Job description

Limagrain, the world's fourth largest seed producer, is an international cooperative group created and managed by French farmers. As a creator and producer of plant varieties, Limagrain markets field crop seeds, vegetable seeds, and cereal products.

HM.Clause, business unit of the Limagrain Group, is a global leader in the development, production, and marketing of vegetable seeds. HM.Clause is one of the top five vegetable seed companies in the world. With more than 2,000 varieties in over 20 vegetable crops, HM.Clause provides innovative solutions to growers around the world.

Function

HM.Clause is recruiting a Product Manager (M/F) for broccoli and carrot, on a permanent contract based in Portes-lès-Valence (26) or Angers (49), started in early April.

Reporting to the Portfolio Lead and working within an international team, the Product Manager (M/F) manages a portfolio of varieties (broccoli and carrot) across all markets and its development within their geographical area. He/she contributes to medium- and long-term research directions in collaboration with breeders and to the development of turnover and margins.

Main Goal

Species strategy:

• Develop the « species » strategy and coordinate actions/projects related to the implementation of this strategy with all internal stakeholders.

• Develop new concepts and new products in collaboration with breeders, product development and sales teams.

Product lifecycle management:

• Ensure rigorous management of the product lifecycle in collaboration with production, product development and sales teams, particularly when launching new products and ranges.

• Lead the new product launch process and product advancement decisions.

• Coordinate new product development plans with breeders and product development teams.
• Coordinate the overall positioning of products (target markets, pricing by region, development objectives, etc.).

Commercial prospects and product communication:

• Support sales teams with appropriate recommendations in terms of positioning, pricing for value, and technical data.

• Challenge development plans and sales forecasts.

• Monitor and control the implementation of the product promotion strategy, in line with the overall strategic plan for the species.

Market knowledge:

• Update market information worldwide and identify trends and future demands (agronomy, customers, consumers).

• Maintain active monitoring of the competition.

Seed technology:

• Identify and monitor species requirements with the seed technology teams.

• Support the team in launching seed technology solutions (price positioning, technical aspects, recommendations, etc.).

 
This position is eligible for remote working (1 day per week, and 2 days per week after a year working on the position).
Regular business travels are expected, particularly in Sain, and in the USA. More occasional business travels may also be required in China, Mexico, and Australia.

What we expect of you

Master’s degree in agricultural engineering, or agronomy.

Proven experience in one of the disciplines of the position (minimum 4 years): breeding, product development, agricultural production, sales, or marketing.

Skills in marketing, product range management, and market analysis.

Fluent in French and English; basic skills in another language would be an advantage, particularly Spanish.

Technical knowledge of vegetable seeds (biology, agronomy, genetics, etc.).

Leadership / Ability to lead cross-functional projects.

Analytical and synthesis skills.

Open-mindedness, curiosity, and proactive mindset.

Customer-oriented.

Ability to work in intercultural teams.

Rigorousness and organizational skills.

Your benefits and working environment

Compensation:

• A fixed salary plus a 13th-month bonus
• A profit-sharing bonus based on company results
• An incentive bonus linked to Limagrain Group performance

Benefits:

• Comprehensive coverage for employees and their families including a competitive health insurance plan, 60% funded by HM.Clause, and a disability and life insurance plan
• A unique retirement savings plan
• A group savings plan
• Meal vouchers worth €8.50, 60% funded by HM.Clause

Other benefits:

• Access to an extensive training catalog and an e-learning platform to develop your skills
• Opportunities for geographical mobility within the Limagrain group
• A Sustainable Mobility Package to support eco-friendly commuting, plus on-site charging stations
• A social support service to assist with administrative tasks, everyday life matters, and special situations involving family or personal needs
• An attractive Works Council (CSE)
• Various collaborative and festive company events throughout the year