Group Lead – Product Manager, Feed Certification

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Team Lead / Product Manager leading a team in animal feed production at SGS. Fostering strategic relationships and optimizing the product portfolio for innovation.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide technical and disciplinary leadership for the Feed team of approximately five employees
  • Provide professional support to national and international clients in the field of animal feed production
  • Build strategic relationships with customers, research institutions, and industry partners
  • Analyze and optimize the product portfolio with a focus on innovation and quality
  • Lead and implement effective projects to advance testing standards
  • Perform system, product, and supplier audits in the feed sector according to specific standards (e.g., GMP+, QS Quality and Safety, KAT, VLOG)
  • Monitor and analyze market trends to identify opportunities for developing new products and improving existing ones
  • Provide expert consulting to support compliance with regulations and certification requirements in the feed industry
  • Develop and deliver training programs for internal teams and clients on feed certification standards and best practices
  • Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade shows to promote feed certification services and products

Requirements:

  • University degree (preferably in agricultural sciences)
  • Several years of experience and strong knowledge in feed production and quality management (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, GMP+, QS, KAT, feed analytics, etc.)
  • Ideally trained as an auditor according to DIN 19011
  • Willingness to travel (national/international) and very good German and English language skills
  • Strong customer orientation, excellent communication skills, and professional presence
  • Class B driving license and proficient in MS Office

Benefits:

  • Flexible working hours
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Remote/mobile working
  • Health and wellness programs
  • Subsidy for Deutschlandticket (public transportation pass)
  • JobBike (company bicycle program)
  • Company pension plan
  • Employee discounts for shopping, gym memberships, etc.
  • Diversity and inclusion as part of the company culture

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