Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Textile Sector Product Development Coordinator to join our team at HUMAN & COMMERCIAL RESOURCES RECRUITMENT.
About Standard Textile Europe
Standard Textile Europe is a global leader in textile products, with a rich history dating back to 1940. As a family business, we have grown to become a major player in the industry, operating in 14 countries with 24 sites and 4,000 employees worldwide.
We specialize in textile products, including bed linen, terry cloth, decoration, and solutions for various sectors such as healthcare, hospitality, industrial laundry, and furniture.
This role will act as a liaison between the sales team, product development, and sourcing, playing a critical part in our growth strategy.
Main Responsibilities
* Product Range Management:
* Work closely with the sales teams to anticipate customer needs and propose suitable products.
* Participate in the development of new products (bed linen, terry cloth) in collaboration with internal teams and suppliers.
* Translating Commercial Needs into Sourcing and Product Development:
* Translate the needs expressed by the sales team into product definitions for the Sourcing Specialist.
* Participate in analyzing and creating product sheets for each item to ensure the products meet quality requirements and the expectations of the hospitality market.
* Product Analysis and Development:
* Assist in adapting products based on customer feedback or evolving market demands.
* In collaboration with the sales team, monitor trends and new requirements in the hospitality sector to anticipate future customer needs.
* Product Quality and Compliance:
* Initiate requests for technical adjustments or product modifications based on customer feedback or identified needs with the sourcing specialist.
* Handle product returns and customer complaints in collaboration with the quality and production departments.
* Support for the Sales Teams:
* As your skills evolve, provide technical support to the sales teams, helping them understand product specifications and respond to customer inquiries.
Requirements
* Highest education level: Higher education, technical or commercial.
* Proven experience in a similar role, ideally in the textile sector.
* A strong set of skills including autonomy, curiosity, interpersonal skills, excellent organizational abilities, ability to thrive in a matrix organization, and daily interaction with colleagues across different locations.
Language Requirements
* Fluency in Dutch and English.
* Familiarity with French is an asset but not a requirement.