Category Manager Private Label By introducing a product that is unique in feature & benefits, pricing and look and feel, the retailer / distributor can distinguish themselves, in the challenging consumer electronic market in both online as well in classic retail. With a smart sense and vast experience on category and product management , me and my team are fully responsible for taking care of creating and completing private label branded product introductions. I am able to convert the… Show more Category Manager Private Label By introducing a product that is unique in feature & benefits, pricing and look and feel, the retailer / distributor can distinguish themselves, in the challenging consumer electronic market in both online as well in classic retail. With a smart sense and vast experience on category and product management , me and my team are fully responsible for taking care of creating and completing private label branded product introductions. I am able to convert the customer’s request into a successful product propositions.Key indicators - Able to get a clear understanding of the need and wishes of the customer - Converting ideas into real solutions that meet the latest regulation and product specifications. - Identifying new product development opportunities / market trends for private label brands.- Developing and bringing new products to the market as part of an overall product range strategy.- Designing and implementing new processes to help scale the business.- Attending customer sights / exhibitions and international trade, product shows. - Manage complete product lifecycle - Develop and execute new initiatives and roadmaps each year.- Coordinating product development across international, cross-functional teams like sales / legal and marketing. Show less

Category manager for the brands Bandridge and Profigold audio and video Connections. Responsible for managing, expanding the current range products in order to create a full product portfolio that meets the latest demands in nowadays consumers electronic retail markets.

Bandridge Europe N.V.is one of the fastest growing suppliers of audio, video, and multimedia accessories for the consumer retail market. Focussing on the consumer electronics market, we market and distribute innovative products under the brand names Bandridge and Profigold. The Bandridge products are sold worldwide in over 62 countries via selected distributors and are available to the consumer through the consumer electronics and computer retail channels. Key Responsibilities: -… Show more Bandridge Europe N.V.is one of the fastest growing suppliers of audio, video, and multimedia accessories for the consumer retail market. Focussing on the consumer electronics market, we market and distribute innovative products under the brand names Bandridge and Profigold. The Bandridge products are sold worldwide in over 62 countries via selected distributors and are available to the consumer through the consumer electronics and computer retail channels. Key Responsibilities: - Executing and follow up the product management plan in order to achieve the short and mid-term business objectives.- Maintaining and managing current Audio & Video product portfolio ca 600 products.- Ensuring product conformity according to the criteria set by the organisation, based on corporate image, branding, look and feel. - Sourcing for new products on international held trade and product Shows. - Responsible for successful product introduction in cooperation with marketing and sales department. - Studying the competition and monitoring market development in established and developing markets.- Analyse market conditions on monthly basis (price, share, competitors, trends, channel & country developments).- Cooperate intensively on a daily bases with international partners in Far East , India and Middle East.- Maintaining and enhancing relationships with supplier contacts in China.- Actively Supporting the sales team with technical product information, features and benefits to ensure a successful new product launch. Show less

Category Manager OEM and Entry Level Audio Video Accessories - Direct responsible for expanding and managing bulk and valueline packed entry level accessories (ca 100 products) - Direct contact with European distributors assisting and executing OEM private label product range plans.- Create product category plan, in order to introduce the utmost ideal products for a specific retail chain or outlet- Creating marktconform product portfolio on customers demand on price and… Show more Category Manager OEM and Entry Level Audio Video Accessories - Direct responsible for expanding and managing bulk and valueline packed entry level accessories (ca 100 products) - Direct contact with European distributors assisting and executing OEM private label product range plans.- Create product category plan, in order to introduce the utmost ideal products for a specific retail chain or outlet- Creating marktconform product portfolio on customers demand on price and packaging. - Visit European distributors, collect local market information. Show less

Assisting Senior productmanagement in creating range and being responsible for a wide range of Video Cables, video accessories , care and clean products, game leads.- Create product leaflet - Provide content for catalog and website - Attending and assisting at internationally held conventions with distributors - Expanding product range with Multimedia / Telecom and wireless products

In cooperation with marketing CEO creating and developing marketing concepts, publicity and sales support tools for warehouse automation concepts. Last year active sales person for AGV projects in Dutch market.

During my marketing and commercial education I worked as a sales person in one of the largest Dutch Audio and Video retail chains. Learning a retail concept on the shop floor really helps you understand consumer behaviour that can be projected in any kind of product field.