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Kemin Industries · 1 day ago

Global Product Lead - Pet Health & Wellbeing

Kemin Industries is a privately held, family-owned global biotechnology company committed to transforming the quality of life for people, pets, and the planet. The Global Product Lead for Pet Health & Wellbeing will define the long-term product vision and manage a global portfolio of specialty ingredients that support the health and vitality of pets, driving growth and innovation across the business.

BiotechnologyFood and BeverageSustainability
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Responsibilities

Develop and own the global product strategy for the Pet Health & Wellbeing portfolio, including positioning, value propositions, and long‑term roadmap
Identify market trends, customer needs, and competitive dynamics to guide portfolio evolution and innovation priorities
Responsible for global revenue, margin, and portfolio performance. Portfolio includes functional ingredients supporting pet health outcomes such as digestion, immunity, vitality, and overall wellbeing
Lead global lifecycle management, including optimization, rationalization, and new product introductions
Collaborate closely with R&D to define technical requirements, claims strategy, and development priorities
Support clinical research, application development, and regulatory planning to ensure successful commercialization
Develop sales tools, training materials, and technical narratives that elevate customer conversations
Support key customer engagements, including strategic accounts, co‑development opportunities, and industry events
Facilitate strong communication flow between R&D, regulatory, operations, and commercial teams
Maintain a deep understanding of the pet health ecosystem, including pet food manufacturers, supplement brands, veterinary influencers, and emerging trends
Conduct competitive assessments and identify whitespace opportunities for differentiation

Qualification

Product managementPet nutrition expertiseMarketing experienceAnalytical skillsCross-functional leadershipGlobal mindsetCommunicationStrategic thinking

Required

Bachelors Degree in Business, Animal Science, Nutrition, or a related field
8+ years of experience in product management, marketing, or commercial roles within pet nutrition, animal health, or B2B ingredients
Strong understanding of pet food and pet supplement industries, including regulatory considerations
Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and influence without authority
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into compelling value stories
Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and a bias for action
Global mindset and experience working across regions and cultures

Preferred

MBA preferred

Benefits

Competitive Financial Package : Enjoy a rewarding salary, uncapped bonus opportunities, a 401k match program, and generous paid vacation and holidays.
Health and Wellness Support : Stay fit and healthy with our fitness reimbursement for the whole family, access to an on-site fitness center, a restaurant offering seasonal fresh food options, and free fresh fruit in break areas.
Career Development and Advancement : Unlock your potential with opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.
Continued Learning Opportunities : Grow your skills with our in-house learning platforms, offering thousands of training resources both live and online, and take advantage of tuition reimbursement for external post-secondary pursuits.
Service Opportunities : Make a positive impact with paid time off for service, partnerships with The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, and local community initiatives.

Company

Kemin Industries

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Kemin Industries provides health-related products to improve the quality, safety, and efficacy of food.

H1B Sponsorship

Kemin Industries has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (4)
2024 (2)
2023 (4)
2022 (3)
2021 (2)
2020 (4)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$260M
2025-12-01Debt Financing· $50M
2025-02-12Debt Financing· $20M
2023-04-25Debt Financing· $65M

Leadership Team

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Jason Shelton
Vice President Research And Development
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Adriano Di Toppa
Enterprise Data Manager
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