Group Product Manager Jobs in Iowa
Group Product Manager jobs in Iowa are steadily active, concentrated in financial services, insurance technology, agricultural technology, and healthcare software, with demand at the senior individual contributor through director levels. Des Moines and Cedar Rapids anchor most of the hiring, with a smaller but growing cluster in Iowa City, and established employers like Principal Financial Group, Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield, and Corteva Agriscience regularly seek group product managers to lead platform and product suite work. Cross-functional roadmap leadership and B2B SaaS product ownership are the most in-demand specialties in the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Emerson is seeking an accomplished and experienced Director of Engineering to lead our Special Products Group. The Special Products Group is comprised of three distinct engineering teams (process, steam conditioning and gate/globe/check) designing innovative solutions and product modifications tailored to customer specifications. The annual value of these solutions is $170M to $220M. The selected individual will be responsible for leading the leaders of the product engineering teams. Engineering teams are in Marshalltown, Iowa, USA; Tianjin, China; Seregno, Italy; and Chennai, India. The position reports directly to the Vice President, Product Engineering and Engineered Specials.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
- Lead and oversee a team of engineering managers responsible for designing specialized product solutions. Direct reports are based in Marshalltown, USA, and Seregno, Italy. Indirect (“dotted line”) reports are based in Chennai, India, Tianjin, China; Cernay, France, and Dubai, UAE.
- Develop, implement and manage a global demand and supply (resource) plan for the Special Products engineering team.
- Develop, implement, and monitor global metrics (quality, performance and productivity) to ensure engineering work meets Emerson quality targets and service levels meet or exceed market requirements.
- Partner with World Area and regional engineering teams based in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and North America to maintain compliance with established engineering standards and metrics.
- Ensure all activities adhere to industry standards, government regulations, and Emerson’s quality and safety policies.
- Establish strategic direction and long-term objectives for the department, aligning with Flow Controls business goals.
- Monitor market trends, technological advancements, and competitor offerings to sustain Emerson's competitive positioning.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging innovation and operational efficiency within engineering processes.
- Identify and implement relevant uses for Intelligent Automation and Artificial Intelligence to enable productivity for engineers.
- Mentor and develop team members by providing guidance, support, opportunities for professional growth, and conducting regular performance evaluations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including sales, marketing, and manufacturing—to drive profitable growth and expand gross profit margins. Serve as a member of the Product Engineering and Engineered Products senior leadership team.
For This Role, You Will Need:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering required; advanced degree or MBA is desired.
- At least 10 years of experience in sales or engineering management.
- Proven leadership in overseeing multidisciplinary engineering groups within dynamic environments promoting collaboration.
- History of driving process improvements, enhancing quality, and increasing efficiency within engineering projects.
- Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities, with a proven capacity to align business objectives with technical requirements.
- Ability to travel (USA and international) for internal Emerson meetings / presentations, customer meetings, and industry events.
Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future.
Our Culture and Commitment To You:
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
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WHY EMERSON
Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.
Work Authorization
Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation
If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com .
ABOUT EMERSON
Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.
With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.
We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!
No calls or agencies please.
Emerson is seeking an accomplished and experienced Director of Engineering to lead our Special Products Group. The Special Products Group is comprised of three distinct engineering teams (process, steam conditioning and gate/globe/check) designing innovative solutions and product modifications tailored to customer specifications. The annual value of these solutions is $170M to $220M. The selected individual will be responsible for leading the leaders of the product engineering teams. Engineering teams are in Marshalltown, Iowa, USA; Tianjin, China; Seregno, Italy; and Chennai, India. The position reports directly to the Vice President, Product Engineering and Engineered Specials.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
- Lead and oversee a team of engineering managers responsible for designing specialized product solutions. Direct reports are based in Marshalltown, USA, and Seregno, Italy. Indirect (“dotted line”) reports are based in Chennai, India, Tianjin, China; Cernay, France, and Dubai, UAE.
- Develop, implement and manage a global demand and supply (resource) plan for the Special Products engineering team.
- Develop, implement, and monitor global metrics (quality, performance and productivity) to ensure engineering work meets Emerson quality targets and service levels meet or exceed market requirements.
- Partner with World Area and regional engineering teams based in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and North America to maintain compliance with established engineering standards and metrics.
- Ensure all activities adhere to industry standards, government regulations, and Emerson’s quality and safety policies.
- Establish strategic direction and long-term objectives for the department, aligning with Flow Controls business goals.
- Monitor market trends, technological advancements, and competitor offerings to sustain Emerson's competitive positioning.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging innovation and operational efficiency within engineering processes.
- Identify and implement relevant uses for Intelligent Automation and Artificial Intelligence to enable productivity for engineers.
- Mentor and develop team members by providing guidance, support, opportunities for professional growth, and conducting regular performance evaluations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including sales, marketing, and manufacturing—to drive profitable growth and expand gross profit margins. Serve as a member of the Product Engineering and Engineered Products senior leadership team.
For This Role, You Will Need:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering required; advanced degree or MBA is desired.
- At least 10 years of experience in sales or engineering management.
- Proven leadership in overseeing multidisciplinary engineering groups within dynamic environments promoting collaboration.
- History of driving process improvements, enhancing quality, and increasing efficiency within engineering projects.
- Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities, with a proven capacity to align business objectives with technical requirements.
- Ability to travel (USA and international) for internal Emerson meetings / presentations, customer meetings, and industry events.
Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future.
Our Culture and Commitment To You:
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
#LI-BS
WHY EMERSON
Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.
Work Authorization
Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation
If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com .
ABOUT EMERSON
Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.
With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.
We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!
No calls or agencies please.
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Group Product Manager Job Market in Iowa
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Who's Hiring
- KALCON5
- Casey's2
- Trinity Health2
- MidAmerican Energy2
- The University of Iowa2
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail4
- Energy2
- Education2
- Healthcare & Medical Services2
- Manufacturing1
What Iowa Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in group product manager jobs across Iowa.
- Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, or a related technical or analytical field
- Five or more years of product management experience with at least two years leading product managers
- Demonstrated ability to define and execute multi-product roadmaps across cross-functional teams
- Experience working in financial services, insurtech, agtech, or enterprise software environments
- Strong proficiency with product analytics tools, backlog management platforms, and agile frameworks
- Track of influencing executive stakeholders and aligning product strategy to business outcomes
Group Product Manager Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a group product manager in Iowa?
Group product manager roles in Iowa require no state-issued license or registration. The typical path starts with a bachelor's degree in business, computer science, or engineering, followed by several years as an individual contributor product manager before moving into a people-management track. Iowa employers in financial services and agtech tend to weight prior domain experience heavily, so building product credentials within industries like insurance technology or agricultural software strengthens a candidacy considerably.
How much do group product managers make in Iowa?
Group product managers in Iowa earn a median of about $131,120 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $80,160 for the lowest 10% to over $203,180 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire group product managers in Iowa?
Iowa group product manager roles are posted by KALCON, Casey's, and Trinity Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Iowa's concentration of insurance carriers, financial technology firms, and agtech companies means most openings sit within large, well-capitalized organizations that maintain dedicated product organizations.
Which Iowa cities have the most group product manager jobs?
Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Ankeny have the most group product manager openings in Iowa. Des Moines drives the largest share because it is home to the headquarters of major insurance and financial services firms, while Cedar Rapids supports a strong technology and manufacturing sector, and Iowa City benefits from proximity to the University of Iowa's affiliated health and research institutions.
Are there remote group product manager jobs in Iowa?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 27% of group product manager openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, which reflects how central written communication, digital collaboration, and async roadmap work are to the role. Strategic planning, stakeholder alignment, and product discovery tend to be the most fully remote parts of a group product manager's responsibilities.
How can I get hired as a group product manager in Iowa with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is transitioning into product management from a closely adjacent role such as business analyst, project manager, or UX researcher at a large Iowa employer. Principal Financial Group, Corteva Agriscience, and Wellmark each run rotational or associate programs that move analytical professionals into junior product roles. Building a portfolio of documented product decisions, earning a recognized product management certification, and targeting associate product manager postings at Iowa-based insurtech or agtech firms will accelerate the move.
Where can I find and apply to group product manager jobs in Iowa?
You can find and apply to group product manager jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings from employers across Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and beyond. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that interest you.
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