• Director, Global Product Manager

    AGI (Naperville, IL)


    Description

    Position Title: Director, Global Product Manager

     

    Compensation Range: $170,000 - $230,00 Based on Experience

     

    Department: Global Product Management

     

    About AGI

     

    AGI is a global food-based infrastructure company publicly traded in Canada. With over 3,800 employees and over 30 global manufacturing brands, AGI is a leading provider of equipment and technology solutions for agricultural commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain and feed systems and an expanding platform for food processing facilities.

     

    The Opportunity

     

    We are seeking an experienced leader with strong mechanical engineering and industry expertise to drive the strategy, development, and growth of our global storage and structure product lines. This role focuses on ensuring our products meet market needs, remain competitive, and deliver profitable results worldwide.

    Responsibilities:

    + Lead global product strategy, roadmaps, and development for storage products.

    + Apply engineering knowledge to evaluate product performance, profitability, and competitiveness.

    + Oversee full product lifecycle, from design and market introduction to adoption and performance improvements.

    + Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and sourcing teams to ensure robust product design and delivery.

    + Guide product team and train regional leaders on product strategy and execution.

    + Ensure products meet global standards while adapting to local market requirements.

    + Drive new product development and improvements using industry and engineering insights.

    + Support sales and marketing teams with technical expertise and product tools.

    Qualifications:

    + Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Process, or Agricultural Engineering (required).

    + Master of Business Administration (MBA) preferred.

    + 10+ years of product management experience in industrial or engineering-based products.

    + Proven record of managing complex product portfolios and driving profitable growth.

    + Strong background in mechanical systems, product innovation, and industry applications.

    + Ability to bridge technical engineering knowledge with business strategy.

    + Experience working in a global matrix organization with cross-functional leadership.

     

    Why AGI?

    We’re leading the way in global food supply chain solutions and here’s how:

    We’re the leading global expert in providing farmers, processors and commercial customers with the right equipment and customized engineering solutions to produce, protect and deliver the world’s grain, fertilizer, seed, feed and food supplies. Dedicated to safety, innovation and customization, AGI offers one of the largest catalogs of equipment and full-service planning and engineering services for the storage, blending, mixing, conveying, conditioning, and processing of agricultural products worldwide. Supported by an extensive in-country sales and service team, AGI provides a global distribution network and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Brazil, India, France, and Italy.

     

    Our Culture

     

    Safety and teamwork are the cornerstones of our global culture. In all aspects of our business, diverse and inclusive teams work together to deliver quality products, solutions, and services for our customers around the world.

    Benefits offered:

    + Annual bonus plan

    + Paid Time Off

    + Medical

    + Dental

    + Vision

    + Life and AD&D

    + Short Term Disability

    + Long Term Disability

    + Voluntary Life

    + Employee Assistance Program

    + Spending Accounts

    + 401k with match

    + Employee Stock Purchase Plan with match

     

    With AGI, you’re choosing an employer dedicated to strengthening and securing the global food supply chain.

     

    AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

     

    Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer

     

    This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

     

    For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.