Are you ready to play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly? If you thrive on problem-solving, and making a real impact, this could be an exciting opportunity for you to make your mark! The purpose of this role is managing stock accuracy and inventory control, liaising with the Procurement and QHSE teams, and ensuring smooth communication across departments regarding stock needs, delivery dates, and quality. Responsibilities include conducting stock counts, maintaining SAP records, monitoring stock discrepancies, and supporting external audits.

Key Responsibilities

Stock Management & SAP Accuracy

• Enter perpetual stock check results accurately into SAP.
• Conduct physical stock checks and SAP-based stock investigations.
• Perform routine stock adjustments and create inventory records for stock checks.
• Lead root cause analysis into recurring stock discrepancies.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventative actions to improve stock accuracy.
• Monitor stock variance trends and support improvements in stock turnover.

Stock Auditing & Perpetual Inventory (PI) Counts

• Participate in and coordinate perpetual inventory (PI) counts.
• Work closely with internal and external auditors to support audit requirements.
• Investigate, document and resolve stock discrepancies.
• Maintain up-to-date reports relating to stock ownership and responsibility.
• Ensure stock counts are completed accurately and within agreed timescales.
• Monitor and report on the progress of plant stock checks.

Cross-Functional Communication

• Communicate stock updates and issues to relevant departments in a timely manner.
• Liaise with QHSE regarding returned items and quality-related concerns.
• Support Production Planning by providing accurate stock information and forecasts.
• Work with Finance on stock valuations, reconciliations and discrepancies.
• Proactively communicate issues that may impact deliveries or production schedules.
• Collaborate across departments to resolve stock-related issues and ensure stock availability for production.

Operational Team Support

• Allocate daily tasks and provide support to Team Leaders.
• Provide cover for other roles within Operations and Logistics as required.
• Train and mentor warehouse and operations staff on SAP transactions and stock accuracy best practices.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance departmental stock KPIs.
• Help maintain operational continuity during staff absences.

Documentation & Quality Control

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date batch classification information.
• Ensure stock-related documentation and records are complete and accurate.
• Accompany external testing companies and provide operational support as required.
• Support audit readiness by ensuring relevant documentation is readily available and up to date.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Reduction in stock discrepancies and variance trends.
• Improved stock turnover ratio.
• Timely completion and accuracy of stock counts.
• Compliance with audit requirements and satisfactory audit outcomes.
• Progression and completion of plant stock checks.
• Proactive communication and faster resolution of cross-department issues.
• On-time stock availability to support production requirements.
• Improved team SAP proficiency and departmental stock performance.
• Accurate documentation and operational continuity during audits.

Experience, Skills & Attributes

• Good standard of secondary education.
• Strong computer literacy, numerical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in inventory control or supply chain management, ideally within a manufacturing or process industry.
• Experience using SAP is preferred.

Application procedure

• Apply

  Letter and CV selection, you will receive a response from us as soon as possible.

• First interview

  You will hear as soon as possible if you are invited for a (digital) introductory interview.

• Assessment

  Both enthusiastic after the interview? Then we will ask you to fill out an online personality questionnaire.

• Second interview

  This is followed by a second introduction to your future colleagues.

• Offer

  We would like to make you an attractive proposal to welcome you as a new colleague at van Leeuwen Buizen.

Why work at Van Leeuwen?

At Van Leeuwen, you are part of a globally operating organization with strong local teams, short lines of communication, and a practical, no-nonsense approach. Within our international network, colleagues collaborate every day to support clients in sectors such as energy, mechanical engineering, transport, construction, and industry. Whether you are active in logistics, sales, operations, engineering, IT, or a staff role: your contribution is of direct value.

Global connectedness, local involvement

We combine the power of an international company with the commitment of a close-knit local team. Collaboration, customer focus, and sustainable relationships form the core of our operations. You will join an open work environment where teamwork, respect, and initiative are central. This gives you the space and trust to truly make an impact.

A diverse environment to grow

Thanks to our international presence, you will work in a dynamic and inclusive environment. Colleagues with diverse backgrounds bring together different perspectives and expertise. We encourage your development and help you reach your full potential, so that you feel valued and can continue to grow.