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We are looking for an Area Coordinator to join our Product Engineering team within the Bazaar business unit, based in Matosinhos. We believe we're #betterwithyou.

We count on you to…

• Define and shape the Product Engineering strategy, transforming vision, market trends and business ambitions into innovative solutions that create customer value and differentiate the company's offering.
• Lead the development of non-food products, from concept through to market launch, ensuring the right balance between innovation, quality, compliance, sustainability, profitability and speed to market.
• Act as the link between the business and the technical function, working closely with the Commercial, Product Design, Sourcing, Customer and Quality teams to transform market insights and customer needs into relevant and competitive products.
• Build strong partnerships with strategic suppliers, driving innovation, the development of differentiated solutions and the continuous improvement of the product portfolio's performance.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable legal, regulatory and safety requirements across different product categories, anticipating risks while protecting the brand and maintaining consumer trust.
• Monitor regulatory developments and market trends, assessing opportunities and their impact on the product portfolio while promoting a proactive approach to compliance and innovation.
• Foster close collaboration between technical, commercial, creative and operational teams, ensuring all stakeholders work towards a common objective with an integrated product vision.
• Lead, develop and inspire the team, creating a high-performance environment focused on collaboration, autonomy, technical excellence, continuous improvement and results.
  Define and optimise Product Engineering processes, standards and tools, ensuring consistency, quality of execution, effective risk management and operational scalability.

What you'll bring with you...

• A degree in Engineering, Management, Economics, or a related field.
• Experience in team management and leadership.
• Experience in Product Engineering, product development, and/or product auditing, preferably within Non-Food categories or the consumer goods industry, will be highly valued.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A dynamic, proactive profile with a strong sense of initiative and results orientation.
• The ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary environments and collaborate across different business functions.

What we have for you…

•    Meal Allowance in Dá Card;
•    Telecommunications Plan with voice, data, and equipment for permanent employees;
•    Flex it Up Program - Extra Off Days, Unpaid Leave, Flexible Work Model (when applicable);
•    Health and Life Insurance (for permanent employees) with the possibility of extending Health Insurance to family members with advantageous conditions;
•    Flexible Benefits Program (when applicable);
•    Onboarding and Initial Training Plan, Continuous Training platform, and Financial Literacy Program;
•    School Awards and Merit Scholarships for employees’ children (regular and inclusive education), as well as Holiday Programs during school breaks;
•    Flu Vaccine including its administration (voluntary participation);
•    We Are Sonae Program, providing psychosocial, financial and legal support to employees;
•    Ergocoaching Sessions;
•    Mental Health Promotion Programs and Nutrition Consultations;
•    Discount and Partnership Program with over 300 leading brands;
•    Free coffee and fruit available at the workplace;
•    Competitive Salary;
•    Collaborative and dynamic work environment.

#BETTERTOGETHER #BETTERWITHYOU

MC Sonae D&I Commitment:
We work to create a work environment based on the richness of profiles and focused on uniqueness, ensuring that everyone feels respected, valued for their skills, and confident in the organization.