Junior Researcher / Product Manager Substrates, De Lier
Kekkilä-BVB is the European leader in horticulture. provide products and services for professional greenhouse growers, retail, consumers and landscapers in over 100 countries worldwide. We have strong product brands within the professional and consumer growing markets, trading under the names of BVB Substrates, Kekkilä Professional, Brill Substrates, BVB Landscaping, Kekkilä, Hasselfors Garden, Terra Brill, Jardino and Florentus. Together with our customers, we bring performance to life. Kekkilä-BVB is part of Neova Group.
The Role
Are you eager to turn scientific insight into market-ready innovations? We are looking for a Junior Researcher / Junior Product Manager to strengthen our Innovation and Global Product Management teams. This dynamic, hybrid role uniquely blends applied research with hands-on product and data management, giving you the chance to grow into a well-rounded professional at the intersection of science, business, and innovation.
You will report directly to the Chief Innovation Officer and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, including Innovation, Product Management, Sales, Operations, Quality, Sustainability, and external research partners. Working in this international setting, you will help translate ideas and data into impactful products that make a real difference in the market.
Your Responsibilities
Junior Researcher (±60%)
Plan and execute applied research projects related to plant growing media
Develop and test recipes that meet quality, performance, and sustainability standards
Conduct and monitor trials, record conditions, identify deviations, and take corrective actions
Coordinate and document external trials with growers, customers, and research partners
Assess raw materials based on standards, regulations, and risk management principles
Validate analytical methods and report research results clearly and accurately
Support quality assurance activities across product management, operations, and procurement
Junior Product Manager (±40%)
Manage product portfolio data for BA Global and BA Nordics (Central factories)
Create and maintain product information in internal systems
Prepare and update product data sheets for sales and customers
Ensure accurate, consistent, and compliant product and brand information
Collaborate closely with Sales, Marketing, Operations, Procurement, Quality, Legal, and Customer Service
Maintain packaging content and layout in line with brand guidelines