Senior Product Manager Emea (Remote)

• Develop innovative technologies in the paint and color mixing industry|Dynamic work environment that supports professional growth and development

About Our Client

Fast & Fluid Management, a unit of the IDEX Corporation (IDEX) and has been the global market leader in the field of paint dispensers for over 30 years. The business-to-business company is developing, producing and supplying a large portfolio of high quality and innovative point of sales paint dispensing, mixing & shaking equipment and software solutions for the DIY, Retail and industrial markets.

Fast & Fluid Management (FFM) is part of IDEX Global Dispensing, which develops and supplies world leading solutions to all key players in the paint and coatings industry. IDEX Global Dispensing has manufacturing and office locations across the globe, including in India and the US. The European Headquarters is based in Sassenheim, the Netherlands.

Today, a purposeful shift is underway allowing FFM to offer a comprehensive eco-system for smart tinting business solutions while expanding their presence around the world to focus on new growth opportunities. With strong focus on innovation and continuous improvements, FFM is in the middle of a digital transition, which affects their whole industry. Exciting big developments will take place in the coming years with the introduction of new smart products and digital services.

Job Description

As a Senior Product Manager EMEA, you will be a crucial contributor to FFM’s goal to support customers as much as possible by offering the right products, services, and information, following market developments, innovation and digitalization trends.

See your mission as being the linking pin connecting the product line strategies and the tactics needed to drive success in sales and marketing, ultimately delivering data-driven results. As a Senior Product Manager EMEA, you will collaborate across the organization with several teams, among them local and global marketing, communications, new product and software development. You empower and inspire colleagues to share input and you take this along as you create and deliver innovative programs and content that drive demand. Attention to detail and an eye for quality are critical to your success.

With your talent to present the value propositions of FFM’s products and solutions, you convince in a way that resonates with customers and clearly explains how the proposed solutions solve buyers’ problems.

• Own and manage all phases of the Product Life Cycle of some of our most critical products.
• Contribute to the overall business strategic direction.
• Formulate effective Product Line Strategies.
• Collect and analyse customer feedback and market information and translating this to useful information for all internal key stakeholders in New Product Development.
• Create business cases, product road maps, Go-To-Market strategies, the latter including product launch plan marketing mix.
• Develop and implement (IDEX) 80/20 pricing strategies to improve product line P/L, set prices for new products, collaborate with sales on key pricing decisions.

The Successful Applicant

To succeed in this position, you have a strong track record and experience in launching products that delight customers, annual strategic planning, business case creation, road maps, product line performance reviews, market and competitor analysis. You are a strong strategic thinker with analytical skills. You are able to translate strategy to specific tactical actions.

• Availability to work on site in Sassenheim
• Bachelor degree in Marketing, Industrial Design Engineering, or similar field.
• Minimum of 8+ years of experience in a similar role, product management / technical sales & marketing, including pricing responsibilities.
• Excellent communication and writing skills on various levels internally and externally in English. Extra languages would be beneficial.
• A team player with a hands-on mentality, able to multitask and manage deadlines and to make decisions under pressure.
• Capability to convince, manage stakeholders, motivate others.
• Occasional travel will be required.

Other Skills And Abilities

• Well organized. Candidate must have ability to address tactical issues in the short-term while maintaining strategic vision for the long-term.
• Proactive. Candidate must possess a strong sense of ownership and drive to success utilizing available resources. Must be comfortable working under pressure.
• Honesty & Integrity. Candidate must be honest and possess integrity when dealing with both external customers and internal co-workers.
• Ability to work successfully in a multi-cultural, global business environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with virtual teams and processes.
• Proven strategic problem-solving expertise.

What’s on Offer

Fast & Fluid Management B.V. offers an attractive compensation package that includes a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and performance-based incentives. Candidates for the Senior Product Manager role can look forward to extensive opportunities for professional development and career advancement, supported by ongoing training and access to industry-leading resources. The company fosters a collaborative and innovative work environment, where employees are encouraged to bring forward creative solutions and drive impactful projects. Additionally, you will have the chance to work with a diverse and talented team, leading initiatives that shape the future of the paint and color mixing industry. Fast & Fluid Management B.V. also values work-life balance, offering flexible working arrangements and a supportive corporate culture.

Contact: Dionne Van Den Aker

Quote job ref: JN-072024-6472802