Product Manager

Eekels | TBI is looking for a Product Manager for the Kolham location. As Product Manager/-owner you are responsible for the Modular Propulsion Platform (MPP) product from Marpower. You continuously optimize the product based on customer needs and our 'Configure to Order' (CTO) approach. You manage the product life cycle ' from cradle to grave ' in line with the strategic and financial goals of the organization and you manage the development team. The range consists of the functional design, the physical hardware of the MPP and the necessary software. You have a central role in the organization between the commercial, operational and development teams. In your position you regularly travel. You are part of the management team and work closely with the Sales Manager and the Production Manager. You report to the BU Manager.

What is expected of you?

• Researching and evaluating new technologies, regulations and innovation opportunities;
• In collaboration with our sales and service departments, among others, defining customer values and translating them into hardware and software requirements for the product (configurations);
• Translating long-term strategies into the product roadmap, from which you draw up development assignments with clear product specifications for the development teams;
• Managing and optimizing the existing product range, including phasing out products;
• Creating, managing and prioritizing the product backlog;
• Managing a multidisciplinary development team.

The Systems business unit, located in Kolham, operates under the brand name Marpower. Marpower is a leader in the field of energy transition and electrification within the maritime market. Marpower designs and produces high-quality power electronics products. These products are developed, produced and supplied for energy storage, drives, DC distribution, grid conversion and shore power connections. One of our products is the Modular Propulsion Platform (MPP), an integral part of power and energy management on board commercial vessels and superyachts.

Do you recognize yourself in this profile?

• Demonstrable higher professional (HBO) or academic education (WO) work and intellectual level;
• At least five years of work experience in a product management position;
• Experience in the maritime sector and/or electrification is an advantage;
• Affinity with technical products, software development and industrial design;
• Experience with Agile working methods is an advantage;
• Communicative skills and cooperation come naturally to you;
• Proactive approach and good analytical skills;
• Good command of Dutch and English, both spoken and written.

At Eekels Technology we offer a wide range of attractive employment conditions.

• Collective labor agreement : the collective labor agreement for Technical Installation Companies applies to you.
• Attractive salary: appropriate to your position, knowledge and experience.
• A generous number of vacation days : 25 vacation days and 13 ADV days on a full-time basis (depending on your age, this is supplemented with extra senior days).
• Attractive compensation and benefits : including above-average travel and overtime compensation.
• Profit sharing scheme : share in the success of our company and also in our profits!
• Collective pension scheme : via the “Metal and Technology Pension Fund”.
• Study grant for your child(ren) : via the TBI Study Fund Foundation, which contributes to the future of your (bonus) child(ren).
• Stimulating your health : through our annual (sports) activities calendar.
• Tax benefits : for the purchase of a bicycle or a gym membership.
• Your craftsmanship : our learning culture keeps you sharp in your field and broadens your knowledge.
• Active staff association : various organised (sports) activities with colleagues throughout the year (usually also for your partner and child(ren)!).
• Pleasant working environment : with a good working atmosphere and colleagues who make you happy.
• Interesting projects : working on prestigious, technical projects and products with a sustainable impact that you can be proud of.
• Staff discounts : with great discounts on fashion, electronics, home furnishings, days out, insurance and more.
• Personal and professional development: plenty of room to grow and progress.
• Resources : good tools and (digital) resources are half the battle. We provide the resources to enable you to perform your function well.
• TBI Holdings : behind our organization is a financially strong parent company with approximately 20 subsidiaries.

Does this sound like your ideal challenge? Apply now and discover what Eekels can do for you!