Product Manager Marrone Organic Innovations

Marrone Bio Innovations (MBI) is a dynamic and creative venture capital-backed company located in Davis, CA that is changing the way crops are grown by developing and marketing effective, safe, environmentally friendly plant protection products for conventional and organic agriculture. MBI is also developing products to address aquatic pests such as zebra and quagga mussels. MBI is looking for an experienced agribusiness product manager to develop and support marketing and sales efforts of new products, reporting directly to the Senior V.P. of Commercial Operations.

Product Manager: If you are an experienced marketing professional in the plant protection industry, and have the desire and ability to grow your career in the rapidly growing biopesticides industry, Marrone Bio Innovations has an outstanding opportunity for you. As Product Manager you will provide knowledge, strategy and leadership for our growing product portfolio and market segments, and have the opportunity to make a significant impact on both our companys growth and the future of sustainable agriculture.

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

Provide in-depth market, industry and competitive analysis and positioning for upcoming product launches
Interact with Supply Chain, Regulatory, R&D, Product Development and Sales Departments to ensure product formulations, labeling, registrations, product supply and demand, competitive pricing and sales support are in place to optimize customer satisfaction and value to MBIs business.
Develop pricing and packaging strategies.
Plan, design, develop and execute marketing plans to meet and exceed budgeted sales and profit goals. Develop product positioning and messaging that differentiates MBI products in the market. Identify product and market opportunities to grow MBIs business.
Work with outside agencies and internal resources to develop innovative and effective marketing/sales communications methods and content to maximize customer interest in MBI and its products.

Provide market analyses and reports, and communicate product positioning, value proposition and marketing objectives to Management and Sales. Develop the sales tools that support the selling process.
Develop, monitor and update product forecasts, marketing and financial plans.
Build and maintain strategic relationships with key customers and industry peers, in concert with the sales team, to gain market insights and enhance overall customer relationships with MBI.

Education, Experience and Skill Requirements:

Minimum Bachelors degree required, preferably with a concentration in agriculture or related field of business
Minimum 5 years relevant experience in the plant protection industry required, preferably in multiple roles and markets. Ideal candidate will have both sales and product management experience and knowledge of both chemical and biopesticide markets
Experience in market analysis, forecasting, budget planning, and communications management skills required, including working with advertising & PR agencies
Demonstrated success in product launches and end-to-end execution of marketing strategies
Ability to coordinate and interact with other departments to shape and achieve marketing goals without formal authority
Creativity, leadership, strategic thinking and excellent written and oral communications skills required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office product suite is required

Compensation will be dependent on individual experience. Marrone Bio Innovations offers a competitive benefits program including: Stock options, a 401(K) plan with up to a 4 match, a health plan including medical and dental coverage, life insurance coverage, long term disability, and a flexible spending account for dependent child care or medical expenses, and a culture where innovation and teamwork are keys to success and where individuals have the opportunity to grow professionally to reach their full potential.

MBI is an equal-opportunity employer. A pre-employment drug screen will be required.

Location:	2121 Second Street B-107 Davis, CA 95618 United States