Data & Analytics Lead / Product Owner

Data & Analytics Lead / Product Owner

Location: Breda, The Netherlands

Travel: 4–5 times per year

Work Mode: 4 days/week in the office

About NewCold

NewCold is a global leader in advanced food logistics. Our warehouses and transport network sit at the center of the food supply chain. Connecting the world’s major food manufacturers with retailers and food service providers. Our goal is to keep the world’s food fresh and safe with our proprietary technologies and innovative solutions.NewCold designs, builds, and operates state-of-the-art cold storage facilities that are highly automated. We push the boundaries of logistics with end-to-end storage and transport operations that add greater resilience, efficiency, and sustainability to supply chains on four continents. And we are growing rapidly.

To support our rapid growth, we’re constantly looking for talented people to join our team. Want to be a part of a dynamic, forward-thinking environment? Join us!

Why this role matters

Data is at the heart of our business transformation. We’re looking for a data-driven professional who wants to shape the future of our analytics and integration platforms while growing into a Product Owner role. If you have a passion for data, experience in analytics and integration, and the ambition to influence product strategy, this is your opportunity.

What you’ll do

As a key member of our Data Analytics & Insights team, you will:

Drive Data Solutions: Work on our modern data platform (Microsoft Azure, Fabric) and integration platform (BizTalk, Azure) to deliver high-value solutions.

Translate Business Needs into Data Products: Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and turn them into actionable data solutions.

Shape the Product Vision: Support the Product Manager in defining the roadmap and priorities for data and integration products.

Manage Backlog & User Stories: Learn and apply agile practices to maintain a clear, prioritized backlog and write user stories with acceptance criteria.

Ensure Quality & Performance: Monitor solution performance, gather feedback, and drive continuous improvement.

Grow into Product Ownership: Over time, take on more responsibility for product vision, stakeholder alignment, and delivery outcomes.

What we’re looking for

5–7 years of hands-on experience in the data landscape (analytics, integration, data platforms, BI).

Familiarity and hands-on experience with data analytics tools, data science concepts, and cloud platforms (Azure experience is a plus).

Some exposure to agile ways of working or the Product Owner role—or the ambition to grow into it.

Strong communication skills in English (other European languages are a plus).

A proactive mindset and the ability to bridge business and technology.

Willingness to work from our Breda office 4 days/week and travel abroad occasionally.

Nice to have

Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) or similar certification (or willingness to obtain it).

Data Governance experience (Microsoft Purview)

Why join NewCold?

At NewCold, our people are our most valuable asset. We take pride in our team-oriented culture, where innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. What we offer:

• A supportive and collaborative environment.
• The opportunity for professional growth in a fast-scaling, international company.
• The chance to have real impact and innovate alongside other bright minds.
• The challenge of transforming the future of cold storage and food logistics.
• A strong commitment to employee well-being.

How to apply

If you are interested in this vacancy and would like to apply, please make sure that you leave your CV in English. Suitable candidates will be invited for a first interview with the hiring manager. A second interview will follow with a wider group of NewCold team members.

Whether you’re a seasoned expert or just starting your career, NewCold provides the opportunities and challenges that allow you to grow and excel.