Product Manager – Corn Sweeteners

Role Overview

• Manage products in the Corn Sweeteners ingredient lines by working closely with designated vendors, internal customers including sales, customer service and technical support.
• Develop strong working relationships and strategic partnerships with Batory Foods vendors.
• Lead and support vendor contract negotiations to ensure favorable terms and mutual value.
• Participate in vendor-led training sessions to deepen understanding of product functionality, applications, and target markets.
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of product characteristics, uses, and customer applications to identify growth opportunities.
• Serve as an internal subject matter expert and primary point of contact for the sales team regarding product line inquiries.
• Collaborate closely with Sales and Inventory teams to maximize profit margins and minimize aged inventory.
• Build an understanding of market pricing dynamics, including distribution versus direct sales channels.
• Partner with Sales to establish and recommend strategic pricing models.
• Work with vendors to identify additional LTL opportunities and strategic alignment initiatives.
• Identify new market segments and target industries for expansion.
• Analyze competitive landscape and develop strategies to effectively position products in the marketplace.
• Support and execute sales and market strategies as directed by Senior Management.
• Collaborate with fellow Product Managers to develop complementary product strategies and cross-selling initiatives.
• Partner with Sales Managers and Account Managers through direct customer communication, site visits, and participation in sales meetings to drive product line growth.
• Travel as required to industry events, customer visits, and vendor meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• 8–10 years of commercial sales or product management experience.
• Demonstrated expertise and deep industry knowledge within the Corn Sweeteners market.
• Ability and willingness to travel 30–50%, including overnight travel as needed.
• Proven ability to manage multiple product lines and SKUs simultaneously with strategic focus and discipline.
• Acts with integrity and transparency, consistently building trust in all professional interactions.
• Self-motivated and results-driven; demonstrates initiative and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and experience with ERP and CRM platforms, including Microsoft D365.
• Strong analytical capabilities with the confidence to engage in technical discussions and interpret complex data.

Tech Stack

• ERP

Benefits

• 14 holidays with an end of year holiday refresh break
• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
• 401K Plan & Profit-Sharing program
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Be Positively Excellent well-being program
• Term Life Insurance Plan
• Standard Disability Plan