Freelance Product Owner
Posted 5 days 9 hours ago by recurv
HIGHLIGHTS
- Location: Brussels + remote work after onboarding period
- Contract type: freelance assignment - 5 months with possible extension
- USP of the job: key role in shaping digital products at one of Belgium's major corporates
YOUR ROLE
We are looking for an experienced Freelance Product Owner to join one of Belgium's leading logistics players. In this strategic role, you will turn product vision into a clear roadmap and actionable user stories. You operate at the crossroads of business, technology and customer experience. In so doing, you will develop digital solutions that reach millions and have a direct/visible impact with your work.
You will join a multidisciplinary team of developers, designers, analysts and stakeholders and actively drive value creation and continuous improvement. The organization is currently undergoing a digital transformation and you will join one of the core departments (operations, retail/POS, CRM and customer service).
Your responsibilities:
- Contribute to the roadmap and provide prioritization insights
- Own and manage the product backlog aligned with business goals
- Clearly define backlog items and make them actionable for the team
- Identify and manage dependencies with platforms and other products
- Facilitate and plan sprints and iterations
- Refine features with relevant stakeholders
- Empower the product team to deliver high value without overload
- Collaborate closely with the Product Manager to implement feedback loops and track impact
- Ensure quality across all stages (functional, technical and compliance)
- Act as a bridge between business, IT and customer experience
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
As a Freelance Product Owner, you will enjoy:
- A meaningful assignment with visible impact
- Autonomy and flexibility in your work
- A hybrid work setup with remote options
- A five-month contract with a high likelihood of extension
- Competitive daily rate
YOU
Your skills and experience:
- 5+ years of experience in agile environments as a Product Owner
- Experience in the logistics, supply chain or utilities industry is a big plus
- Strong ability to connect business needs with tech capabilities
- Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences
- Customer-oriented mindset and data-driven decision making
- Fluent in Dutch or French, with strong command of English
- Analytical, structured, and eager to take ownership
QUESTIONS? INTERESTED?