Global MSC/ASC Certification Product Leader

SGS; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS is seeking a Global Product Manager for MSC/ASC to drive certification services, grow the product in key regions and ensure long-term viability. You will lead a global team across locations, oversee audits, accreditations, and scheme launches, and align with Marketing and other Product Managers to seize opportunities and manage regulatory changes.

You will shape the commercial strategy, monitor KPIs, and guide internal and external stakeholders while maintaining SGS standards of integrity

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of MSC/ASC Seafood Certification and related regulations.
• Ability to combine technical credibility with relationship management and commercial awareness.
• Experience in leading cross-functional teams across locations and markets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Global MSC/ASC team across multiple locations to maintain competence, motivation and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with audit, accreditation and approval criteria to support certification decisions.
• Develop and monitor internal/external KPIs to drive decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Safeguard SGS business and brand by maintaining accreditations and approvals.
• Lead the launch and updates of MSC/ASC schemes and revisions.
• Manage department costs to support P&L targets.
• Conduct performance reviews and recruit as needed.
• Act as the technical expert for the MSC/ASC network and communicate key messages to stakeholders.
• Maintain relationships with scheme technical management and interact with other Product Managers.

Skills

Food aquaculture knowledge

Quality systems knowledge

Auditing & certification

Team leadership

Go-to-market strategy

Regulatory intelligence

Digital mindset

Analytical/problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal relationships

Microsoft 365

Copilot 365 / AI tools

Tools

Copilot 365

Microsoft 365

Job description

SGS is seeking a Global Product Manager for MSC/ASC to drive certification services, grow the product in key regions and ensure long-term viability. You will lead a global team across locations, oversee audits, accreditations, and scheme launches, and align with Marketing and other Product Managers to seize opportunities and manage regulatory changes.

You will shape the commercial strategy, monitor KPIs, and guide internal and external stakeholders while maintaining SGS standards of integrity