lj1990
Product Owner | Isms, Info Sec & Privacy | Fintech & Saa S | Ai | Agile
I'm 35 years old and passionate about leveraging my extensive 10 years of experience in product management and development within a dynamic environment where enthusiasm is directed towards reshaping consumer challenges with technical solutions. With a proven track record in developing and launching successful products and a drive to create meaningful impact, my attention goes towards enhancing user experience and operational efficiency. Outside of work, I enjoy exploring new perspectives through travel, continuous learning, and connecting with inspiring professionals. Let’s connect to share insights, ideas, or opportunities for collaboration.
Experience: 11 years
Yearly salary: $120,000
Hourly rate: $105
Nationality: 🇳🇱 Netherlands
Residency: 🇳🇱 Netherlands
Experience
Product Owner POS (Point of sale) Solution
MultiSafepay 2021 - 2022
Drove the development and European market launch of a new POS product tailored to omnichannel retailers. Conducted in-depth market research and user discovery to shape product features and guide roadmap decisions. Delivered go-to-market strategy, including product positioning, rebranding, and cross-border rollout planning. Collaborated with clients, sales, compliance, and tech teams to ensure product-market fit in a regulated payments environment.
Product Owner Payment Processing Software Solutions
MultiSafepay 2021 - 2022
Oversaw development of backend and API-based payment solutions used by B2B and B2C merchants. Managed the full product lifecycle, from ideation and validation to release planning and iteration. Focused on performance optimization, cost efficiency, and integration scalability.
Product Manager Fiat | Abarth | Alfa Romeo | Jeep
Stellantis 2018 - 2021
Managed product lines for several automotive brands across ICE, PHEV, and EV vehicle segments. Developed pricing strategies, product positioning, and lifecycle management for the Dutch market. Orchestrated new vehicle launches and market rollouts, coordinating between HQ, marketing, and dealer networks. Monitored competitor trends and consumer behavior to support strategic adjustments.
Product Manager
Azavista 2016 - 2016
Led product development and go-to-market planning for event management software. Conducted user research, prioritized feature development, and scaled international partnerships. Designed and implemented customer onboarding and engagement strategies. Improved retention and upsell metrics through success planning, NPS monitoring, and feedback loops.
Product Owner
Perfect Visit Principle real estate group Amsterdam 2016 - 2018
Led product development and go-to-market planning for real estate platforms in the short- and long-term rental markets. Conducted user research, prioritized feature development, and scaled international partnerships. Managed the full marketing mix including campaign development, digital advertising, and content strategy. Provided market intelligence to guide strategic decisions and portfolio expansion.
Blockchain Strategy Consultant
Self-Employed 2016 - 2018
Advised startups and social enterprises on blockchain adoption and strategic implementation. Developed go-to-market strategies, product roadmaps, and business model validation for early-stage blockchain initiatives.
Trainer & Facilitator
Herlaar Business Coaching 2015 - 2018
Delivered workshops on systems thinking, design thinking, agile, and collaborative leadership. Supported organizations and teams in creating alignment, shared ownership, and innovation processes.
Student
Knowmads 2015 - 2016
Coordinated 15 interdisciplinary projects involving over 50 participants to enhance collaborative learning.
Social Initiative Business Development Manager
Hack-ATrack 2014 - 2018
Co-founded and grew Hack-a-Track, a social initiative focused on transforming education systems through self-organizing learning communities. Built partnerships with educators, innovators, and institutions to design alternative learning experiences. Facilitated workshops and co-creation sessions on 21st-century skills, entrepreneurship, and collaborative leadership.
Skills
compliance
product-lead
product-manager
scrum
security
web3
english
dutch
french
german