Product Manager (Warehousing & Logistics) - Temporary

Independent Recruiters; Utrecht; Hybrid; EUR 73,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Recruiters in Utrecht seeks a Product Manager for Warehousing & Logistics on a temporary basis to lead a product team focused on innovation and operational excellence within a Returns Center.

You will shape the product vision for in-house refurbishment capabilities, guide cross-functional teams, and translate strategy into a concrete development roadmap. Hybrid work is available with two mandatory in-office days.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of the product lifecycle.
• Experience guiding cross-functional teams (engineering, design, research).
• Ability to develop a long-term product vision and strategy.
• Translate vision into actionable roadmaps and requirements.
• Strong grasp of warehousing operations and logistics.
• Familiarity with AI concepts and application opportunities.
• Experience implementing automation in ops environments.
• Proven ability to improve and streamline processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide temporary leadership and strategic direction to a product team focused on innovation and operational excellence within a Returns Center.
• Drive strategic improvements and ensure day-to-day operational stability of the returns process.
• Define and articulate the product vision for in-house refurbishment capabilities.
• Assess, shape, and accelerate the development of in-house refurbishment capabilities.
• Translate strategic objectives into an actionable product roadmap.
• Prioritize initiatives and manage the product backlog to deliver on strategic goals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across operations, technology, and other departments.

Job description

Beschrijving

Responsibilities Product Manager (Warehousing & Logistics) - Temporary

• Provide temporary leadership and strategic direction to a product team focused on innovation and operational excellence within a Returns Center.
• Drive strategic improvements and ensure day-to-day operational stability of the returns process.
• Define and articulate the product vision for in-house refurbishment capabilities.
• Assess, shape, and accelerate the development of in-house refurbishment capabilities.
• Evaluate product opportunities and their associated business value.
• Translate strategic objectives into an actionable product roadmap.
• Prioritize initiatives and manage the product backlog to deliver on strategic goals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across operations, technology, and other relevant departments.
• Facilitate alignment and buy-in from diverse stakeholder groups.
• Communicate product strategy, progress, and key decisions effectively to all levels of the organization.
• Ensure continuity and stability for the product team during a period of leadership transition.
• Support and guide the product team in achieving their objectives.

Requirements

Requirements Product Manager (Warehousing & Logistics) - Temporary

• Demonstrated track record of successfully defining, launching, and iterating on complex products, ideally within a relevant industry. This implies a deep understanding of the product lifecycle.
• Experience in guiding and motivating cross-functional product teams (e.g., engineering, design, research) to achieve product goals, including mentorship and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Ability to develop a compelling long-term product vision and strategy, aligning it with business objectives and market opportunities.
• Capability to translate strategic vision into actionable product roadmaps, detailed requirements, and drive day-to-day execution to deliver on those plans.
• In‑depth understanding of the intricacies, challenges, and best practices within warehousing operations, logistics supply chains, and general operational workflows. This includes understanding key metrics, pain points, and existing solutions.
• Familiarity with AI concepts, techniques, and tools. Proven ability to identify opportunities for AI application within operational processes (e.g., predictive analytics, optimization, automation) and translate these into product features.
• Proven experience in analyzing, improving, and streamlining operational processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Familiarity with implementing automation solutions within operational environments.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement products that support the growth and scaling of operational functions.

Salaris

The Offer Product Manager (Warehousing & Logistics) - Temporary

This is a 32-40 hours assignment in Utrecht, hybrid work is possible (2 days in the office are mandatory). Start date is October 2026, until end of May 2027. For this assignment, you receive a contract from Independent Recruiters with salary of€6500 -€7500 gross per month, based on 40 hours per week.