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Performance & Efficiency Manager

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Performance & Efficiency Manager

• Dinteloord
• Research, Development & Innovation
• €5.200
• €6.900

Performance & Efficiency Manager

Wat ga je doen?

Do you want to drive RD&I Performance and boost efficiency across a leading research and developmen organization?

At the Cosun Innovation Center in Dinteloord, we are looking for a Performance and Efficiency Manager who will maximize the productivity of the RD&I organization by improving processes, resource allocation, and project delivery. In this pivotal role, you will ensure on-time, in-full delivery of research and new product development projects, driving measurable impact and return on RD&I investment.

About Cosun

Royal Cosun is an international, leading agricultural cooperative and is owned by approximately 8,100 sugar beet growers. Our purpose is clear: we aim to contribute to an enjoyable, nutritional and circular world by unlocking the full potential of plants and people for current and next generations. This purpose is rooted in 125 years of Cosun history in successfully valorizing arable crops, such as sugar beets, chicory and potatoes, and co-products into a diverse portfolio of value-added products.

What will you do?

• Develop and monitor KPIs for RD&I performance and efficiency
• Plan and allocate central RD&I resources for research and NPD projects
• Manage the innovation funnel and act as gatekeeper for research and NPD projects
• Identify and assess opportunities to improve RD&I effectiveness and efficiency
• Prioritize and manage process improvement projects, including benefit tracking
• Establish dashboards for innovation performance and efficiency (forecasts and actuals)
• Collaborate with RD&I leadership to align priorities and resource planning

Wat neem je mee?

Your profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in innovation, business management, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in innovation or business improvement environments
• Strong drive for continuous improvement and challenging the status quo
• Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills
• Data-driven approach with outstanding organizational and planning abilities
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Experience in project, portfolio and resource management
• Proven track record in innovation performance improvement

Wat krijg je ervoor terug?

What do we offer?

• A exciting full-time position at the Cosun Innovation Center in Dinteloord
• Work in an innovative and multidisciplinary team
• Room for initiative and professional development
• Excellent employment conditions, including a competitive salary (€5,200 - €6,900 per month), pension, and flexible working hours.

Where will you work?

You will report to the Innovation Excellence Manager and work at the heart of RD&I operations. At the Cosun Innovation Center, you will collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver ambitious business targets and shape the future of plant-based solutions. Our team culture emphasizes trust, collaboration, and shared ambition, ensuring that everyone feels valued and included.

Interested? Please submit your application by December 16. A case study or assessment may be included as part of the selection process.

Procedure

1. Je leren kennen

   Indien je goed aansluit op de vacature neemt de HR Specialist Recruitment contact met je op. Dit om alvast een eerste beeld te krijgen en mogelijke vragen van weerszijde beantwoord te krijgen.

2. Het eerste gesprek

   In het eerste gesprek kom je in contact met jouw mogelijk toekomstige manager en uiteraard is er iemand van HR aanwezig om je als persoon wat beter te leren kennen.

3. Case

   Mogelijk is een case onderdeel van de procedure. Hierin wordt er gekeken hoe je met bepaalde praktijksituaties om zou gaan. Vaak kan de case vanuit huis worden gemaakt en soms maak je de case voor aanvang van het 2e gesprek op locatie.

4. Het tweede gesprek

   Wat goed je bent nog in de procedure! Tijdens dit gesprek gaan we nog wat dieper op de zaken in. Daarnaast willen ook deze personen je nog wat beter leren kennen, zodat we zeker weten dat we een mooie match hebben.

Waarom werken bij Cosun ?

• Innovatieve en lerende omgeving
• Verbinding en samenwerking
• Voedsel- en duurzaamheidsimpact
• Ontwikkeling en verantwoordelijkheid
• Cultuur en vertrouwen
• Coöperatiegroei en verbetering
• Dynamisch & veelzijdig speelveld
• Werkplezier en veiligheid
• Werkplezier en teamprestaties

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€6.700

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• Support
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