We are looking for an Innovation Program Manager, New Products (CEA/Propagation & Young Plants)
We are looking for a senior, self-driven professional to accelerate our Innovation strategy by bringing new products to market – initial focus on next-generation organic products for propagation and young plants.
In this role, you will be responsible for the entire journey from idea to successful market launch. You will lead the development of the value chain, define the right market fit, and manage customer trials and validation to ensure new products meet market needs. Working closely with our Business Areas, you will drive the successful commercialisation of new product concepts. You will manage end-to-end new product development and go-to-market projects, collaborating closely with colleagues across R&D, Commercial, and Operations. As a change leader, you will connect cross-functional teams, foster collaboration, and drive innovation to deliver results. By combining strong market insight with a customer-focused approach, you will not only bring successful new products to market but also ensure they achieve their targeted business case. Location: De Lier, the Netherlands, Venlo, the Netherlands, Vantaa, Finland
Your responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end development of new products from concept to commercial ramp-up
- Lead value chain creation across R&D, sourcing, production, and commercial teams
- Define target markets, positioning, and business case for new products
- Develop and execute go-to-market strategies (pricing, channels, customer segments)
- Plan and lead customer trials and product performance validation with key partners
- Translate market and customer insights into clear product requirements and portfolio decisions
- Act as a change leader, driving adoption of new product concepts internally and externally
- Influence and align stakeholders across functions and geographies
- Ensure successful handover to business operations after ramp-up
- Move on to lead the next prioritized Innovation development project
