Job Description

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future

Nutreco is a member of the SHV family, and we are committed to 'Feeding the Future' through sustainable and innovative practices. Nutreco has two business lines: Skretting is a leading global provider of innovative aquafeed solutions, revolutionizing aquaculture for a sustainable future. Trouw Nutrition specializes in animal nutrition and is committed to advancing livestock health and productivity through cutting-edge solutions. 

About Nutreco Exploration

Nutreco Exploration (NutEx) is the ingredient development partner for all Nutreco business lines—Trouw Nutrition and Skretting. With expertise in Phytotechnology and Microtechnology, we ‘Discover, Create, and Produce‘ innovative products that integrate into Nutreco’s feeding solutions—enhancing their impact on the health and welfare of aquatic and land animals. Our vision is to develop a proprietary portfolio of high-impact solutions backed by patents, regulatory approvals, and deep scientific understanding.

At our state-of-the-art Nutreco’s Garden of the Future facility in Arbon, Switzerland - situated in the renowned Phyto-Valley - we operate as a dynamic and agile team of 20 experts. While part of Nutreco’s global network of 13,000 employees, our work is highly specialized, giving us the feel of a fast-paced, innovation-driven startup.

Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. We embrace a flexible, hands-on approach, where team members contribute across different areas and support one another in achieving shared goals. Our work environment encourages continuous learning and close teamwork, with in-person collaboration helping to spark new ideas and drive innovation forward.

This is where you come in. We are creating a new function in Product Development at NutEx to manage existing and future products in the area of Phytotechnology. You will be closely coordinating with NutEx Domestication and Supply as well as Blueprint functions. There will also be close interaction with product managers within the Skretting and Trouw Nutrition Marketing teams.

Responsibilities:

Product Management

• Establish and lead the product management function for Phytotechnology within NutEx.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive product value propositions and technical dossiers.

• Oversee the full product lifecycle, including post-launch optimization and continuous improvement.

• Ensure products meet business objectives, market demands, and regulatory requirements.

• Manage all intellectual property, authorizations, registrations, and compliance matters related to the product portfolio.

Edgeos Brand - Content and Documentation

• Manage all product-related visuals and artwork, maintaining consistency across platforms.

• Support the management and development of the Edgeos brand, ensuring alignment with corporate branding and communication strategies.

• Collaborate with corporate communications and marketing teams to enhance brand recognition and value across markets.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as a key liaison with Supply & Demand and Blueprint teams to align on product strategy and execution.

• Provide product expertise to the Discovery Team, supporting ongoing innovation and knowledge-building efforts.

• Engage with commercial teams in Skretting and Trouw Nutrition to ensure seamless market integration and feedback loops.

Skills and Expertise:

• Proven experience in a product management function related to medicinal plants, Phytotechnology.

• Proven track record in content development, project management, and marketing material creation.

• Strong content writing capabilities.

• Hands-on approach with a proactive, execution-driven mindset.

• Engaged, creative, and driven individual who excels in a collaborative, cross-functional team setting.

• Willingness to explore new territory, take risks, and contribute to innovative solutions.

Global Benefits:

• A full-time position in an international, dynamic environment, based in Nutreco’s Garden of the Future in Arbon, Switzerland.

• Competitive remuneration package, good pension scheme, and 25 vacation days.

• Opportunities for professional growth within Nutreco and the broader SHV group.

• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning platform and we highly promote/create opportunities for personal and professional development.

• An informal global working environment with great colleagues.

Next Steps:

We value a seamless candidate experience and would like to respond within five (5) business days. The hiring process typically takes 4-6 weeks. For more information, please contact Sophie Grünewald [sophie.grunewald@nutreco.com]. We appreciate your interest in joining our mission to innovate and sustainably shape the future of food production.