Senior Product Line Manager

Bunge•Chesterfield, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Product Line Manager to lead and drive the success of a key product portfolio. This role requires a proven leader with exceptional product management skills, a strong technical background, and the ability to operate with limited oversight. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in shaping our product strategy, optimizing talent, and delivering impactful results within a dynamic market.

Requirements

Typically, 4-year college (Bachelor's) degree required (Master's or MBA preferred).
15-19 years of position-related functional management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated experience in managing complex product lines and leading cross-functional teams.
Proven ability to develop and execute strategic product plans with a strong track record of delivering results.
Expert-level knowledge in product management methodologies, market analysis, and product lifecycle management.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate and address business challenges.
Experience with budget management and financial accountability for a product portfolio

Responsibilities

Manages operational plans and large projects/processes for a significant product line with limited oversight, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
Leads and/or participates with comparable influence in large projects and initiatives, defining product roadmaps, and overseeing the entire product lifecycle from concept to end-of-life.
Provides leadership to product professionals and support staff, fostering a high-performance culture and contributing to short to mid-term (1-3 years) talent optimization plans to execute on product strategies.
Accountable for the budget, performance, and results of a medium-sized team or multiple small product teams.
Monitors key performance indicators, analyzes market trends, and drives continuous improvement in product performance and profitability.
Addresses complex issues with impact beyond own team, leveraging a deep understanding of related disciplines.
Serves as a recognized expert in the product line area within the organization, influencing cross-functional teams including engineering, marketing, sales, and operations.
Applies acquired expertise to analyze and solve complex problems without clear precedent.
Identifies applications of functional knowledge and existing methodologies to solve intricate product challenges.
Anticipates internal and/or external business challenges and regulatory issues, driving continuous improvements in business processes, products, or service improvements, and introducing new perspectives on existing solutions.
Conducts thorough market research, competitive analysis, and customer feedback synthesis to identify unmet needs and opportunities for product innovation and differentiation.
Manages the product line budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and maximizing return on investment.