Ag Growth International

Group Product Manager

Ag Growth International$100K — $130K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Computer Science, or related field; MBA preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience in product management or engineering leadership, particularly in technology-driven products.
  • Proven ability to define product strategy and execute lifecycle management across multiple platforms.
  • Strong knowledge of electronic hardware and firmware, as well as the integration of digital experiences with physical products.
  • Data-driven with experience in creating and utilizing product performance metrics to inform decisions and optimize outcomes.
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Define and communicate a clear product vision and multi-year roadmap aligned with AGI strategy.
  • Translate customer insights into actionable initiatives and business cases.
  • Drive product lifecycle execution from concept to launch and beyond.
  • Establish performance metrics and leverage data for ongoing improvement.
  • Foster a product-centric culture and ensure cross-functional collaboration across teams.
  • Lead discovery sessions with stakeholders to gather insights for roadmap prioritization.
  • Work closely with Sales and Marketing on product launch and market readiness efforts.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Opportunity to lead and develop a high-performing product management team.
  • Access to cutting-edge digital and connected solutions.
  • Engagement with customers to directly validate and enhance product offerings.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development within the organization.
Full Job Description
Position Title: Group Product Manager - Digital Platform
Department: Product Management
Location: Lenexa, KS


The Opportunity

The Group Product Manager for Digital Platforms (BinManager, Farmobile, CMC, and AGI commercial controls) owns the end-to-end strategy, roadmap, and business outcomes for a portfolio of digital and connected solutions. This role leads a team of product managers/product owners and collaborates closely with Engineering, Design, Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Executive Leadership to deliver products that solve customer problems, differentiate AGI in the market, and drive measurable commercial value.

Responsibilities:
  • Defining a clear product vision and multi-year roadmap aligned to AGI strategy
  • Translating customer and market insights into prioritized initiatives and business cases
  • Driving lifecycle execution from concept through launch, scale, sustainment, and end-of-life
  • Establishing product performance metrics and using data to improve outcomes
  • Creating a strong product culture, operating cadence, and cross-functional alignment
  • Define and communicate product vision, positioning, and a prioritized roadmap across the digital portfolio aligned to AGI strategy; make clear investment trade-offs based on customer value, risk, and ROI.
  • Lead discovery with customers, dealers/channel partners, and internal stakeholders; synthesize voice-of-customer, competitive insights, and usage/performance data into requirements and roadmap priorities.
  • Partner with Sales/Marketing on product launches, messaging, enablement, and field readiness; contribute to pricing/packaging inputs and adoption plans to ensure solutions succeed in market.
  • Own roadmap governance and backlog prioritization; align stakeholders on sequencing, scope, and release plans; ensure decisions are transparent and supported by data.
  • Drive end-to-end lifecycle management for software, connected hardware, and services, including launch planning, sustainment, continuous improvement, technical debt prioritization, and end-of-life planning.
  • Lead cross-functional collaboration between Engineering, Design, Manufacturing/Operations, Support, and Commercial teams to ensure timely delivery and strong customer experience; remove blockers and manage dependencies.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team; define roles and ways of working; build product management capability, standards, and discipline across the organization.
  • Establish and track KPIs (e.g., adoption, retention, reliability, customer satisfaction, revenue/margin contribution, and delivery predictability); prepare and deliver executive updates on performance, risks, and strategic recommendations.
  • Ensure products and processes align to AGI's Code of Business Ethics and applicable compliance requirements.
  • Direct engagement to validate problems, test concepts, confirm value, and gather feedback post-launch.
  • Input into workflows, enablement needs, onboarding friction, and adoption drivers.
  • Joint ownership of feasibility, technical approach, release planning, and quality/reliability outcomes.
  • Collaboration on innovation, roadmap discovery, and new product incubation.
  • Alignment for connected hardware integration, field/service implications, and lifecycle support.
  • Launch planning, positioning, enablement, and feedback loops from the field.
  • Insights on defects, root causes, customer friction, and prioritization of fixes and improvements.
  • Regular reporting on product performance, investment needs, portfolio risks, and strategic decisions.
  • Maintain awareness of market trends and emerging needs relevant to AGI Digital solutions.
  • Number of direct reports: 8-10
  • Number of indirect reports: 12+
  • Accountable for team performance management, coaching and development, hiring/succession planning, and establishing consistent product management practices and operating cadence across the portfolio.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Computer Science, or related field; MBA preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience spanning product management and/or engineering leadership in technology-enabled products (software, connected hardware/IoT, firmware, data-driven solutions, or industrial technology).
  • Demonstrated success owning product strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle execution across multiple products or platforms.
  • Strong understanding of electronic hardware, firmware, and the integration of digital/software experiences with physical products.
  • Data-driven mindset with experience defining and using product KPIs to drive decisions and continuous improvement.
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.

About Ag Growth International

Ag Growth International is a leading manufacturer of portable and stationary grain handling, storage and conditioning equipment, including augers, belt conveyors, grain storage bins, grain handling accessories, grain aeration equipment and grain drying systems. AGI has manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Italy, Brazil and the United Kingdom, as well as a global network of distribution partners. The company's products are sold under the brand names Batco, Wheatheart, Westfield, Storm, REM, Hutchinson, Mayrath, Hi Roller, Union Iron, PTM Technology and Tramco.
Learn more about Ag Growth International
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$47 million
Founded
1996
5 Year Trend
+12%
Revenue
$1 billion
NASDAQ

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