Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Verdesian
Job overview
The Product Manager at Verdesian leads the specialty fertilizer and efficiency technologies product portfolio, driving strategic product vision and growth within the company.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves developing and executing product strategies including pricing, promotion, branding, and channel plans, collaborating cross-functionally with R&D, Sales, Marketing, Finance, Regulatory, and Supply Chain, managing product lifecycle, forecasting, market analysis, sales enablement, and global market expansion.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a bachelor's degree in marketing, business, agronomy or related field (MBA preferred), at least 4 years in product management, marketing or sales, with proven skills in pricing, promotional, brand, and channel strategies; agricultural industry experience is highly desirable.
Company overview
Verdesian Life Sciences is an agricultural technology company specializing in plant health, nutrient use efficiency, and crop productivity solutions for farmers worldwide. The company generates revenue by developing and selling proprietary biological and chemical products such as seed treatments, inoculants, and nutrient management tools to improve crop yields and sustainability. Founded in 2012, Verdesian has grown through strategic acquisitions and partnerships, expanding its portfolio and global reach. Its innovations are aimed at helping growers maximize return on investment while reducing environmental impact, making it a recognized leader in sustainable agriculture. Understanding Verdesian’s commitment to science-driven agriculture and its focus on sustainability is important for candidates interested in joining the company.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight strategic leadership and your ability to drive product vision and innovation, emphasizing experience with pricing, promotional, brand, and channel strategies relevant to specialty fertilizers and efficiency technologies.
Focus on showcasing cross-functional collaboration skills, particularly with R&D, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain, as well as your ability to influence and lead teams toward business growth.
Apply through multiple channels including Verdesian's corporate careers page, LinkedIn job postings, and relevant industry job boards to maximize exposure and application success.
Connect on LinkedIn with current Verdesian employees in the Specialty Fertilizer and Efficiency Technologies division; start conversations by commenting on recent product launches, industry trends, or asking about their experience working on innovative product strategies.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'product lifecycle management,' 'pricing strategy,' 'cross-functional collaboration,' 'market opportunity analysis,' and 'sales enablement' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
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