Functional Manager

Plukon Food Group • Voltijd • Wezep, Nederland • 1w

Ready to make an impact in the agritech industry? Join us as a Functional Manager and take ownership of key business applications such as PoultrySoft, Plukonnect, SmartWE, and a new ERP system in development. Whether you’re a recent graduate or bring several years of experience, this role is perfect if you enjoy optimizing applications and acting as the link between business and IT. Based at our Wezep office with an hybrid work model, this is your chance to grow in a dynamic and innovative environment. Interested? Apply now and help shape the future of agritech!

What you’ll be doing?

As a Functional Manager at Plukon Food Group, you play a key role in maintaining and continuously improving our agricultural software applications. You ensure smooth daily operations so users can fully rely on the systems. Your responsibilities include user management, second‑line support, issue analysis, coordination with software vendors, developing documentation and creating test scripts. You will work closely with our Agriculture department, which ensures the sustainable supply of live poultry across the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, France and Poland. Travel is encouraged but not required.

In this role, you will:

Lead the professionalization of functional application management within Plukon Agri, including user access, permissions, and daily operational continuity.
Serve as the primary second‑line contact for issues, performing initial analyses, providing short‑term solutions or workarounds, and coordinating with key‑users and first‑line support.
Collaborate with third‑line support and external software vendors to resolve complex technical issues and maintain system stability.
Work closely with product owners to identify, test and implement system changes, creating clear test scripts to safeguard smooth releases.
Produce and maintain user-friendly documentation, guidelines and support materials to ensure optimal system adoption and usability.

About the organization?

Plukon has been a forward‑thinking food producer since 1894. Our product range spans from meal components to complete ready-made dishes, including fresh salads. Poultry forms the foundation of our assortment, but we are increasingly incorporating vegetables and alternative proteins to meet the needs of meat lovers, flexitarians and vegetarians alike. Our products can be found in supermarket refrigerated sections as well as in quick service restaurants. At Plukon, people are at the heart of everything we do, our colleagues truly make the difference.

In this role, you will be part of the Plukon Agri business unit. This department oversees the vital supply of live poultry that is ultimately processed into premium poultry products. Plukon Agri manages the full supply chain, from genetics and breeding to hatcheries, feed producers, transport partners and finally our own processing facilities. The team is responsible for planning, executing and administering all related transactions, while ensuring compliance with both European and national quality regulations. Our work prioritizes animal welfare, food safety and the development of sustainable, future‑proof processes.

Who are we looking for?

Job requirements:

0–5 years of experience in functional application management (starters welcome, some experience preferred), supported by a completed HBO or university degree, ideally in information management or business administration. Background in agri/food is an advantage.
Strong proficiency in English plus at least one additional language: Dutch, German, French, or Polish;
Service‑oriented, empathetic and solution‑focused, able to support users effectively and keep them at ease—even when system issues interrupt daily operations.
Analytical and precise, capable of understanding processes and application workflows, asking the right questions, and resolving problems even with limited information.
Strong ability to bridge IT and business, communicating clearly with developers, key-users and stakeholders to align needs and drive improvements.

What do we offer?

As a Functional Manager at Plukon Food Group, you will step into a strong and independent role within an innovative and hands‑on organization. You can expect a market‑competitive salary that aligns with your education and experience, complemented by an attractive set of secondary employment benefits. We also offer genuine opportunities for growth. Plukon invests in your development and works with you to build a career in which you can continue to advance and evolve.

Are you enthusiastic?

Then apply directly via the green button or the application form below. If you have any questions regarding this vacancy, you can contact Demi van Holt on 06-15873325 or d.vanholt@plukon.nl. You will receive an answer as soon as possible.

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated