Are you ready to join an international company that is focused on creating sustainable products for foodservice and airline industries?
Probably at some point in your life you traveled on the plane & ordered some food or went to your nearby takeout place to buy a salad for lunch. A lot of people don’t realize that packaging world can be exciting, but it is more than that, especially when it comes to food. deSter is unique in its industry because we design and manufacture packaging as well as some additional complimentary products such as amenity kits, airplane trolleys & condiment packs. Our purpose is to create sustainable food and travel experiences and we need you on this journey.
If you want to be a part of a company that strives to create a better future and change how we look at food packaging, you are in the right place.
With a strategic vision and a passion for innovation, the Product Lead QSR & On-The-Go drives the overall product portfolio strategy and ensures alignment with market trends and business objectives. This role leads product innovation initiatives and manages high-impact customer requests and tenders in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
As the key driver of portfolio growth, the Product Lead QSR & On-The-Go combines strong commercial skills, customer engagement, and financial insight to inspire stakeholders through clear communication and persuasive product pitches. The role partners closely with Product Marketing to deliver successful product campaigns, while maintaining market and cost price analyses to guide strategic decisions.
Beyond internal leadership, this position builds external networks to unlock innovation opportunities, fosters knowledge sharing together with the team, and integrates ESG principles into product development and presentations. Acting as a thought leader and influencer, the Product Lead QSR & On-The-Go ensures the growth of the portfolio by guaranteeing our products remain competitive and aligned with customer needs.
Define and lead product portfolio strategy
Develop a strong product portfolio strategy aligned with market trends and business objectives, ensuring internal alignment and buy-in.
Lead new product development initiatives and create compelling business cases in collaboration with Sales and Business Support.
Manage customer requests and major tenders
Filter and prioritize customer requirements, define the problem to be solved, and determine the best solutions to offer with support of the Product Manager
Present ideas confidently to leadership teams, manage expectations, and pitch product solutions that win over customers and stakeholders.
Collaborate closely with the Product Marketing team to create and deliver impactful product campaigns that strengthen market positioning and drive customer engagement.
Build strong customer relationships. Collaborate closely with sales teams, while maintaining strong connections with internal operations.
Maintain financial and market insights
Conduct make-or-buy assessments and maintain portfolio-related financial and regulatory insights to inform strategic decisions .
Build a network of external experts and innovation partners, and ensuring product training and knowledge sharing together with the team.
7–10 years in product management, with at least 1-3 years in a senior/lead capacity (owning a portfolio and influencing cross‑functional roadmaps
~ Proven track record leading end‑to‑end product development (from opportunity sizing → business case → development → launch → post‑launch optimization)
~ Commercial exposure: regular customer engagement, co‑creating solutions with key accounts, supporting major tenders/RFQs, and partnering closely with Sales.
~ Financial literacy: pricing logic, make‑or‑buy assessments
Understanding of product lifecycle management
Insight in supply chain or manufacturing (incl. tooling, molding, packaging converting)
Excel (advanced), basic financial modeling; Strategic planning and product solutions thinking
Stakeholder and relationship management
Commercial, marketing and financial skills
Project & process management
Creative and analytical problem-solving
Background in QSR, foodservice, food packaging, or consumer goods—ideally with sustainable materials (recyclable/compostable/reusable)
Our product portfolio for the QSR and On-The-Go market is a core focus for deSter. It includes co-developed sustainable food packaging and reusable tableware for leading Quick Service Restaurants, as well as innovative packaging solutions for food on the go. The 2 Product Managers QSR & On-the-go report into the Product Lead QSR & On-the-go
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Besides competitive salary and benefits, we also offer hybrid way of working (office/remote) and a team of colleagues that have a passion & enthusiasm for what they do.