Department: Project Management, Marketing & PR

Title of the Role: Product Manager

Company Description:

We are a successful B2B supplier to the fast-growing vegetarian, vegan and hybrid market, producing a broad portfolio of textured ingredients used by major food processors. BENEO is a global market leader in functional food ingredients for humans and animals, with production sites in Germany, Belgium, Chile, Italy and the Netherlands. BENEO has a global distribution network in more than 75 countries and is part of the Südzucker Group,Europe's largest sugar producer. Through a unique chain of expertise, BENEO offers customers advice and inspiration on new product ideas that supporta healthy lifestyle in a holistic way.

Role Description:

Product Manager Functional Proteins

After a short learning period you will be responsible for the Meatless product portfolio – part of the functional Proteins business

You will be involved in defining the product strategy and roadmap, with a focus on optimization and further development of the ingredients for different type of applications. You

You analyze market research results, execute analysis of market and category attractiveness and follow up on customer needs, competitor info, trends and new developments.

You translate and communicate the customer needs to cross-functional teams, including solution development, marketing and sales.

You oversee the product development lifecycle, from concept to launch, ensuring timely delivery and quality.

You provide expertise and product related updates to sales – to support commercial activities. This includes setting up the right sales pitch based on success stories, understand the strengths and weaknesses of the portfolio and translate these into a compelling selling story.

You represent the products at fairs, conferences and selected customer meetings. You participate in relevant events and translate gathered insights into useful business actions.

You report to the Head of Product Management

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in bioengineering, food technology, biochemistry, Business, Marketing or several years of experience in a similar position (preferably in the field of ingredients)

Strong customer/commercial orientation

Strong communication and analytical skills

Fluent in Dutch and English, other languages such as German and French are an asset.

You work at least 3 days a week from Goes (NL) and about once every two weeks from Tienen (B)

You can travel max. 20% of your time on short trips in Europe.

Benefits:

An exciting position in a fast-paced environment with a ‘start-up’ atmosphere where every day brings new challenges and opportunities.

Interesting tasks and responsibilities where you can make a real change with improvement initiatives

An attractive pay scheme and benefits including a company car

A value-driven company culture with open communication

Call Ralf Gutschoven on +32 (0)478 43 61 68 for more info (also via WhatsApp audio) or an application. On weekdays between 8h30 and 10h30 and in the evening from 19h00 to 21h00, on Saturday between 10h00 and 12h00.

Or mail your CV to ralf@talentselection.be

Location: Europe

Country: Netherlands

City: Goes

Application Link: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4043880881

Time Commitment: Full-time