You will join the Projects & Special Segments organization, working closely with OEM sponsors, Sales, Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations and Legal. The role reports to the Co-CCO Special Segments & Projects and is based in Rotterdam.
The team operates in a highly international and commercial-technical environment, where collaboration, ownership, and an entrepreneurial mindset are key. You will work across functions and regions, driving category strategy and OEM partnerships that directly impact global product and service performance.
As Category Manager, you are responsible for managing the full product and service lifecycle, from concept, market input and selection through launch, updates, and discontinuation. You define and prioritize product and service requirements based on market insights, customer needs, competitor analysis, and regulatory developments.
You work closely with OEMs, Procurement, Sales, Operations and Legal to develop and manage global agreements, optimize product portfolios, and ensure strong supplier performance. You also play a key role in translating product developments into commercial opportunities and supporting global growth initiatives. In addition, you ensure alignment between product strategy, supply chain, and data governance, including master data and lifecycle management within ERP systems.
- Manage the full product and service lifecycle (requirements, selection, launch, updates, obsolescence, discontinuation);
- Gather and prioritize product requirements based on market, customer and competitor insights;
- Develop and manage strategic OEM relationships, including negotiations on commercial terms and global agreements;
- Identify and develop new OEM’s and category opportunities;
- Leading (global) tenders and support (global) campaigns
- Initiate RFQs and support strategic sourcing initiatives; based on acquired – non-committed – indicative – market potential
- Monitor regulations and translate them into commercial and product opportunities;
- Support Sales & Marketing with product content, campaigns and category input;
- Ensure accurate product, pricing and lifecycle data in Business Central and MDM systems;
- Lead QBRs, vendor performance reviews, and ensure OEM compliance (including export control);
- Develop OEM roadmaps, business cases, and performance insights.
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills;
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills;
- Analytical, structured, and data-driven working style;
- Entrepreneurial and commercially minded mindset;
- Ability to translate complex information into clear actions;
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
- Ability to work across multiple internal and external stakeholders;
- Technical affinity and willingness to understand complex products and systems.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering or similar;
- 5+ years of experience in the maritime or technical B2B industry;
- Experience in category management, product management or procurement;
- Excellent command of English and Dutch language.
When you join Radio Holland as Category Manager in Rotterdam, you can expect:
- A competitive compensation package;
- 30 vacation days and 4/5 collective ADV-days;
- 8% holiday allowance and pension scheme;
- A strategic and international role with high impact;
- Strong collaboration with global OEMs and industry leaders;
- Strong collaboration with internal stake holders (Global BDM Director, Global Project Director, Global Service Director, Global SC) and respective staff for major tenders
- Long-term career development opportunities.
If you’re an eager and motivated Category Manager for our Supply Chain Management department with a passion for maritime technology and a commitment to exceptional service, we encourage you to apply. Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected].
Radio Holland is the first choice for NavCom solutions in the maritime industry worldwide. We provide innovative solutions for all electronic functions on board by delivering, installing, and integrating advanced equipment. With a global network of branches and agents, we ensure fast and efficient service along major shipping routes. We strive for a high level of service and a long-term relationship with our customers and focus on innovative and sustainable technologies to improve efficiency and safety on ships. First Choice for NavCom Solutions.
