Product Development Manager Jobs in Minnesota
Product Development Manager jobs in Minnesota concentrate in medical devices, food and consumer packaged goods, and enterprise software, with hiring active at every level from senior individual contributor to director. The Twin Cities metro anchors most of the opportunity, followed by Rochester and Bloomington, where employers like 3M, General Mills, and Medtronic maintain large product and engineering organizations. Cross-functional leadership, stage-gate process expertise, and experience managing hardware-software integrated product lines are the most consistently requested specialties in Minnesota listings. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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At Bayer, we believe work should matter. Every day, our teams push toward a future where "Health for all, Hunger for none" is within reach, and every role, from the lab to the field to the boardroom, helps us get there. We give people the ownership to shape outcomes, the support to grow through new skills and experiences, and a global community where different perspectives are valued. If you want your work to count and the room to become your best, you'll find it here.
Product Development Scientist II
Product Development Scientist II
As a Product Development Scientist II, you will join cross-functional teams spanning seed and trait product development, plant breeding, genetics, field trials, data analysis, and commercial collaboration to advance high-performing products for North America. This role offers you the opportunity to contribute across the product pipeline — from experimental design and product evaluation to product placement, launch readiness, and commercialization — while helping farmers succeed and supporting a more resilient food system. At Bayer, our mission is Health for all, Hunger for none, and the Crop Science division is helping shape the future of agriculture through innovation, sustainability, and data-driven decision-making.
This role may be based at one of several Bayer locations, Glyndon, MN; Harrisburg, SD; Mason, MI; Whitestown, IN; West Lafayette, IN; Waco, NE; Gothenburg, NE; Filer, ID; Lubbock, TX; Maize, KS; Greenville, OH.
YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead seed and trait product development activities to advance high-performing products aligned with customer needs, market opportunities, and commercial strategy;
- Design, execute, and interpret experiments, field trials, and product evaluation studies to support product advancement, placement, and pipeline decisions;
- Apply plant breeding, genetics, statistics, and data analysis to improve product performance, selection accuracy, and decision-making across the product pipeline;
- Collaborate across breeding, field testing, data science, operations, and commercial teams to deliver product development milestones and commercialization readiness;
- Use digital tools, analytics, and emerging technologies to improve breeding efficiency, pipeline performance, and return on investment;
- Translate technical results into clear product insights and recommendations for internal stakeholders, growers, and customer-facing teams;
- Support product placement, launch planning, knowledge transfer, and continuous improvement across seed and trait development programs;
- Promote a safe, compliant, and collaborative environment while delivering results in agricultural research and product development.
WHO YOU ARE
Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:
Required Qualifications:
- PhD in plant breeding, animal breeding, quantitative genetics, statistical genetics, data science, or a related scientific discipline; or an MS with 5+ years of relevant product development experience;
- Valid driver's license;
- Ability to travel seasonally for meetings, field sites, and nursery locations.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in seed and trait product development, plant breeding, genetics, agricultural research, or applied data science;
- Strong background in experimental design, field trials, data analysis, and interpretation of product performance results;
- Demonstrated success working across cross-functional, cross-cultural teams and influencing stakeholders without direct authority;
- Effective communication skills with the ability to translate complex scientific insights into clear business and customer recommendations;
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, solve problems, and deliver results in a dynamic agricultural product development environment.
Compensation and Benefits
Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $97,100 – $145,700 per year. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Other benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. If selected for this role, the offer may vary based on market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.
This posting will be available for application until at least November 12, 2026.
Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Health for all, Hunger for none, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.
To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.
Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.
At Bayer, we believe work should matter. Every day, our teams push toward a future where "Health for all, Hunger for none" is within reach, and every role, from the lab to the field to the boardroom, helps us get there. We give people the ownership to shape outcomes, the support to grow through new skills and experiences, and a global community where different perspectives are valued. If you want your work to count and the room to become your best, you'll find it here.
Product Development Scientist II
Product Development Scientist II
As a Product Development Scientist II, you will join cross-functional teams spanning seed and trait product development, plant breeding, genetics, field trials, data analysis, and commercial collaboration to advance high-performing products for North America. This role offers you the opportunity to contribute across the product pipeline — from experimental design and product evaluation to product placement, launch readiness, and commercialization — while helping farmers succeed and supporting a more resilient food system. At Bayer, our mission is Health for all, Hunger for none, and the Crop Science division is helping shape the future of agriculture through innovation, sustainability, and data-driven decision-making.
This role may be based at one of several Bayer locations, Glyndon, MN; Harrisburg, SD; Mason, MI; Whitestown, IN; West Lafayette, IN; Waco, NE; Gothenburg, NE; Filer, ID; Lubbock, TX; Maize, KS; Greenville, OH.
YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead seed and trait product development activities to advance high-performing products aligned with customer needs, market opportunities, and commercial strategy;
- Design, execute, and interpret experiments, field trials, and product evaluation studies to support product advancement, placement, and pipeline decisions;
- Apply plant breeding, genetics, statistics, and data analysis to improve product performance, selection accuracy, and decision-making across the product pipeline;
- Collaborate across breeding, field testing, data science, operations, and commercial teams to deliver product development milestones and commercialization readiness;
- Use digital tools, analytics, and emerging technologies to improve breeding efficiency, pipeline performance, and return on investment;
- Translate technical results into clear product insights and recommendations for internal stakeholders, growers, and customer-facing teams;
- Support product placement, launch planning, knowledge transfer, and continuous improvement across seed and trait development programs;
- Promote a safe, compliant, and collaborative environment while delivering results in agricultural research and product development.
WHO YOU ARE
Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:
Required Qualifications:
- PhD in plant breeding, animal breeding, quantitative genetics, statistical genetics, data science, or a related scientific discipline; or an MS with 5+ years of relevant product development experience;
- Valid driver's license;
- Ability to travel seasonally for meetings, field sites, and nursery locations.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in seed and trait product development, plant breeding, genetics, agricultural research, or applied data science;
- Strong background in experimental design, field trials, data analysis, and interpretation of product performance results;
- Demonstrated success working across cross-functional, cross-cultural teams and influencing stakeholders without direct authority;
- Effective communication skills with the ability to translate complex scientific insights into clear business and customer recommendations;
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, solve problems, and deliver results in a dynamic agricultural product development environment.
Compensation and Benefits
Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $97,100 – $145,700 per year. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Other benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. If selected for this role, the offer may vary based on market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.
This posting will be available for application until at least November 12, 2026.
Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Health for all, Hunger for none, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.
To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.
Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.
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The qualifications that appear most often in product development manager jobs across Minnesota.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related technical field required
- Five or more years of product development or product management experience
- Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams through a full product lifecycle
- Proficiency with stage-gate or agile product development frameworks
- Strong background in market requirements, competitive analysis, and roadmap planning
- Experience collaborating with regulatory, quality, or operations teams on product launches
Product Development Manager Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a product development manager in Minnesota?
Most product development managers in Minnesota start with a bachelor's degree in engineering, industrial design, business, or a related technical field, then build experience in a product, R&D, or program management role. No state-issued license is required for the role itself. Minnesota's medical device and food industries tend to favor candidates who have worked within regulated development environments, and a PMP or Pragmatic Institute certification adds a measurable edge in competitive searches.
Which companies hire product development managers in Minnesota?
Minnesota product development manager roles are posted by Gradian Thermal Solutions, 3M, and nVent and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Minnesota's dense concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters in the Twin Cities means many of these openings sit within large, established product organizations with structured career paths.
Which Minnesota cities have the most product development manager jobs?
Maple Grove, Maplewood, and Anoka account for the largest share of product development manager openings in Minnesota. The Twin Cities drives the bulk of postings because of its headquarters density in medical devices, consumer goods, and technology, while Rochester's concentration of healthcare and life sciences employers, and Bloomington's mix of corporate offices and distribution hubs, generate consistent openings outside the core metro.
Are there remote product development manager jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, and more than many technical roles, because a significant portion of the work involves roadmap planning, stakeholder meetings, and documentation that translate well to remote settings. About 91% of product development manager openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader adoption across the state's large corporate employers. Strategy, market analysis, and program coordination responsibilities are the functions most commonly performed remotely.
How can I get hired as a product development manager in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into the role from an adjacent position such as project coordinator, product analyst, R&D associate, or quality engineer within the same organization. Large Minnesota employers in medical devices and food manufacturing, including companies headquartered in the Twin Cities, regularly hire associates or program coordinators and promote from within. Building a portfolio of launched products, earning a Pragmatic Institute certification, or completing a rotational program at a Minnesota manufacturing or technology company strengthens a candidacy at the entry level.
Where can I find and apply to product development manager jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to product development manager jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state right now. Search the Minnesota listings, identify the roles that match your background and target industry, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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