Overview Do you have in-depth knowledge of materials and production processes? Are you passionate about rubber technology and looking for a role that brings together innovation, customer needs and profitability? Then this is your chance!
At Ravago – a global player in plastic and rubber raw materials – and within our DRI Rubber division, we are looking for a
Technical Product Manager
who can help make a difference. You create and manage a product portfolio that not only excels technically, but also scores commercially. Together with customers, you translate complex challenges into smart and cost-effective solutions.
You will be surrounded by experts in an international environment where
quality ,
sustainability
and
technological progress
are central. Ravago offers you the space to grow, both in terms of content and impact.
Purpose of the role As
a Technical Product Manager, you will be responsible for realizing innovative and cost-effective product solutions on an
international level, tailored to the needs of our
customers worldwide. You will combine deep
technical expertise
with market insight and work closely with both internal and external stakeholders in different countries to create and continuously optimize the best product portfolio.
You will report directly to the
Director New Business, Sales & Marketing
and play a key role within the
international Sales team
of our global organisation.
Your responsibilities Product leadership
Determining and monitoring raw material and product quality
Preparation of product specifications and recipes
Managing extensive product and process knowledge
Inventing innovative applications for new markets
Tracking trends and innovations in materials and processing technology
Stakeholder intimacy
Defining product and customer requirements together with customers
Identify bottlenecks in customer processes and provide technical support
Stimulating knowledge sharing within the organization
Working on structural reduction of the TCO for customers
Profitable growth
Providing commercial support in the realization of new business
Insight into costs and margins, with a focus on continuous improvement
Responsible for quality improvements to prevent complaints
Reporting on pre-agreed KPIs
What do you bring?
Completed
HBO education, preferably in the direction of
Chemistry ,
Chemical Technology ,
Process Technology ,
Rubber Technology
or a related technical field of study
Or an equivalent level obtained through relevant work experience
in the chemical or rubber processing industry
At least 5 years of relevant work experience in a similar position
In-depth knowledge of production processes and material properties
Strong communication skills, both internally and externally
Fluent in
English
Willing to travel regularly, both within and outside Europe (25%)
Competencies we value
Quality-oriented & customer-oriented
Expert and innovative thinking skills
Strong in planning, organizing and problem solving
Strong communication skills, you know how to convey technical content to customers and colleagues in an understandable way.
Self-managing & proactive
Analytical thinking skills
What can we offer you?
An exciting and independent position within an internationally active and innovation-driven organization
A working region between Arendonk, Tilburg and Waalwijk, with international contacts and room to make an impact
The opportunity to fully deploy and further develop your technical expertise and commercial insight
A competitive salary supplemented with attractive fringe benefits
Flexibility, and plenty of room for personal growth and professional development
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