Product Manager

1 day ago


Kempton Park, South Africa Frank Consult Full time

Product Manager - Animal Health and Nutrition

Our client is a leading company in the development and application of state-of-the-art technologies for bio-conditioning ingredients, bio-security & hygiene products for feed, livestock, and food. With over 40 years of experience, they bring a rich heritage of knowledge and expertise to the industry. Their culture embraces innovation, quality, and sustainability, which is core to their research, development, raw materials procurement, and production of outstanding products and solutions.

The Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Product Manager to join their Marketing team. This role will be responsible for increasing the profitability of existing products and for identifying, assessing, and developing new products to enhance their current portfolio in the animal health and nutrition sector, with a specific focus on monogastric nutrition.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain professional working relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
  • Optimise new product launch execution and existing product growth based on continuous improvement.
  • Introduce strategy changes based on performance objectives.
  • Manage the entire product line lifecycle from strategic planning to tactical activities.
  • Conduct market research and specify market requirements for current and future products in the monogastric nutrition space.
  • Analyse industry data to highlight trends and optimisation needs for customers in the monogastric sector.
  • Develop and implement company-wide go-to-market plans for monogastric nutrition products.
  • Conduct financial analysis on new opportunities using ROI models.
  • Ensure compliance with required OHS and quality standards.

Qualifications and Experience

  • MSc in Animal Science with a focus on monogastric nutrition.
  • At least 5 years of solid commercial or account management experience in animal health and monogastric nutrition.
  • Evidenced knowledge of animal nutrition, health, and production of animal nutrition-related products, particularly for monogastric animals.
  • Understanding and experience in feed formulations involving probiotics and enzymes for monogastric species is an advantage.
  • Proven track record in successfully launching animal feed products and services in the monogastric sector.

Required Skills and Attributes

  • Unique blend of business and technical savvy in the monogastric nutrition field.
  • Big-picture vision and drive to make that vision a reality in the context of monogastric animal health and nutrition.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong analytical and research skills, particularly related to monogastric nutrition trends and innovations.
  • Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Access).

What Our Client Offers

  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in animal health and nutrition.
  • Employee share ownership plan.
  • International exposure with operations in multiple countries.
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Continuous learning and development opportunities.

Location

Chloorkop, Midrand

Qualified candidates who are passionate about driving innovation in animal health and nutrition are encouraged to apply. Join our client in shaping the future of food production and animal welfare across Africa and Asia


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