Manager Product Line

JBT Corporation; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Innovative and collaborative environment

International teams

Impact on product strategy and customer satisfaction

Job summary

A global food technology firm is seeking a Product Line Manager to lead innovations in UHT processing solutions from their Rotterdam location. This role demands a technically savvy individual with a strong customer-focused mindset to drive product excellence and customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include translating customer requirements into product specifications, training sales teams, and maintaining deep knowledge of product lines. A bachelor's degree in Engineering or related fields and significant industry experience are essential. Full-time position offers an opportunity to make a global impact.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in product management, sales support, or technical leadership within the food processing or related industry.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex equipment or product lines in a global context.

Responsibilities

• Identify and communicate customer value of products.
• Ensure customer requirements are translated into product specifications.
• Develop technical knowledge of products.
• Train Account Managers on new products.
• Prepare technical presentations and demonstrations.

Skills

Technical knowledge of UHT equipment

Customer management

Technical troubleshooting

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Food Technology, or a related field

Job description

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Are you passionate about food technology and innovation? Ready to make a global impact in transforming the future of food processing?

Join JBT Marel as our Product Line Manager and play a pivotal role in shaping the success of our advanced Ultra‑High Temperature (UHT) processing solutions worldwide.

Based in or connected with our Amsterdam location, you will work at the heart of a global organization, collaborating across regions to drive product excellence, customer satisfaction, and sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

• Identify and clearly communicate the customer value of JBT products to customers and sales teams.
• Ensure customer requirements are fully understood and accurately translated into product specifications.
• Develop and maintain deep technical knowledge of JBT products, including their relationship to other product lines.
• Train Account Managers on new products and features to enable them to effectively advise customers.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations and demonstrations to customers.
• Uphold JBT Marel’s values in all your activities.
• Coordinate complex or multi‑equipment quoting processes from start to finish.
• Support Account Managers and Business Development Managers with technical questions and pricing.
• Conduct tests with customers and estimate additional costs for adaptations or non‑standard installations.
• Coordinate with Sales, Engineering, and Manufacturing to ensure product specifications and timelines meet customer expectations.
• Conduct site visits with Account Managers for layout design and finalization of quotes.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate for the role of Product Line Manager – UHT Equipment is a highly motivated, technically savvy professional with a global mindset and a passion for customer‑focused innovation. You thrive in a complex, cross‑functional environment, combining deep technical knowledge with strong commercial insight.

You possess a comprehensive understanding of the technical aspects of UHT equipment, their applications, and relevant industry standards and regulations. You deeply understand customer product requirements and can translate them into optimal technical solutions. With an innovation‑driven mentality, you strive to exceed customer expectations and think strategically and holistically to identify long‑term opportunities and value creation for the customer.

You are also experienced in customer management, capable of building and maintaining strong, sustainable relationships. You are flexible and willing to travel internationally to customer sites. You can translate complex technical details into accessible information for non‑technical stakeholders and have excellent communication skills to collaborate with customers, engineers, and operational teams. You are capable of troubleshooting in real‑time and providing effective solutions during customer interactions.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Food Technology, or a related field.
• Significant experience in product management, sales support, or technical leadership within the food processing or related industry.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex equipment or product lines in a global context.

Demonstrated ability to drive revenue, margin, and customer satisfaction through technical leadership.

Why Work at JBT Marel?

• Work in an international, innovative, and collaborative environment.
• Work with advanced UHT equipment and international teams worldwide.
• Live JBT Marel’s values every day and make a direct impact on product strategy, sales excellence, and customer satisfaction.

How to Apply

Ready to lead globally, shape innovation, and transform the future of food processing?

Apply today by clicking the “Apply” button.

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Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Product Management and Marketing

Industries

• Machinery Manufacturing

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