Head of Product Optimizer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Netherlands.

📋 Description

• Spearhead the marketing and portfolio strategy for the Product Optimizer segment across various vegetable crops and regions.

• Convert the needs of growers, retailers, shoppers, and the value chain into compelling propositions, positioning, pricing strategies, and go-to-market plans.

• Leverage downstream and industry insights to impact long-term product, crop, and innovation decisions.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 4–6 marketing professionals.

• Oversee the marketing budget and set investment priorities.

• Collaborate with technical, crop, commercial, portfolio, R&D, and regional teams to formulate actionable innovation briefs.

• Contribute to the five-year business planning process.

• Ensure the consistent execution of marketing processes and strategies across different markets.

⛳️ Requirements

• Extensive experience in marketing, category management, portfolio management, or commercial leadership within the vegetables, fresh produce, seeds, food sectors, or a related value chain.

• Deep understanding of the vegetable industry, encompassing growers, technical specialists, trade, retail, and consumers.

• Proven track record in translating customer or shopper needs into product specifications, portfolio decisions, or long-term innovation opportunities.

• Commercial experience in assortment or portfolio management, pricing, promotions, quality, availability, supplier management, and/or waste reduction.

• Experience in leading teams and cross-functional projects within an international and complex environment.

• Strong credibility, strategic judgment, and communication skills necessary to influence technical experts, growers, commercial teams, and senior stakeholders.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual bonus and profit-sharing opportunities.

• Flexible working arrangements, including the option to work up to 2 days per week from home.

• Unlimited access to the Learning Edge online learning platform, featuring various training programs and courses.

• Employee Assistance Program providing free advice, coaching, and support for career development, emotional well-being, and legal or financial guidance.

• 25 vacation days plus an additional vitality day.

• An extra vacation day every 5 years starting at age 35.

• Attractive pension plan.

• Travel allowance of €0.23 per km, up to a maximum of 50 km one way, for employees residing more than 5 km away.

• Competitive salary along with a comprehensive package of secondary employment benefits.