Senior Product Manager

Grasslands Recruitment Specialists • Full-time • Calgary, AB, Canada • 2w ago

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.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nThe 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.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nDo you have an entrepreneurial attitude and a comfort level working in a fast-paced environment, moving quickly, and presenting to audiences of different sizes?\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nIf so, please read on!\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nWHY CONSIDER THIS ROLE?\r\n\r\nOur 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.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nThey treat their employees very well and give back to the communities they serve.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nOur 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.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nThe role is based in Calgary, AB where the Senior Product Manager will work closely with the Director of Operations.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nIf this sounds like the right agricultural opportunity for you, apply today!\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nA DAY IN THE LIFE OF THE SENIOR PRODUCT MANAGER\r\n\r\nYou will be responsible for developing a thorough understanding of the market for your agriculture products, both seed and crop support.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nYou 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.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nThis includes product launches, and product life-cycle analysis.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nYou will have your own budget for your products and will be responsible for your own bottom line.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nAM I A GOOD FIT FOR THIS UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY?\r\n\r\n\r\n\tSc. Agriculture, or post-secondary education i.e., Agriculture Business Diploma.\r\n\tMBA considered an asset.\r\n\tMinimum of 8 – 10 years overall experience in the agriculture sector.\r\n\tExperience likely comprised of regulatory, sales and marketing experience.\r\n\tMinimum of 8 years of sales & marketing experience in the Ag Sector.\r\n\tSuccessful experience expanding sales in retail and wholesale marketplaces.\r\n\tOutstanding communication and collaboration skills working with colleagues.\r\n\tProven self-starter able to take initiative and conduct himself or herself in a professional manner with little direct supervision.\r\n\tStrong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.\r\n\tExperience in translating detailed scientific information into practical decision-ready information for non-technical clients.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nREADY TO MOVE FORWARD?\r\n\r\nWe 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 the ‘APPLY TO THIS POSITION’ icon and follow the application process. \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nQuestions be can be addressed in confidence to Randy Ritchie at (306) 700-5151. As per Grasslands Group of Companies Privacy Policy, your personal information is treated with complete confidence. You must hold Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Canadian Residency to apply. For more information on GRS, follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter or check out our website www.grasslandsgroup.com.\r\n