Senior Product Manager - MRV Platform
- Tokyo
- Partial Remote
- Full-time
- December 18, 2024
Description
Sagri is a pioneering AgriTech startup that combines satellite data, artificial intelligence, and grid technology to tackle critical challenges in agriculture and the environment. Our mission is to create value by visualizing agricultural land, enabling sustainable farming practices, reducing carbon emissions, and driving positive change for farmers, the planet, and future generations.
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Product Manager to lead the development and growth of our Measure, Report, and Verify (MRV) decarbonization platform. This role is crucial in our mission to help agricultural enterprises comply with the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and its Forest, Land, and Agriculture (FLAG) guidance.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for the MRV platform, aligning it with Sagri's overall mission and business objectives.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, data science, UX/UI, and business development, to deliver a world-class product.
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for innovation and differentiation.
- Gather and prioritize product requirements, working closely with stakeholders to understand their needs and pain points.
- Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for the MRV platform.
- Manage the product backlog, write detailed user stories, and work with the development team to ensure timely delivery of features.
- Act as the primary liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders, effectively communicating product vision, features, and timeline.
- Stay current with the latest carbon accounting trends, sustainable agriculture, and relevant technologies.
- Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to develop go-to-market strategies and product positioning.
- Represent Sagri at industry events and engage with key clients and partners.
Why Join Sagri?
At Sagri, you will have the unique opportunity to shape the future of agriculture and contribute to the fight against climate change. You will be at the forefront of developing cutting-edge solutions that impact sustainability and food security.
We offer:
- A dynamic and supportive work environment
- Competitive compensation package
- Opportunity for rapid career growth in a fast-expanding startup
- Chance to work with state-of-the-art technologies in AI, remote sensing, and data analytics
- Collaboration with a diverse, talented, and mission-driven team
- The satisfaction of knowing your work is making a positive difference in the world.
- We want to hear from you if you are passionate about leveraging technology to drive sustainable agriculture and combat climate change. Join us in our mission to create a more sustainable and resilient agricultural ecosystem for generations.
Sagri is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity in all its forms. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and help us cultivate a more inclusive and sustainable future.
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you're excited about this role and how your experience aligns with our requirements.
Selection Process
- Document screening
- First Interview + Presentation
- Second interview
- Final interview
- Offer meeting
Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field; MBA is a plus
- 5+ years of product management experience, preferably in AgriTech and environmental technologies.
- Strong understanding of agile development methodologies and experience working in fast-paced, iterative environments
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into user-friendly products
- Knowledge of carbon accounting principles, sustainability reporting frameworks (e.g., GHG Protocol), and agricultural practices
- Familiarity with remote sensing technologies, GIS, and data visualization tools is a plus.
- Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization
- Experience with data-driven decision-making and A/B testing methodologies
- Strong project management skills and attention to detail
- Passion for sustainability and leveraging technology to drive positive environmental impact
Preferred Experiences
Desired Qualities
- Resonate with Sagri's vision, mission, and values
- Desire to solve societal issues through innovative product development
- Keen on listening to customer feedback and responding earnestly
- Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, embracing significant changes
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
About Sagri
Sagri is a pioneering social impact startup leveraging satellite data and AI technology to address the global food crisis and climate change.
Sagri provides three primary services.
Actaba: This service focuses on surveying the use of agricultural land. It's already deployed in over 40 municipalities and aims to expand further, evolving based on customer feedback. Actaba stands out as it has no direct competitors and has received positive evaluations from its users.
Detaba: This is an app for surveying crop planting. Utilizing satellite imagery, Detaba infers the crops planted in a given area. This aids municipalities in ensuring lands are used as declared, simplifying the process of granting subsidies and gathering statistical data.
Sagri: Sagri is an app tailored for farming operations. It assists in optimizing fertilizer use by analyzing soil components through satellite imagery. Minimizing excess fertilizer use reduces workload and addresses environmental concerns like global warming.
These services aim to support sustainable agriculture, reduce carbon emissions, and improve farmers' profitability by leveraging carbon credits, particularly in emerging countries.
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