People Manager Technology

We are evolving our in-house e-commerce platform which powers multiple of our digital sales channels and webshops. Serving thousands of customers and generating a turnover of one billion euros per year. The core platform is stable and allows us to focus our attention on new product development. 

As the People Manager Technology, you will play a critical role in supporting the success of Kramp and our software engineers. With your passion for facilitating, coaching and empowering engineers you make sure the teams are performing at their best. You will be reporting to the Director Software Engineering and  together ensure that the teams are well-equipped to facilitate growth. You will be part of a management team consisting of two other Technology Managers and the Manager Product Way of Working who is responsible for the Agile coaches.

Things that will keep you busy if you join our team as a People Manager Technology:

• Lead and manage a group of 35/40 Software Engineers, ensuring they are performing at their best and meeting their goals.

• Work closely with the Product Owners to jointly ensure the teams are delivering the expected quality.

• Ensure the happiness and satisfaction of the engineers and provide opportunities for them to switch teams if desired.

• Responsible for the employee net promoter score (NPS), team health, retention rate, and personal development of people.

• Liaise with Agile Coaches & HR Team to equip teams for growth and company expansion. 

• Oversee capacity planning and coordinate the performance cycle of the employees.

• Spearhead growth framework implementation and communicate management team initiatives and strategy organization-wide.

Some facts about us and our teams:

• We believe in empowering individuals to take control of their own growth, with guidance provided.

• Mature management team with clear vision and specific goals, and open to feedback.

• Our teams are autonomous and equipped with all necessary tools and capabilities.

• Our colleagues come from 30 different countries, creating an inclusive and open-minded environment.

• We use cutting-edge technologies and prioritize work-life balance.

What will help you be successful in this role:

• Previous management experience (10+FTE) in a tech/digital or e-commerce environment.

• Demonstrated leadership and management skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Eagerness for self learning, development and personal growth.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment.

• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies.

• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability in fostering connections. 

What does Kramp offer:

• 25 holidays + 12 paid leave days

• Competitive salary with holiday allowance

• Profit sharing bonus

• Collective agreements on Health insurance and more

• Hybrid working policy where there is a combination of working from home and working from our two locations; Utrecht (main location) and Varsseveld.

• Travel- and working from home allowance

• Generous pension plan

About us

Thanks to our ambitions we are active throughout Europe: a leading position in the agricultural market for parts. We heavily invest in E-Business and innovations. Our aim is to make it easy for our customers to run their business. Working at Kramp means working with over 3500 international colleagues. . The people at Kramp are enthusiastic, professional and involved. We speak our customers’ language, understand their challenges and earn their trust to exceed their expectations. Our promise “It’s that easy” is embedded in our culture and DNA.  

Working at Kramp means: 

… you belong here! ​Being part of our open business community​
… your work makes a difference!​ Have an impact on what matters 

… you will develop and realize​! Learn and realize your potential 

 More about Kramp: https://www.careeratkramp.com/nl-nl  

Contact  

Do you like to know more about this vacancy or want to apply? 

Send an e-mail to sophie.ten.berge@kramp.com