About the Position

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About the Company

Syncore is a top provider of automated, integrated logistics solutions ranging from robust, automated pallet storage to fully automated goods-to-person systems using technologies such as AutoStore, Geek+ (AMR) and Movu atlas pallet shuttle technology. Syncore has subsidiaries in Germany, The Netherlands, Poland, and Austria. It is the Logistic Solutions division within the Royal Reesink group of companies. Royal Reesink is an international distributor and service provider with 2,600 employees and a yearly turnover of €1.4B, headquartered in the Netherlands.

About the Role

As Senior Product & Portfolio Manager, you will take ownership of strategic technology portfolios, starting with our Pallet Handling solutions, while helping to shape additional areas such as AutoStore, Robotics, and Warehouse Software.

Working directly within the CTO organization, you will drive product strategy, portfolio development, customer value, and innovation. You will collaborate closely with customers, technology partners, Sales, Engineering, and Management while establishing Product Management as a key capability within Syncore.

Responsibilities

Define and drive product strategies, roadmaps, and value propositions for selected technology portfolios.
Own and develop Syncore’s Pallet Handling portfolio and contribute to the evolution of additional product areas.
Act as the voice of the customer and translate market needs into business opportunities and product initiatives.
Create portfolio transparency regarding strategic relevance, market potential, lifecycle, and business value.
Support strategic sales opportunities, customer workshops, and solution positioning.
Drive standardization and scalable solution concepts across the portfolio.
Build and maintain strong relationships with technology suppliers and strategic partners.
Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for innovation, new services, and portfolio growth.
Contribute to the development of Syncore’s Product Management organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Technology, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
Several years of experience in Product Management, Portfolio Management, Business Development, or a comparable strategic technology role.
Experience in intralogistics, warehouse automation, material handling, robotics, industrial automation, or a closely related industry.
Proven ability to develop product strategies, roadmaps, and business cases.
Strong understanding of product lifecycle management and portfolio management principles.
A strong commercial mindset combined with technical credibility and customer focus.
Experience working with technology suppliers, OEM partners, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence across functions and cultures.
An entrepreneurial and hands-on mindset, with the ability to build structures while remaining actively involved in daily operations.
Fluency in English.
German language skills are strongly preferred, while Dutch is considered an advantage.
Willingness to travel internationally within Europe.

We Offer

Work on customer projects focused on the modernization of automated logistics systems, dealing with a wide range of systems, technologies, and customer requirements.
Work closely with colleagues from Sales, Project Planning, Electrical Engineering, Automation, and Software.
An international, entrepreneurial environment with leading warehouse automation partners and short decision-making paths.
Professional growth opportunities within Syncore.

Contact

Would you like to know more about this vacancy? Please feel free to contact Marnix van Wely (HR Manager Syncore) at +31 2364 7401 or send your application to [email protected].

Apply now and become part of our team!

“We don’t just sell solutions, we leverage our expertise and experience to take responsibility for solutions that create measurable value within our customers’ operations.”

Testimonials

Maik Weinheimer, Account Manager

“Projects here are complex and international, but that’s exactly what makes the role interesting. You work with different teams and cultures, all focused on one shared goal.”

Max Brucker, Project Manager

“As a software developer, I enjoy the fact that what we build is actually used in real-life operations. You see your work making a difference in the warehouse.”

Mark Berentsen, Software Developer

“In service, you are close to the customer. You solve problems, but you also build trust. Even though the company is growing, the culture stays very personal.”

Benjan van den Brink, Service Engineer

Senior Product & Portfolio Manager

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