy for production introduction resulting in the successful commercialization of new products. Work with breeders and other stakeholders in developing breeding goals for crops leading to timely introductions meeting customer needs. Make recommendations to appropriate stakeholders for product assortment changes. Manage necessary aspects of product trialing to ensure that appropriate data is collected, data generated, and appropriate pictures/videos and reports completed which will result in successful trialing, ensuring quality and performance of the products and customer success at all levels with new products launched into the market. Plan and execute product launches, including marketing strategies, product positioning, and pricing strategies. Monitor product performance post-launch. Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, customer preferences, and competitive positioning. Manage the entire product lifecycle to ensure market position, which includes staying informed about competitors in the horticulture industry and identifying opportunities to differentiate our products. Make recommendations for product assortment deletions to appropriate stakeholders. Create and maintain a roadmap that outlines the future direction of the Company’s products/produce lines including new product releases and updates to existing products. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Horticulture or a relevant field. A background in horticulture, botany, or plant science is a plus. Minimum 3 years’ experience in industry. Proven experience in product management, preferably in the horticulture/ag industry. Proven ability to lead, manage, support and motivate colleagues as well as fostering a positive culture. A genuine passion for plants is highly desirable. Excellent project management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. Data-driven decision-making and the ability to analyze market trends is important. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Demonstrate competency with MS Office products, SAP knowledge beneficial. Works cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives Acquires data from multiple and diverse sources when solving problems. Looks toward the broadest possible view of an issue or challenge. Sets objectives to align with broader organizational goals. Understand internal and external stakeholder requirements, expectations, and needs. Makes sound decisions, even in the absence of complete information. Travel: approximately 30-35% of the time, fluctuating depending upon the needs of the role/season. Both domestic and international. Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift upwards of 20 pounds of weight, several times per day. Ability to stand for prolonged periods in a greenhouse or in field trials. May be required to push/pull benches. Weight is dependent upon the facility. May be required to kneel/bend. Ability to work in various greenhouse conditions and outside elements. Heat/cold/rain/mud/humidity (50% of time) Minimal climbing and balance (less than 1% time). Salary Range: $70-90k Our promise to you: We create excitement in the world of flowers and are the first choice for service. We deliver all the best and nothing else! To you, we deliver a work environment and a culture where building long-lasting relationships internally and externally is important. We believe that good communication, sharing ideas and collaborating on projects will set us up for success. We keep both our feet on the ground and are approachable. In addition to this we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes: Medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance 401k/Profit Sharing Retirement Plan Paid time off benefits including vacation and holidays Tuition assistance Employee Assistance Program and Positive Health programs

Responsibilities

The Product Manager will oversee the entire product lifecycle for specific crops, including strategy development, commercialization, and market research. They will collaborate with breeders and stakeholders to align product offerings with customer needs and company goals.