Gulftech International is looking to formalize the value proposition of their products, integrate product strategy across multiple geographies, and identify opportunities to strengthen their market position. They need to manage product category P&L and outcomes, and inform how current and future products go to market by consolidating insights from various internal teams.
Requirements
- Knowledge of technical marketing, managing R&D, pre-commercial and commercial trials/demonstrations
- Knowledge of biology, plant physiology, postharvest physiology, food safety and fresh food and flower packaging preferred but not required
- Strong understanding of product management principles and practices.
- Exceptional technical writing & presentation skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
- Develops, executes, and adjusts the vision, strategy, and roadmap in alignment with Verdant’s revenue goals, market trends, and customer needs for an assigned product category
- Assists in the planning and execution of product development trials and commercial customer demonstrations / pilots, including photo / video asset collection, and results summarization
- Assists in the development of a repository for product data, competitive landscape and insights, and translation of market requirements into technical specifications.
- Prioritizes product features and communicates product value to key stakeholders
- Tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and impact of product initiatives by market
- Develops sales materials, go-to-market strategy, and defining Verdant’s product value proposition by market for assigned product category, with the support of Marketing
- Ability to manage, execute and summarize trials/demonstrations in a timely manner
Other
- Undergraduate degree
- Minimum 7 years of experience in strategy, marketing, product or R&D roles
- Strategic thinker with strong customer interaction skills which can be translated into growth opportunities
- Ability to work well with internal teams, including scientists, developers, engineers, quality assurance, operations, and sales.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and willingness to roll up one’s sleeves to get the job done
