A LITTLE INFORMATION ABOUT US Foods Connected is an award winning cloud based software platform that helps retailers and food companies across the world manage their supply chain, quality control and trading and planning management. Our software solutions are currently utilised by 10 of the largest food retailers in the world. As a team, we provide tools that help our customers manage their processes in a fast and efficient way and provide real-time visibility and reporting on what is happening in their business. At Foods Connected, we recognise that our employees are our most important asset and we value creating a great working environment to ensure our team enjoy coming into the office every day working together and solving problems for our customers. Whether we are in the middle of a fast and intense development sprint, on a Teams call discussing our project statuses or enjoying a game of ping-pong or pool in the office, it is important to us that our employees are happy and delivering the best possible result for our customers. We’re always keen to welcome talented individuals to join our expanding team in Northern Ireland. So if you’re driven, with a passion for developing simple software solutions, creating great user experiences, designing scalable solutions for real business challenges and ensuring customer happiness then we’re looking for you IS THIS SOMETHING THAT INTERESTS YOU? The Head of Product will have responsibility for creating a vision of desired capabilities of the Foods Connected platform to enable and support our business strategy and priorities as we scale for long-term growth. As the Head of Product you will have ownership of and drive the roadmap and execution towards achieving this vision through collaboration with the Development team, Customer Success team and our Marketing team. You will identify solution-focused product enhancements, define the work required & work with Project and Technical teams to deliver measurably successful improvements. The Head of Product will manage a team consisting of a number of Product Managers, Business Analysts and work in close collaboration with our Engineering and Customer Success teams. RESPONSIBILITIES: Strategic Planning and Management In partnership with Foods Connected Senior Leadership Team, create a future state multi-year roadmap of desired capabilities for the Foods Connected platform, aligned to business strategy/priorities and to scale for growth. Execute against the company’s product strategy and realise our product roadmap across multiple product lines. Currently Foods, Clothing & Racing. You will be responsible for aligning product strategy with Foods Connected’s long term vision and growth objectives. Improve Product Operations across all product lines and enable all product managers to deliver against roadmap targets. Utilise data analytics to track product performance, identify trends and make informed decisions. You will take the lead on communicating the product vision, strategy, and progress to stakeholders, including executives and customers. Drive action throughout the organisation to successfully launch products and features to market. Support the creation and management of pricing models for each product. Create a roadmap and execution plan for delivering towards the desired future vision and needed capabilities. Apply agile mindset and iterative planning approach to product development to increase efficiencies. Product Team Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing product team, fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. This will include Business Analysts, Product Owners, and a UX/UI Design and Research team. Ensure the product team delivers high-quality output by providing clear guidance, support, and accountability. Act as the primary liaison between software engineers, customer success/implementation teams, and other key stakeholders both internal and external. Champion client needs, ensuring the development of features and integrations that address pain points and deliver value. Work closely with technical teams to ensure scalability, performance, and usability of the platform. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science or a, Business related field. Preferred Qualifications: 8 years of experience in product management roles, with at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership capacity. Certification in Product Management or Agile frameworks (e.g., Certified Scrum Product Owner, SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager) is a bonus. Excellent communication, project management, and organizational skills. Experience within the software-as-a-service (SaaS) industry or similar software businesses. Familiarity with the specific challenges and opportunities in industries such as food, agriculture, or supply chain management is a plus. Experience Required: To perform this job successfully, the Head of Product should have experience with: Familiarity with modern software development tools and methodologies, including Jira, Confluence, or similar platforms. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a user-centered design mindset. Deep understanding of Agile methodologies, with a focus on value-driven delivery. Strong presentation and facilitation skills, capable of representing the company and product vision effectively. Experience working with enterprise clients and managing complex integration requirements. BENEFITS: Competitive Base Salary Employee Performance Related Bonus Clear Career Progression Flexible Working Hours Generous Holiday Package - 25 Days 10 Public Holidays Secure Company Hardware Private Healthcare & Employee Wellness Classes