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Project Manager Service -- Meat
full-timeLichtenvoorde

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Lichtenvoorde

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About this role

Do you know how it feels to be truly invaluable? Our Project Managers do!

To further strengthen our Service Department, we are currently recruiting for the position of Project Manager Service (Meat).

Are you a natural organizer with a passion for technique, technology and customer relations? As a Project Manager Service at Marel, you’ll take full ownership of service projects, from the initial kick-off to successful completion. You’ll oversee the technical solution, progress, budgets, and quality, acting as the key link between our customers and internal teams to ensure everything runs smoothly. With your sharp eye for risks, costs, and improvement opportunities, you’ll deliver strong project results.

Projects are executed in the domain of Primary and Secondary Processing within the Meat processing area. As part of the job, travelling is required occasionally to a max. of 20 to 25%.

What you’ll be doing:

  • As Project Manager, you are budget responsible for the Project Management of service projects. You monitor milestones in the project plan.
  • Together with the project team, consisting of Project Engineers, Control Engineers, Field Service Engineers and other, you fulfill the contractual obligations upto the satisfaction of customers.
  • Project Management refers to the process of project planning, organizing, directing, communicating and controlling project work to achieve project objectives as defined in agreed contract between Marel and customers and Marel internal goals.
  • Execution of project as primary contact from Kick-off meeting to project closure
  • The role involves close contact with Marel customers where the Project Manager is acting as the primary contact point and internal contact point regarding the project execution. You keep stakeholders updated on progress, status and deviations from plan.
  • You analyze and act on risk and monitor project cost (including installation & commissioning costs).
  • Manages and coordinates the change request process on items and services outside contract scope.
  • Project evaluation with aim of continues improvement with respective sales team and manager Field Service Engineers.


Who are we?

JBT Marel (John Bean Technologies Corporation + Marel), unites two pioneering companies with complementary strengths, enabling us to offer exceptional value to our customers. Together, we are a leading global provider of equipment, integrated technology, and services to the food and beverage industry. Driven by a singular purpose - to Transform the Future of Food - we empower businesses to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.Our team comprises more than 12.000 employees worldwide across 6 continents, with more than 25.000 customers across more than 140 countries.

What kind of person are you?

To be successful in this role, you will recognize yourself in the profile below:

  • Bachelor degree in a relevant area, such as Mechanical Engineering, Business Engineering or similar.
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in a service environment
  • Willing to travel globally to manage our service projects
  • Analytical, pro-active and financially strong
  • Your colleagues see you as a natural leader, who is able to manage several stakeholders well (on different levels in our and the clients' organization)
  • Your excellent leadership skills help you to get the best out of the project team
  • You work best in a setting in which you have a lot of freedom, thanks to your sense of responsibility

What’s in it for you?

You’ll step into a role that’s as rewarding as it is dynamic. As a Project Manager Service, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact -- on projects, on customers, and on the future of food. Here’s what you can look forward to:

  • Global impact – Work with customers and colleagues from all over the world, managing service projects that help shape the future of the food industry.
  • Autonomy and trust – Enjoy the freedom to take ownership of your projects, backed by a team that values your expertise and initiative.
  • Continuous development – Grow your technical, leadership, and business skills through learning opportunities, global exposure, and collaboration with industry experts.
  • A culture that cares – Join a diverse, supportive team where respect, collaboration, and shared success drive everything we do.

Interested?

For more information about the position, you can contact Niels Spit, TA Business Partner, via [email protected]


To apply for this position, please use the "Apply" button on this page.

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Tech stack
Project Management,Customer Relations,Technical Solutions,Budget Management,Risk Analysis,Stakeholder Management,Leadership,Analytical Skills,Proactive Approach,Communication,Team Coordination,Continuous Improvement,Field Service Management,Contract Management,Change Management,Problem Solving

About JBT Marel

JBT Marel is a leading global provider of integrated technology, equipment, software, and services to the food and beverage industry. Driven by a singular purpose—to transform the future of food—we empower businesses to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.

Whether you operate in animal protein, plant-based products, fresh produce, ready meals, beverages, or beyond, we’re here to work with you. We combine transformative technology, applied knowledge, and holistic thinking to solve your most pressing challenges and support your most ambitious goals.

JBT Marel unites JBT and Marel, two pioneering companies with complementary strengths. With our combined portfolios, we’re exceptionally well-equipped to provide you with precisely the solutions you need. And with a global team of talented professionals and a presence in over 30 countries, we offer a world of expertise and service excellence.

Guided by sustainability and working in close partnership, we’re here to help you make a meaningful difference. Together, let’s transform the future of food.

*The JBT Marel trademark is current undergoing registration and in some jurisdictions may already be registered. We reserve all rights in connection with enforcement and protection of our trademark.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Machinery Manufacturing

What you'll do

  • As a Project Manager Service, you will oversee service projects from kick-off to completion, ensuring technical solutions, budgets, and quality are met. You will act as the primary contact for customers and internal teams, managing project progress and stakeholder communication.

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What does a Project Manager Service -- Meat do at JBT Marel?

As a Project Manager Service -- Meat at JBT Marel, you will: as a Project Manager Service, you will oversee service projects from kick-off to completion, ensuring technical solutions, budgets, and quality are met. You will act as the primary contact for customers and internal teams, managing project progress and stakeholder communication..

Why join JBT Marel as a Project Manager Service -- Meat?

JBT Marel is a leading Machinery Manufacturing company.

Is the Project Manager Service -- Meat position at JBT Marel remote?

The Project Manager Service -- Meat position at JBT Marel is based in Lichtenvoorde, Gelderland, Netherlands. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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