Product Specialist - NZ

OpenKrill; United States; On-site; USD 51,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth fund

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Halter is seeking a Product Specialist to own the product and development projects across New Zealand. Based in Auckland or Morrinsville, with regular nationwide travel (≈50%). You will work with Product, Engineering and R&D, plus farmers to ensure the product delivers value.

The role suits big thinkers who understand our customers' needs and can drive product innovation in a fast-paced agritech environment.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in agritech and product technology.
• Hands-on farming experience is essential.
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects and trials.

Responsibilities

• Own Halter's product and development projects in New Zealand.
• Lead end-to-end product design, planning and execution.
• Share insights on farming systems and animal behavior.
• Align product development with customer needs with BD and R&D.
• Travel nationwide to work with farmers and collect feedback.
• Support on-farm testing and virtual fencing implementation.

Skills

Agritech interest

Hands-on farming

Problem solving

Cross-functional leadership

Autonomy to work fast

Job description

ABOUT HALTER

At Halter, we’re on a mission to enable farmers and graziers to run the most productive and sustainable operations. Our customers are using Halter to break free from the time-intensive constraints of conventional practices. Imagine watching 500 cattle stand up and walk calmly towards their next break? No quad bikes, no dogs, no fences. Just a group of cattle walking at their own pace. People say it looks like magic. Our customers are revolutionizing grazing with Halter. It's changing lives and transforming an industry. People join Halter to do meaningful work. By joining us you’ll be solving challenging problems within a talented team and a culture built for high performance. Our team out-think, out-work and out-care. We’re committed to delivering real change in the world - this isn’t easy, and in truth, we love that it’s hard.

We’re backed to deliver on a mission that matters by Tier 1 investors including Founders Fund https://foundersfund.com, Bessemer Venture Partners https://www.bvp.com/, BOND, https://www.bondcap.com/ DCVC https://www.dcvc.com/, Blackbird https://www.blackbird.vc/, Promus Ventures https://www.promusventures.com/, Rocket Lab’s Peter Beck and Icehouse ventures https://www.icehouseventures.co.nz/?utm_term=icehouse%20ventures&utm_campaign=Brand+Keywords&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=4064636360&hsa_cam=16902737884&hsa_grp=134004309485&hsa_ad=592971340272&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=kwd-1082530126230&hsa_kw=icehouse%20ventures&hsa_mt=b&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gclid=Cj0KCQjw2v-gBhC1ARIsAOQdKY0J0DepRVFDmjQlAkJPbZuQnLSA5UVzUzOXYiPxkjX-SeVa513_BhkaAr-MEALw_wcB.

To find out more, visit our LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/halter-limited & Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifeathalter/.

The role:

We're on the lookout for a Product Specialist to take ownership of Halter's product and associated development projects across New Zealand. This role can be based at either Halter's Auckland HQ or our R&D office in Morrinsville, with regular nationwide travel required (approximately 50% of your time). You'll work closely with our Product, Engineering and R&D teams, as well as farmers across the country, to ensure the Halter product is delivering undeniable value.

Halter is one of the world's fastest-growing agritech companies, and the most transformative technology available in pasture-based grazing. With Halter's collars and app, farmers can virtually fence and shift their animals, as well as proactively monitor their locations and behaviour.

We are looking for big thinkers who know how to get stuff done. We're looking for natural problem-solvers who are comfortable working in a dynamic, high-energy environment where they'll be challenged daily. Our ideal person is someone committed to deeply understanding our product and our customers' needs. Above all else, you'll care about our customers, their animals, and champion their interests across Halter.

Please note: This role involves significant nationwide travel, approximately 50% of the time, regardless of whether you're based in Auckland or Morrinsville.

WHAT YOUR DAY COULD LOOK LIKE

• Working closely with our Product and Engineering teams, providing input and feedback to ensure Halter is focused on the most important priorities and building what our farmers truly need.
• Leading projects that enable continuous product innovation and development, from initial design and planning through to execution and completion.
• Sharing in-depth knowledge and insights about New Zealand farming systems, animal behaviour and virtual fencing across Halter.
• Partnering with our Business Development, Account Management and R&D teams to maintain strong alignment between product development and customer needs.
• Thinking critically about the end-to-end product experience, proactively identifying opportunities to improve outcomes for farmers and their animals.
• Working closely with strategic customers across New Zealand to ensure they are fully utilising the Halter product and receiving maximum value.
• Supporting on-farm product testing, research trials and virtual fencing implementation across New Zealand.
• Travelling nationwide to work directly with farmers, gather insights and bridge the gap between product development and real-world application.
• Taking on other tasks and initiatives as needed to support Halter's continued growth and success.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• A genuine interest in agritech, strong technical curiosity and a willingness to understand the finer details of Halter's product and technology.
• Hands-on farming experience is essential, along with a passion for animals and the future of farming.
• A phenomenal attitude and a collaborative, team-first approach, with the ability to consistently overcome challenges.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects, conducting research trials or supporting product development initiatives.
• A fast learner who is motivated to work hard, take initiative and contribute to a team doing things that have never been done before.
• Proven ability to think critically, solve complex problems and develop innovative, practical solutions.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with a high degree of autonomy, resilience and comfort with ambiguity.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel extensively throughout New Zealand (approximately 50% of the time), including occasional weekend work and international travel when required.
• Above all, a 'get stuff done' attitude!

Please also feel free to check out the careers page https://www.halterhq.com/careers for more information on working at Halter and don't forget to follow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/halter-limited & Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifeathalter/.

WHY OUR TEAM LOVES WORKING AT HALTER:

• Work that genuinely matters. Every now and again a company comes along that transforms an entire industry and leaves the world in a better place. Our team gets to be part of something truly meaningful, helping farmers improve their livelihoods, spend more time with their families, and build more sustainable operations.
• Spectacular people solving hard problems. Our culture is designed for talented people to do work that changes lives. The team is filled with diverse, kind, and driven people who push each other to do their best work. You'll be thrown into the deep end, tackling complex challenges and building something tangible that solves real problems.
• You'll grow here. Autonomy, mastery, and learning define how we work. You'll have the freedom to work on interesting problems, master new skills, and continuously develop yourself, both through your role and our $1,000 personal growth fund.
• This isn't easy, and we love that it's hard. Working at Halter will be the most rewarding and the most challenging work of your life. We move fast, take bold bets, and work hard to reshape an entire industry. As one team member put it: "Joining Halter is a bit like strapping yourself to a rocket ship, but it's an epic journey to be a part of!"