Vice President of Product (Brilliant Harvest)

As the Vice President of Product at Brilliant Harvest, you will oversee the entire product strategy, including leading the development of the product roadmap, conducting market analysis, and working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless product launches. Additionally, you will focus on building strategic partnerships with equipment dealers to expand market presence and represent the company at industry events.

To be considered for the Vice President of Product position at Brilliant Harvest, candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Agriculture, or a related field, with an MBA preferred. Candidates should also have a proven track record in product management or business development within the agri-tech sector, alongside strong relationships within agricultural equipment dealers.

Essential skills for the Vice President of Product role at Brilliant Harvest include excellent strategic thinking and analytical skills, strong communication and negotiation abilities, and demonstrated leadership experience. A deep understanding of agricultural technologies and market dynamics, alongside an entrepreneurial mindset, will further equip candidates for success in this position.

At Brilliant Harvest, the Vice President of Product is encouraged to mentor and develop the product team, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture. By setting clear objectives and performance metrics, you will not only guide your team towards success but also ensure continuous improvement and alignment with company goals.

For the Vice President of Product role at Brilliant Harvest, candidates should be prepared to travel as needed to meet with customers and team members. Additionally, if working remotely, there will be a requirement to travel to Calgary at least every two months for important meetings with the product and software engineering team.

In your response, highlight specific projects or successes where you led product strategy initiatives, focusing on how your approach aligned with market needs and customer feedback. Provide examples of how those strategies improved product adoption and market penetration.

Share your methods for collecting customer feedback, such as surveys, interviews, or direct interactions. Emphasize how you analyze this data to prioritize features and improvements that directly address customer pain points and enhance user experience.

Discuss your approach to relationship building, including how you would identify key dealers, initiate conversations, and foster ongoing partnerships. Highlight any previous successes in collaboration that led to significant growth or enhanced market presence.

Provide a specific example of a challenging product launch you managed, detailing the obstacles encountered. Discuss your problem-solving strategies, team collaborations, and the overall outcome of the launch, emphasizing your leadership skills.

Share the resources, networks, or platforms you utilize to keep informed on industry trends, regulatory changes, and technological advancements. Demonstrate how this knowledge influences your product strategy and decision-making processes.

Discuss your experience working with different functional teams such as engineering, marketing, and customer service. Highlight your collaboration techniques and how you ensure alignment and open communication throughout the product development process.

Describe initiatives or practices you implemented in your past positions that encouraged team members to think creatively and share ideas. Provide an example of how this culture of innovation led to successful product outcomes.

Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) you prioritize when evaluating product success, such as user engagement, market share, and customer satisfaction. Explain how you leverage these metrics to make informed decisions and drive continuous improvements.

Discuss how you would approach industry events to represent Brilliant Harvest, including networking strategies, presentation techniques, and the key messages you would share about the product line. Highlight any previous experiences at industry events.

Share your beliefs on the importance of mentorship within product development. Discuss your strategies for mentoring team members, supporting their growth, and how this positively impacts team performance and overall product success.