Created in 1986, XD Connects, a SOLO Company, is a leading European provider of sustainable promotional products and corporate gifts. Based in Rijswijk, the Netherlands, we employ over 100 people and serve customers across Europe through a robust network of distributors and partners. As part of the SOLO Group, one of Europe's largest promotional products organizations with annual revenues exceeding €700 million, we combine the agility and innovation of a fast-growing company with the scale, resources, and market reach of a European market leader. Our ambition is clear: to build Europe's most compelling and innovative B2B product assortment.

The Role

As a passionate and entrepreneurial Product Manager for Consumer Electronics & Mobile Accessories, you will shape the future of our Technology category by identifying emerging consumer trends, sourcing breakthrough products, building strategic supplier partnerships, and creating a market-leading portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Develop the latest tech gifts according to quality, design, and margins within the given timeframe.
• Build strong relationships with vendors/suppliers to ensure optimal product delivery.
• Drive the technology collection plan and implement the right product mix to maximize business impact.
• Lead the launch of each collection, collaborating with design, production, communication, and sales teams to meet deadlines.
• Present to groups of varying sizes, from sales teams and distributors to senior management and key customers.
• Proactively develop strategies and feature ideas to enhance product plans based on business goals and KPIs.
• Engage and excite various stakeholders throughout the process.

Requirements

• Based in the Netherlands.
• Frequent travel experience to Asia for Guangzhou Canton Fair & Hong Kong Shows.
• Excellent command of Dutch and English.
• Bachelor’s or university degree and a minimum of 4 years of experience (retail or B2B) as a product manager.
• Strong awareness of challenges in sustainable development.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical thinking skills.
• Strong multitasking abilities to ensure deadlines are met.
• Proven research and project management capabilities.
• Proficient in Excel.

What We Offer

• Full-time job (40h) in a great, fun, and hardworking team.
• Competitive salary and secondary employment conditions, including 27 vacation days based on full-time employment and a health bonus.
• Brand-new office next to the train station in Rijswijk.
• Free use of the gym facility in our new office.
• Staff discount on our products.

Enthusiastic about this job? With innovation and sustainability as our pillars, we continuously aim to improve and pursue greater ambitions. If you are interested in joining our mission as a Product Manager for Consumer Electronics & Mobile Accessories, click on the 'apply-now' button!