Product & Tender Manager

Company Description

Want to join a company with a century-long tradition of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit that pushes the limits of the smart lighting industry? A company that requires employees to broaden their expertise to not only light urban environments but also deliver services for engaging and interactive public spaces. With a rich heritage in engineering, environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable lighting has always been part of our DNA. With connectivity more vital more ever, as Experts in Lightability™, we propose lighting infrastructure that will play a pivotal role in building Smart Cities. A family-owned Belgian company, we are present in over 70 countries on 5 continents.  

Will you take the challenge? Let’s light up the future together! 

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Product & Tender Manager to lead the development and delivery of our products and solutions of our ESSENTIALS range. The successful candidate will bridge business needs and technical execution across multiples countries, working closely with Engineering, Design, Sales, Marketing, and Operations teams to deliver products that generate customer value and business growth.

Location : position based in Europe (to be defined with the candidate)

What you will do :

Product Strategy & Roadmap

• Define and own the product vision, strategy, and roadmap for the Essentials range.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard qualified Asian suppliers aligned with company product strategy and cost targets.
• Prioritize product initiatives based on business impact, customer value, and technical feasibility.
• Develop business cases and ROI analyses for new product investments.

Product Development & Delivery

• Translate business requirements into detailed product specifications.
• Work closely with Engineering and Business teams based globally to ensure successful execution.
• Manage and prioritize product backlogs.
• Ensure products are delivered on time, within scope, and meet quality standards.

Customer & Market Analysis

• Gather customer feedback through interviews, workshops, and product usage analytics.
• Conduct competitive analysis and market benchmarking.
• Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies.

Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary interface between business stakeholders and technical teams.
• Communicate roadmap progress, risks, and priorities to leadership.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams on product launches and go-to-market strategies.

Product Performance Management

• Analyse product performance using data and analytics tools.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on customer feedback and operational insights.

Qualifications

At Schréder, entrepreneurship and a growth mindset are essential. It's not just about who you are but who you want to become with us. 

Skills Requested

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of Product Management experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing products throughout the entire product lifecycle.
• Strong understanding of product development and tender processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Proven ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Strategic thinking and business planning.
• Stakeholder and customer management.
• Contract review and risk assessment.
• Project management.
• Capable of reviewing technical designs and understanding solution discussions.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Ability to communicate effectively with developers,  QA teams, and business stakeholders.
• Fluent in English; additional European languages are an asset

Additional Information

At Schréder, every employee is valued for his or her skill set. We actively look for and choose employees based on their experience and the value they bring to the company. 

What we have waiting for you 

• A positive work environment : You can expect to work in an environment that is safe, supportive, and free from discrimination or harassment.  
• Flexibility at work : For all functions that allow it, we encourage hybrid working, as working in person and remotely has benefits.  
• Growth opportunities : You will be part of a global company that encourages your employees to learn and develop daily and pursue their career goals at Schréder. Our soul is entrepreneurial, so take some risks, allow yourself to get out of your comfort zone and grow with us! 
• Open communication : We encourage open communication between employees and managers and feedback and suggestions between all organisational levels. 
• Shared purpose : If you will be here with us, we share the same values.  
• Deeper connections : We are friendly and open to those who arrive, see great value in our differences and diversity, and work together with trust and collaboration. 

On top of that, in addition to a competitive and attractive compensation package, we offer a great number of extra-legal advantages such as flexible working hours, structural homeworking, a market competitive salary, performance bonus, mobility budget, meal vouchers, eco vouchers, pension provision, medical & hospitalization insurance, net allowances and cafetaria plan. 

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion 

Respect is one of our Values. Our commitment to inclusivity goes hand in hand with our dedication to sustainability and the environment. Inclusivity is part of who we are, so we encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities.

At Schréder, we commit ourselves to co-creating an environment where passionate people work and win together, learn and have fun. Let Join us!