Product Manager Hydraulics
Key Skills
Job Description
How You Keep The Engine Running With Us As Product Manager - Hydraulics, you play a key role in shaping the future of Component Maintenance activities within Fokker Services Group. You are responsible for developing and executing the global Hydraulics capability roadmap, identifying new technologies, repair procedures and growth opportunities for both our Netherlands and Americas operations. Working closely with Product Engineers, Sales, Procurement and Operations, you drive capability expansion, operational excellence and commercial success. Furthermore, You Are Responsible For Defining and executing the global development roadmap for Hydraulic repair capabilities and technologies. Continuously improving the existing capability portfolio using Lean principles and data-driven insights. Supporting and initiate sales campaigns to expand market opportunities and increase revenue. Driving cost reduction initiatives together with Procurement to improve competitiveness. Analyzing technical and business data to identify trends and improve decision-making. Managing and optimize the global Hydraulics capability portfolio from a commercial perspective. Essential How you are valuable to us Strong entrepreneurial skills and a commercial mindset. Experience identifying and developing business and sales opportunities. Ability to translate product strategies and technical concepts into clear communication. Solid understanding of hydraulic components and related systems. Experience with Lean and continuous improvement. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Advanced skills in Excel, Power BI and/or Access. This role will be based out of our office in Oude Meer (Schiphol) and full time presence at this location is expected, including regular travel to other global site Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline. Experience in Program Management or a related qualification. Where you will be working A company with over a hundred years of experience, innovation, knowledge and expertise coursing through our veins. Our cross-departmental approach and tailor-made solutions are making their mark on the future of aerospace innovation. With our welcoming and friendly culture, we are more than just colleagues. We are a team of friends committed to both fun and development in the workplace. This enthusiasm and ongoing performance development ensures that our employees commit to Fokker Services Group for the long-term. We are pioneers and we are dauntless. It's no coincidence that we're a global player in the field of aircraft maintenance and advancement. Together with our keen and initiative-taking colleagues, we work on the most innovative and advanced solutions aiming at creating a more sustainable and optimal aerospace sector. We continue to push the boundaries of possibility. And that's how we make sure we keep aircraft where they belong: in the air! What we offer? Working at Fokker Services Group gives you the opportunity to work in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment, with innovative thinking and cooperation with a no-nonsense culture as the core. You will be guided by professional and resolute colleagues, which will give you the knowledge and experience to further boost your career. We Also Offer You A competitive salary matching your knowledge and experience. 29 holiday days and 13 ADV leave days per year, based on a fulltime (40 hours) contract. A challenging and international working environment. The opportunity to work on innovative aviation technologies. Plenty of room for professional and personal growth.
Core Responsibilities
Develop and execute the global roadmap for hydraulic repair capabilities and technologies, improving the portfolio through Lean methods and data-driven insights. Expand commercial opportunities, support sales campaigns, reduce costs with Procurement, and manage the global Hydraulics capability portfolio.
Requirements
Candidates should bring a commercial and entrepreneurial mindset, experience developing business or sales opportunities, knowledge of hydraulic components and systems, and experience with Lean and continuous improvement. Strong analytical and communication skills and advanced Excel, Power BI, and/or Access skills are expected; a bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline and Program Management experience are preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- 29 Holiday Days
- 13 ADV Leave Days
- Professional Growth Opportunities
- Personal Growth Opportunities
- International Working Environment
About Fokker Services Group
Industry: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Company size: 501-1,000 employees
Fokker Services Group is an independent aviation aftermarket company with a global reach. Providing comprehensive solutions from its five facilities in Europe, Asia and the Americas, Fokker Services Group is a key partner for regional, narrow-body and wide-body platforms in the Commercial, VIP, Cargo and Defense markets. The organization offers a unique set of capabilities, products and services: ‘Modifications & Engineering Services’ for the latest technical solutions; ‘Component & Material Services’ such as nose-to-tail programs, exchange services, component repairs, parts manufacturing and spares deliveries; ‘Airframe Services’ for aircraft MRO including lease transitions and painting; and ‘Aircraft Completion & Conversion Services’ for Executive, VVIP and Special Mission aircraft upgrades. With this broad range of expertise, Fokker Services Group ensures the continued competitive operation of its customers’ fleet.