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• You manage your own customer portfolio on the Dutch market.
• You visit distributors of personal protective equipment on a daily basis and offer them products that fit into their range.
• You build relationships with customers and think about long-term solutions.
• You offer the right products to the right customers based on analysis.
• You provide feedback on trends or needs in your market, so that we as a company can respond quickly.
• You are constantly looking for new opportunities and in addition to selling to our current customers, you are also responsible for prospecting and further developing our brand in the Netherlands.
• You are willing to be on the road every day.
• You report to the Benelux manager.
• You take care of the presentation and merchandising at the points of sale of your customers.

Who are you?

• You have a first work experience in a commercial B2B environment.
• You are customer oriented and enjoy prospecting.
• You have a driving license B.
• You work independently and know how to solve problems.
• You are result oriented and get a kick out of achieving targets.
• You speak fluent Dutch and English.

What do we offer you?

• A challenging job in an international context.
• The opportunity to develop yourself and take initiative.
• The chance to join a great team of like-minded, hard-working people who are passionate about achieving the Safety Jogger vision and the growth objectives of the company.
• A unique opportunity to work in a dynamic family-owned company with short communication lines and quick decision making.
• A competitive salary package and a suite of benefits and perks.

Eager to join our Safety Jogger community?

Then mail with our HR Department Nick Braeckman - nick.braeckman@cortina.be

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – What will you do?

As our Product Manager, you will be responsible for setting up the Safety Jogger workwear product range that meets market demand in terms of trends, technicality and fashion. You will collaborate with management, suppliers, testers and our global sales team to help deliver high quality, certified products that meet customers’ expectations.

This is an exciting opportunity for anyone that has a proven track record of product line building

As a Product Manager, you are responsible for the development, growth and optimization of your product collection.

• You manage the product lifecycle of your product collection: from design briefing, follow up with creation department and product launch in close collaboration with the marketing team.
• You run various analyses in order to map the size and profitability of the different market segments, collections or individual products and propose actions in order to further support them.
• You also harmonize the collection in order to have a clear and competitive offering.
• You secure that product and product quality meets our standards, EU regulations and sustainable aspects.
• You are the link between suppliers and the creation department and keep yourself constantly informed about new trends and technologies
• You further develop a product strategy based on market, customer and competitor’s analysis and identify growth opportunities in the different markets.
• You support sales activities and product launches, including training of our customers and global sales team
• You report to the Director of Product Development and support him/her with strategic decisions

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS – Who are we looking for?

To become our Product Manager workwear, you will need:

• A proven experience in product portfolio management in the workwear or safety wear or outdoor apparel market.
• Profound knowledge of technical garment materials
• Basic knowledge of relevant safety wear and workwear certifications and standards
• Proven knowledge of marketing principles and pricing strategies
• Experience and track record in leading the development of a product category strategy
• Ability to manage multiple projects against set deadlines and budgets
• Proficient computer skills in different IT applications including MS Office, knowledge of ERP is an asset
• Adobe Illustrator skills, office, social media is an asset
• Commercial acumen to identify products with strong sales potential
• Experience liaising with colleagues and suppliers based overseas
• Entrepreneurial, enthusiastic and commercial skills
• Experience of working with a dynamic and commercially focused team, you are a team player
• Excellent communication skills
• Multilingual (English, Dutch) and open to travel internationally

What we offer

• The chance to join a great team of likeminded, hard-working people who are passionate about achieving the Safety Jogger vision and the growth objectives of the company
• A genuine commitment to flexible working. We’re focused on outcomes and not inputs. We trust our people because we know they want what’s best for our business. We want you to love your work but respect that you also love your life outside of Safety Jogger!
• A unique opportunity to work in a dynamic family owned company with short communication lines and quick decision taking
• A competitive salary package and a suite of benefits and perks

Eager to join our Safety Jogger community?

For this vacancy, we work in an exclusive partnership with Altior Executive Search Consultants. You can apply by mailing your resumé (CV) with motivation letter at info@altior.be. For more information, call Jan Verstraeten, Partner with Altior Executive Search, at 0032 56 62 26 30.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – What will you do?

• You assist the Supply Chain Manager in the procurement of the goods, accessories and services at the best quality, prices, quantities and availability.
• You accurately follow the procurement strategy, policies and procedures.
• You play a strategic role in selecting new vendors, fostering relationships and managing vendor performance.
• You receive and process procurement requests on time.
• You source and obtain quotations from suppliers and evaluate specifications, quality, prices and delivery time.
• You advise all relevant internal stakeholders on procurement-related issues.
• You assist in the negotiation of standing orders with suppliers.
• You maintain proper records of all procurement-related documents.
• You follow up on orders that have been placed with suppliers.
• You assist in supply chain management and vendor master data management.
• You keep yourself informed about evolutions and developments of new materials, accessories, half-products and finished products.
• You promote new products to the stakeholders.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS – Who are we looking for?

• You have affinity with and knowledge of textiles.
• You have a bachelor’s degree.
• You have at least 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar position.
• You are fluent in English and Dutch.
• You know how to negotiate.
• You have planning and time management skills.
• You are a good communicator.
• You know how to solve problems.
• You like to travel.
• You know ERP.

OFFER – what can you expect in return?

• You will have a challenging job in a dynamic and international company where people can make a difference with their entrepreneurship.
• You will work in an open corporate culture with short communication lines.
• You will be able to develop yourself and take initiative.
• You will receive a competitive salary with various extralegal benefits, based on your profile and experience.

Eager to join our Safety Jogger community?

Then mail with our HR Department Nick Braeckman - nick.braeckman@cortina.be

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – What will you do?

• You are responsible for the general organization of the warehouse.
• You assist in optimizing the processes.
• You support the supervisors.
• You select temporary employees and are in contact with temporary employment agencies.
• You supervise new employees and ensure that they receive the necessary training.
• You keep the costs of the warehouse under control.
• You know the procedures and make sure they are respected.
• You ensure good communication between the different departments.
• You will report to the Global Warehouse Manager.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS – Who are we looking for?

• You have a secondary school degree or equivalent through experience.
• You speak Dutch and have a good knowledge of French and English.
• You have a good knowledge of MS Office.
• You have a strong sense of organization and planning.
• You are stress resistant and flexible.
• You are a problem solver.
• You are analytical, communicative and results oriented.
• You have a hands-on mentality and know how to tackle things.
• You are a team player.

OFFER – what can you expect in return?

• You will be supported by enthusiastic colleagues with a passion for their job.
• You will be working in an international and very dynamic environment in the shoe business.
• You will work in an open corporate culture with short communication lines.
• You will get the chance to develop and educate yourself and to take initiative.
• You work full time (38 hours/week), with 6 days of compensation on top of your 20 days’ leave.

Eager to join our Safety Jogger community?

Then mail with our HR Department Nick Braeckman - nick.braeckman@cortina.be