Product Director - Site Screening

Job Description

Are you an experienced professional with a strong track record in driving business growth through innovative products and advanced technologies? If so, we invite you to take the lead in shaping the future of our transformative global product portfolio.

At Fugro’s headquarters in the Netherlands, we are seeking a Product Director to spearhead the development and commercialization of a diverse product portfolio. In this role, you will define and communicate a strategic vision that aligns with the company’s long-term objectives and market opportunities. You will oversee the discovery, development, and commercialization of both new and existing products, ensuring optimal resource allocation across multiple offerings to maximize portfolio value.

As Product Director you will be responsible for managing Fugro’s innovations and associated teams within our geophysical survey portfolio. Our marine site screening services are vital to our operations, providing comprehensive seabed mapping and hazard identification to support project planning.

Join us and play a pivotal role in driving innovation and excellence in geophysical site screening across key global markets.

Your role

• Strategic Vision and Portfolio Management – Define and communicate the vision and strategy for the product portfolio, ensuring alignment with company goals and market opportunities;

• Cross-Functional Leadership and Team Development – Build and lead the Product Family team, fostering collaboration across departments and mentoring Product Managers and stakeholders;

• Market and Competitive Analysis – Conduct in-depth research, engage with stakeholders, and analyze trends to maintain a competitive edge and inform strategic decisions;

• Performance Monitoring and Optimization – Establish Product Family OKRs, track performance, and implement data-driven improvements to enhance efficiency and effectivenes;

• Stakeholder Communication and Reporting – Provide regular updates to Executive Leadership and key stakeholders, ensuring transparency and addressing concerns;

• Organizational Collaboration – Work closely with global and regional business leaders, sales, marketing, and innovation teams to drive product development and business growth;

• Financial and Commercial Oversight – Manage resource allocation, profitability, and value creation across the portfolio, ensuring financial sustainability;

• Technology Leadership and Innovation – Push the boundaries of digital technologies, drive early technology adoption, and lead innovation efforts;

• Change Management and Cultural Transformation – Act as a change agent, driving organizational and cultural development while navigating ambiguity effectively;

• Influencing and Negotiation – Work effectively with peers, colleagues, and partners to positively impact business performance and negotiate strategic opportunities;

Your track record

• You have at least 5 years of experience in Product Development, Senior Project Management and/or Business Development;

• You showcase strong commercial and financial acumen, cross-cultural awareness, the ability to effectively communicate and build relationships at all levels;

• You have a clear and concise way of communicating and a clear sense of purpose and a positive attitude to work with individuals, teams and stakeholders;

• You are able to demonstrate your expertise in stakeholder engagement and are able to communicate at all levels of the organisation;

• You have excellent English language skills, both written and oral.

What Fugro offers

• A competitive salary;

• 29 holidays per year based on a fulltime employment (of which 4 are appointed by Fugro management) and the possibility to purchase 12 additional days;

• Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally;

• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from home in accordance with your manager and corporate policies;

• Commuting allowance;

• Modern pension scheme;

• Collective health insurance;

• Possibility to register with our corporate fitness plan;

• Coaching options through our EAP (Employee Assistance Program).

Are you interested?

Please visit our Company Page to find out more on what it is like to work at Fugro.

If you have any further questions, please contact Umit Nesar, Corporate Recruiter, tel. +31 (0)6 -81 41 07 68

After you have applied

• You will receive an automated confirmation-email of the receipt of your application;

• When we see a match, we will invite you for the first interview within a couple of days. Of course, you will also receive a message if we will not invite you;

• After a successful first round, you will be invited for the second round;

• If we are both still positive after the second interview, we will make you an offer and with that we hope to welcome you at Fugro!

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Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated**.**