Executive Director - Livestock Technology Solutions, Product Lead

Job DescriptionOur company's Animal Health Technology Solutions offers global animal identification and monitoring solutions for companion animals and livestock. These solutions enable pet owners to better manage the health and well-being of their pets and enable livestock producers to improve well-being and animal production. Technology Solutions include Core Technologies in Livestock Identification, Dairy, Beef and Swine monitoring, for which the product/market fit is established, as well as products in discovery.Our Technology Solutions division is evolving. We are moving to a Product Operating Model – a new way of working that empowers product teams to take full ownership and accountability for delivering customer and business value in ways our customers love and that work for the business.Our product teams are cross-functional and durable, bringing together all the skills required to deliver impactful outcomes. Each team includes a Product Manager, Technology Lead, Product Designer, Delivery Lead, engineers, and developers.We believe in customer centricity, ownership, and accountability. Solutions must beValuable – customers choose to buy or use themViable – aligned with business constraints and goalsUsable – intuitive and user-friendlyFeasible – achievable with our technical capabilitiesLeadership of the team is shared between the Product Manager and the Technology Lead, ensuring balanced guidance that bridges product vision and technical execution.Product Management Role As a Product Manager, you will be a key driver of value and viability within the product team. You are expected to bringA solid understanding of business constraints (e.g., marketing, sales, customer success, finance, legal, privacy)Deep knowledge of our users and customers, supported by data on how they engage with our productsAwareness of industry trends and the competitive landscape relevant to your productAdditionally this PM of ID will be responsible for all commercial activities and alignment of our ERP Tetris project and investment of USD$ 70 million dollars per year that impact the current revenue of USD$300 million in ID productsLeadership is shared with the Technology Lead, and you will both work with the Product Designer and engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. While each team member may be accountable for a specific risk area, you are expected to embrace collective accountability, ensuring the team delivers results in that matter.We are looking for product managers whoThrive on customer centricity, ownership, and accountabilityAre comfortable signing up for measurable results, even when success depends on working through othersUse data and logic to influence teammates, stakeholders, and executivesBelieve that innovation comes from the ideas and passion of the whole teamKey ResponsibilitiesProduct Ownership & StrategyOwn and manage a product throughout its entire product lifecycle including a portfolio of USD$300 million in current revenue and USD$ 600 million by 2029Define the overall product vision and strategy with a keen focus on value, business outcome, and user experienceCreate high-level market valuations, compelling value propositions, and business cases for new product concepts and capabilitiesIdentify unmet customer needs and market opportunities to inform new product developmentCustomer & Market InsightDrive continuous product discovery to understand user needs and translate insights into solutions and a prioritized product backlogDevelop and execute customer insight strategies through e.g., surveys, farm visits, and customer advisory boards to capture feedback and validate directionMake product decisions, and ensure they are anchored in customer needs and aligned with product strategyTranslate customer needs into a prioritized backlog and outcomes based roadmapMonitor industry trends, emerging technologies (including animal health monitoring), and the competitive landscape to inform strategy and continuous improvementCollaboration & Cross-Functional LeadershipConnect delivery squad(s) directly with customers to facilitate open communication and alignmentWork with commercial teams to ideate new solutions, validate value propositions, and ensure alignment with customer needsPartner cross-functionally with the product team (Tech Lead, marketing, sales, and customer success) to ensure end-to-end delivery and adoptionCollaborate closely with the Technology Lead, Product Designer, and engineers to discover, validate, and deliver effective solutionsLead adoption, retention and growth of the product by leveraging marketing, customer success, and market activation capabilities, while engaging commercial teams across regions and markets on the product value propositionGo-to-Market & CommercializationDrive release planning, manufacturing, go-to-market execution, and ongoing product support in partnership with cross-functional teamsIn partnership with the Tech Lead, engage supply chain and manufacturing teams to decide the most appropriately efficient way to bring products to marketEngage commercial teams across regions and markets to drive understanding and adoption of the product’s value propositionEstablish customer success frameworks and support models to ensure optimal product adoption and satisfactionPerformance & AccountabilityDevelop and adhere to annual and five-year financial plans, with accountability for overall financial performanceCreate, maintain, and continuously prioritize the product backlog to maximize value delivery and long-term sustainabilityDefine and regularly calibrate product metrics to track success and progress against objectivesConduct business reviews and monitor industry trends and competitive dynamics to inform product strategyChampion a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement within the product teamEducation Bachelor’s degree in Business, Agriculture, Animal or Life Sciences, Veterinary Medicine or related field, or equivalent practical experience.Required Experience And SkillsExperience in agriculture technology, livestock management, or animal health industries.Demonstrated understanding of the techniques and methods of modern product discovery and product delivery.Proven experience working on technology-powered products as either a Product Manager, Product Designer, Engineer, Data Analyst or Data Scientist.Ability to learn and work across multiple functional areas (e.g., engineering, design, finance, sales, or marketing).Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems with many constraints, using sound judgement to assess risks and building well-structured, data-informed narratives.Proven ability to engage with engineers, designers, stakeholders, and senior leaders in a constructive and collaborative way.Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a track record of leading through influence rather than authority.A mindset of ownership, accountability, and customer focus; comfortable signing up for results and driving outcomes through others when needed.Passion for fostering team innovation and leveraging the collective ideas and expertise of cross-functional colleagues.Required SkillsAccountability, Adaptability, Change Management, Communication, Developing Pricing Strategies, Direct Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Market Access Strategies, Market Development, Market Research, People Leadership, Product Management, Results-Oriented, Strategic Planning, Strategic ThinkingPreferred SkillsCurrent Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HEREUS and Puerto Rico Residents Only Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visitEEOC Know Your RightsEEOC GINA Supplement We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively.Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State ActsU.S. Hybrid Work ModelEffective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid work consisting of three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, although the specific days may vary by site or organization, with Friday designated as a remote-working day, unless business critical tasks require an on-site presence.This Hybrid work model does not apply to, and daily in-person attendance is required for, field-based positions; facility-based, manufacturing-based, or research-based positions where the work to be performed is located at a Company site; positions covered by a collective-bargaining agreement (unless the agreement provides for hybrid work); or any other position for which the Company has determined the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely. Please note, this Hybrid work model guidance also does not apply to roles that have been designated as “remote”.The salary range for this role is$255,800.00 - $402,700.00This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. 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