Poultry Industry Product Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Join VAL-CO as a Full-Time Product Manager and immerse yourself in the dynamic world of agriculture, marketing, sales, and engineering. This onsite role based in New Holland, PA, offers an exceptional opportunity to influence product development that impacts farmers and agricultural companies. You'll collaborate with a dedicated team that embodies our values of integrity, creativity, and respect. Our fun and forward-thinking culture fosters innovation, allowing you to bring your unique ideas to life while driving the future of agricultural technology. You will have benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and 401k Match. As you step into this pivotal role, you'll not only enhance your professional skills but also contribute to meaningful projects that support our commitment to the agricultural community.

Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of a company that truly cares about its employees and customers alike!

Val-co : Our Mission

At VAL-CO we work together as a global leader in providing innovative, value-focused products and services to the poultry, livestock and horticultural industries. We believe in all that we do by valuing people, integrity, quality, profitability, and stewardship. VAL-CO recognizes the importance and value of our employees and their families, and our customers and vendors. Each of their contributions are an integral part of the company's overall success.

What would you do as a Product Manager

As a Product Manager at VAL-CO, you will play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth and enhancing profitability within assigned agriculture product categories. By thoroughly understanding industry needs and customer pain points, you will ensure that our product offerings align with market demands, backed by innovative features and competitive pricing. You’ll interact with growers, dealers, and integrators, gaining invaluable insights to inform product development while advocating for cost improvements in sourcing and manufacturing.

Your strategic mindset will identify innovation opportunities, promote effective communication across teams, and facilitate active discussions during Dealer Advisory Councils and industry trade shows. Additionally, you will deliver impactful presentations and contribute to the VAL-CO brand through writing and speaking engagements. Join us in shaping the future of agriculture while upholding our core values of integrity, creativity, and respect, all within a supportive and driven workplace culture.

Are you a good fit for this Product Manager job?

To excel as a Product Manager at VAL-CO, a strong foundation in Agriculture, Engineering, or Business is essential. A demonstrated drive for achieving long-term and short-term results is key, alongside an eagerness to take calculated risks for exceeding business objectives. Effective communication skills—both written and oral—are critical for delivering compelling presentations and creating insightful reports and proposals for executive management. Your ability to interpret engineering drawings and translate technical concepts into accessible business terms will set you apart in our fast-paced environment.

Furthermore, strategic thinking and resource management are vital for building skilled teams that inspire results across global marketplaces. A willingness to travel domestically and internationally will enhance your ability to engage with key stakeholders and gain insights essential for product success, ensuring that VAL-CO remains a leader in the agriculture industry.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are :

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture-Engineering-or Business-related discipline or equivalent related experience.
• Demonstrated drive to achieve both long-term and short-term results, willingness to take calculated business risks to achieve and exceed business goals.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions and be creative in developing alternative solutions in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to deliver presentations in both small group and large group environments. Ability to write reports, recommendations, proposals and other documents for executive business management. Ability to quickly and succinctly translate technical issues to business terms.
• Ability to strategically think through best use of limited resources build teams with necessary skills and inspire others to achieve results across global marketplaces and production facilities.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• Computer proficiency in MS Office.

Will you join our team?

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