Configuration Specialist

Configuration Specialist – Barneveld, Netherlands

Are you ready for your next challenge? We are looking for a Configuration Specialist to join FlexiForce EMEA, part of ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems – Sectional Doors & Components (SDC).

At FlexiForce, we provide products and solutions for the residential and industrial overhead door market – from single components and hardware sets to complete automation solutions.

As a Configuration Specialist, you will play a key role in maintaining and developing our product configuration models, supporting our teams to stay ahead in the market.

What you will do

In this role, you will:

• Build, maintain and improve the Tacton configuration model for FlexiForce EMEA.
• Integrate the configuration model with AAES and FlexiForce IT systems.
• Maintain and develop tests to ensure the accuracy of configuration models.
• Monitor approvals, releases, and version control of configuration models, keeping documentation up to date.
• Optimize the configuration structure to reduce workload and improve maintainability.
• Support Product Management and R&D in defining ruling and project scopes.
• Advise R&D management on external actions to ensure system availability.
• Represent R&D in IT-related matters for connectivity and alignment with internal and external systems.
• Provide advice and support to internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactively contribute to improvements within the R&D department.
• Initiate and implement configuration improvements.

What we are looking for

You are:

• Analytical and structured, with a smart approach to problem-solving.
• Experienced in creating and maintaining configuration models.
• Knowledgeable of organizational processes.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, international environment.
• A strong team player, able to influence key stakeholders at multiple levels.
• Skilled at prioritizing workloads and meeting deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical, IT, Business Economics, or equivalent. Relevant work experience may also be considered.
• At least 2 years of experience in a similar role, with experience in automated systems and programming languages (e.g., JavaScript, Visual Basic, C#).
• Strong knowledge of IT systems and operational experience with configurations (e.g., Tacton).
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and VBA.
• Experience with technical (hardware) products, production, and logistics.
• Professional proficiency in English (speaking, reading, writing) to collaborate with international

Why join us?

At ASSA ABLOY, we believe in creating a safer and more open world – together. You will join a collaborative, international team, where your ideas and contributions directly impact our products and services.

We encourage internal applicants as part of our talent management strategy.

Ready to take the next step? Apply online via our website today – applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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