Associate Director, Product Management – Animal Nutrition

Role Overview

• Lead product management and commercial strategy for the AjiPro® portfolio, including rumen-protected lysine and amino acid technologies
• Develop and execute growth strategies to expand adoption across dairy, beef, and livestock production markets
• Drive customer acquisition and expand commercial presence across North America
• Partner with Sales and Marketing teams to strengthen customer engagement and market positioning
• Support global product strategy execution through knowledge sharing and supply coordination
• Develop initiatives to support greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction programs within livestock production systems
• Identify and implement opportunities to monetize sustainability-driven nutrition technologies
• Support sustainability strategy initiatives aligned with global environmental goals
• Collaborate with global teams to scale environmentally responsible feed additive solutions
• Develop mid
• to long-term product supply strategies for AjiPro® products and key raw materials, including lysine
• Support capacity expansion planning and readiness for production growth
• Optimize profitability through coordination across Sales, Finance, and Supply Chain teams
• Lead development of integrated sales and production planning strategies
• Support operational governance and business alignment across AHN CFS operations
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and profitability management activities
• Serve as primary liaison between AHN, AJICO, and global stakeholders
• Support regulatory compliance and product registration across export markets
• Lead commercialization of new and enhanced amino acid product offerings
• Develop market strategies for single amino acids, including tryptophan and lysine
• Partner with R&D and Innovation teams to support product pipeline development
• Evaluate competitive landscape and identify new growth opportunities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required in one of the following:
• Animal Science
• Veterinary Science
• Nutrition
• Physiology
• Pharmacy
• Agricultural Science
• Food Science
• Chemistry
• Related Scientific Discipline
• Master’s degree, MBA, or advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in product management, business strategy, or commercial leadership within:
• Animal Nutrition
• Feed Additives
• Amino Acids
• Livestock Nutrition
• Food or Ingredient Manufacturing
• Demonstrated experience driving product commercialization and growth strategy
• Experience in ruminant nutrition (dairy or beef) strongly preferred
• Experience working in global or matrix organizations preferred
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and strategic initiatives
• Technical Skills
• Microsoft Office Suite
• SAP
• Salesforce
• Power BI
• CRM and ERP systems
• Financial and forecasting tools
• Strong knowledge of animal nutrition and feed additive markets
• Strategic thinking and long-term planning capability
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams
• Experience presenting to senior leadership and external stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal and leadership capabilities

Tech Stack

• ERP

Benefits

• Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Opportunity
• 401(k) with Company Contributions
• Medical, Dental, and Vision — Effective Day 1
• Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Floating Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Programs and Yearly Wellness Reimbursement
• Work Flexibility
• Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
• Career Growth and Development within a Global Organization
• Company-Provided Mental Health and Caregiving support