Product Development Manager

BEST Human Capital & Advisory Group • Auburn, WA

12h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Product Development Manager to join our team at our Auburn, AL farm. In this role, you will lead the program development process in collaboration with Account Managers and the grow team, focusing on enhancing product assortment, programs, and customer sell-through.

Requirements

• Proven experience in product development or a related field.
• Strong understanding of the horticulture industry and plant trends.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with trial management and event planning is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead Program Development: Collaborate closely with Account Managers and the grow team to guide the program development process, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer needs.
• Identify Trends: Proactively seek out and analyze industry trends to identify opportunities for new product development and growth.
• Represent Interests: Advocate for Young’s Plant Farm at major Grower Councils, R&D, and Trials Councils to ensure our interests are represented.
• Support Presentations: Assist in program presentations to merchants and attend customer meetings with Account Managers, providing plant expertise to enhance program development.
• Manage Trials Program: Oversee the Young’s Plant Farm Trials program and Trial Garden, coordinating planting, documentation, and photography.
• Build Relationships: Develop and maintain strong relationships with breeders to identify new perennials and annuals for trials and product development.
• Publish Reports: Compile and distribute trial reports to breeders, suppliers, retail grower councils, team members, and management as required.
• Event Planning: Design, plan, and execute the annual Trial Garden event and sponsorship program in collaboration with the Marketing Department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed