Product manager Bruynzeel storage systems

‘We create space in the most sustainable way’. That’s what inspires us and what we  stand for. 

In a world where space is a scarce and valuable asset we help organisations worldwide to use space  in the most efficient and effective way. With our storage systems, we save up to 75% of the storage  space needed. By reducing the footprint of our customer, we make an essential contribution to a  healthier world. Our own operation is CO2 and thus Climate Neutral. Our next ambition is to make  the rest of our supply chain (as in suppliers and all transport movements, the so-called scope 3 of the  Green House Gas protocol) climate neutral.  

Being a market leader in Europe, we supply museums (in which we are world market leader),  libraries, hospitals, offices and archives. Through our own sales offices and a worldwide network of  distributors, we are represented in Europe, the United States, Asia and Australia. Organisations like  the Rijksmuseum, the Louvre, Boijmans van Beuningen, the British Museum and Cambridge  University, but also Deloitte, Rabobank and Securitas are among our customers. By continuously  focusing on Corporate Social Responsibility we apply best practices in energy and water stewardship.  Combined with attention to material health this supports sustainability of the planet (we reduce our  footprint and that of the customer) as well as the wellbeing of every individual working with our  solutions. 

And this is all done with a passionate team of 200 colleagues, of whom 130 work at the head office in  Panningen, where production and international distribution takes place. 

Our goal is to continue to further grow the business in the coming years. This growth will be driven  by geographical expansion, new segments like horticulture and Healthcare, innovation and  renovation, operational excellence and, last but not least, communication. Both externally and  internally, to accelerate, align and promote working towards a common goal.  

To enable this growth there is a need to deepen and professionalise our marketing efforts. We see  the marketing department as the heart of the future organisation. As this department is crucial to  realising our growth ambitions, we are looking for a highly driven and experienced leader in the role  of  

PRODUCT MANAGER

with a proven track record in project management.  

In this job, you are responsible for the existing and future product portfolio. 

In a world where space and sustainability are becoming increasingly important issues, you can make  a significant contribution by translating the customer's wish into a sustainable product specification. . It’s your task to successfully manage a product portfolio during the entire product lifecycle.  

You know the market segments and competition of Bruynzeel, but also the needs, dynamics and  opportunities of customers.

We challenge you to translate product features into compelling value propositions and USPs and  bring new products to market. You are the 'owner' of the product solution and lead the development  project from start to finish; you initiate, develop, introduce and implement by using a broad input  and creating a broad support base. Your project team may consist of both internal and external  stakeholders, such as (potential) customers, internal/external engineering, your marketing  colleagues, sales colleagues, etc. You are in charge and coordinate these projects. Besides new  products or services, you monitor the added value of the existing portfolio and advise on changes to  keep this portfolio in optimal shape. 

This all contributes to our four pillar growth strategy consisting of: 

1. Operational excellence (adding value over cost in everything we do), for example by strong SKU  management and first time right; 

2. Innovation and renovation (in the field of design, functionality and sustainability) 3. Support Geographical expansion actively and find new segments and manage product and  service innovations from orientation to implementation. 

4. Support the implementation of our sustainability vision.  

Your experience: 

∙ You have a relevant education, such as Bachelor HTS with a commercial background or Technical  Business Administration route to Business Engineering; 

∙ You have approx. 4-6 years of relevant experience in a B2B organisation with production; ∙ You have acquired solid project management skills and are in control of multiple projects  simultaneously. To achieve this, you have a structured way of working and are able to get input  from all involved and work together on the steps that need to be taken; 

∙ Good oral and written communication skills in Dutch and English. 

We offer: 

Working at Bruynzeel means working for an ambitious international company that is among the top  in Europe when it comes to storage solutions. We are always looking for improvement and invest in  it. Sustainability and creating space for our customers are important drivers for everything we do In addition, we challenge you to keep developing yourself. In your work, you get all the freedom you  need to make a positive contribution to our goals. Together with your colleagues. And of course, we  have an excellent remuneration package. 

Interested? 

Send your CV with motivation letter to HR@bruynzeel.org.  

If you first need more information about this job, please contact Cynthia Bergen Henegouwen, Group  HR Manager, Cynthia.Bergen@bruynzeel.org. 

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