Founded in 1910, Samsonite is the world’s leading luggage brand with an extensive legacy in trendsetting travel solutions. Renowned for breakthrough research, development and its commitment to innovation, Samsonite has since its inception excelled in a number of industry firsts, including the exclusive use of the revolutionary Curv® material in the luggage arena. Samsonite offers an extensive range of travel, business, kids, casual and personal accessory products to help travellers journey further, with ever lighter and stronger products.
Today, the Samsonite group establish its leadership throughout the world, primarily under the Samsonite, Tumi, American Tourister, Gregory & Lipault brand names as well as other owned and licensed brand names.
At Samsonite, we’re continuously looking to innovate our products for the traveler of tomorrow. As part of the Innovation & Development Team, located in Oudenaarde (Belgium), we are looking for an Innovation Expert.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Innovation team in diverse innovation projects by:
- Organizing and following up internal testing of new prototypes.
- Coordinating building of new prototypes.
- Participating in various R&D projects with external parties, such as universities & industrial partners.
- Investigating quality improvement opportunities for existing products.
- Work closely together with marketing & product development & production to implement new concepts/materials/techniques.
- Constantly keep abreast of market trends and innovative techniques.
- You get the opportunity to work on various projects, being involved with new materials, new concepts using state-of-the-art technology and machines for the next generation of suitcases.
Applicants should ideally:
- Have a degree in Product Development / Materials Engineering / Industrial Engineering or similar through experience.
- Have 5+ years of relevant experience in new product development, innovation, R&D.
- Demonstrate a high degree of curiosity in new concepts, materials & production techniques & sustainability.
- Demonstrate the ability to handle multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.
- Have a hands-on mentality.
- Have excellent organisational skills & an eye for details.
- Be a strong team player.
- Experience with CAD is a plus.
- Being fluent in Dutch and English is a must.
Our offer
You will become part of an international group, which is performing strongly and is a global leader in its field.
Samsonite is offering you an attractive remuneration package, in accordance with your experience and profile, and the opportunity to develop your skills in a truly international context that is in constant development.
Interested?
Any applications, including CV and cover letter should be forwarded to the attention of recruitment@samsonite.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company computer
- Eco vouchers
- Food allowance
- Hospitalization insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Retirement plan
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- 13th month salary
- Vacation money
Work Location: In person
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