Product Specialist Accessories

Cargotec Corporation; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hiab is seeking a Product Specialist Accessories to bridge market needs and engineering solutions. You will work with clients and cross-functional teams to showcase product benefits and drive improvements that enhance productivity, safety and sustainability.

The role requires 5+ years in product management or related fields, and fluency in English. You will monitor trends, contribute to pricing, and lead development initiatives in a global setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Product Management, Product Development or Business Development.
• Strong analytical mindset with ability to translate data into insights.
• Deep technical understanding of product applications within accessories sales.

Responsibilities

• Analyze market trends and set pricing strategies for new products.
• Interface with clients and internal teams to gather feedback and guide product direction.
• Collaborate with sourcing and vendors on assortment standardization and cost.
• Lead PLC and NPD initiatives and support design-to-cost improvements.
• Provide training and ongoing support to stakeholders and partners.
• Address issues quickly to ensure satisfaction and sustainability.
• Share knowledge with internal and external stakeholders to improve methods.

Skills

Product Management

Market analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

English fluency

Technical product knowledge

Job description

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Hiab is the pioneer in smart and sustainable on road load handling solutions. We believe in more than just work — we believe in making a difference for our customers to building a better tomorrow.

Your mission

As our Product Specialist Accessories, you will bridge the gap between market needs and engineering solutions, working closely with new and prospective clients to showcase how our product solutions can transform their business. Your ultimate goal is to make a tangible difference in our customers' operations by enhancing their productivity, safety and sustainability.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure our products stay competitive by following market trends and monitoring the competitive landscape. Establish pricing strategies and guidelines for new product development
• Utilize market data as a base for strategic analysis and decision-making
• Interface with clients, Sales, Marketing, Equipment Divisions, Engineering and Operations to gather feedback, recommend product enhancements and suggest the future direction of our products
• Work with sourcing and key vendors on assortment standardization, cost and lead time development, RFQs and building strong vendor relationships
• Lead and prioritize Accessories Product Lifetime Care (PLC) and New Product Development (NPD) initiatives. Carry out short-term development activities and complete assignments independently
• Provide customer and stakeholder feedback to the R&D design process, including Design-to-Cost (DtC) and quality improvements
• Conduct product and sales training and provide ongoing support for various internal stakeholders, dealers and importers
• Address customer issues and concerns quickly to ensure high satisfaction, product quality and sustainability
• Analyze and improve current ways of working and exchange knowledge with key internal and external stakeholders.

What we are looking for

• At least 5 years in Product Management, Product Development or Business Development. Proven experience working with global teams and remote resources is essential
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to work with complex data sets, translate them into actionable insights and use them as a foundation for business decisions
• Deep technical understanding of products and applications. Specific experience in accessories sales, application tools or installation accessories is a significant plus
• Fluent in English both verbally and written
• A self-motivated influencer with strong commercial acumen. You are a network builder who thrives in cross-functional collaboration
• You resonate with our core values - Caring, Reliable and Pioneering - and are committed to the Hiab Code of Conduct.

What we offer

We offer you a position in a global organisation where you are challenged with interesting and diverse tasks. These tasks will provide a great opportunity for you to grow professionally.

In addition, we provide:

• A friendly "Employee First" culture where your ideas are always welcome
• The chance to work on projects that improve safety and help the environment
• The pride of working for a world leader in on-road load handling.

We Are Hiab Hiab (Nasdaq Helsinki: HIAB) is a leading provider of smart and sustainable on road load-handling solutions, committed to delivering the best customer experience every day with the most engaged people and partners. As the industry pioneer, Hiab continues to make on road load-handling smarter, safer and more sustainable to build a better tomorrow.