BENEO in Tienen is part of the German Südzucker Group, one of the world’s largest sugar producers. BENEO, specialized in the development and production of high-quality nutritional ingredients from natural sources, employs more than 1,200 people and is represented in over 80 countries worldwide. You can find BENEO ingredients in all kinds of food applications: from beverages to baby food, from dairy to bakery, from confectionery to cereals, and from soups to sauces — as well as in animal nutrition. In this way BENEO can effectively contribute to healthier food products. At this moment we are looking for a Product Manager Fibers and new products
PRODUCT MANAGER Fibres and new products
Key Responsibilities
Gathering and analysing product, customer, and market data to support strategic decision-making and portfolio development
Coordinating the product lifecycle (introductions, changes, discontinuations, specifications) to ensure efficient execution
Supporting the pricing process through data-driven analyses and recommendations focused on margin optimization
Monitoring product performance (volume, margin, cost) and identifying risks, deviations, and improvement opportunities
Acting as the first point of contact for Sales on product-related topics
Monitoring competitor activity and gathering customer insights to support market-driven decisions
Collaborating closely with Marketing, R&D, Supply Chain, and Regulatory teams
Supporting internal and customer-facing presentations with strong product insights and data
Key Qualifications
Master degree in Business Administration, Bioscience Engineering, Food Technology, Bio-Chemistry, Life Sciences,…
Several years of experience in a similar analytical/product management role
Strong customer/commercial orientation with sense of humor
Strong communication and analytical skills
Fluent in English, other languages such as French, German and Dutch are an asset
You are able to travel approximately 30-40% of your time (approximately 70% short trips in Europe, 20% to the America’s and 10% to Asia-Pacific)
Offer
An exciting international position in a growing and financially stable company which is regarded as the best in its class
You will become member of a young, fun and result oriented team that has been able to show an outstanding growth path over the last years and continue to grow rapidly
Intensive training and coaching and continuous learning opportunities
The potential to grow in function and responsibilities within BENEO organization
The flexibility to work remotely 50% from home as per the defined corporate policy
Attractive pay scheme including a company car and other benefits
Contact
Call Ralf Gutschoven on +32 (0)478 43 61 68 for more info or an application. On weekdays between 9h00 and 11h00 and in the evening from 19h00 to 21h00, on Saturday between 10h00 and 12h00.