Supply Chain Planner

Description

The Supply Chain Planner is a dual-function role that combines technical production planning with operational logistics management. This position is responsible for ensuring that all production blends are accurately planned to use the most suitable raw materials while overseeing the site’s logistics activities to guarantee efficient product movements, inventory control, and customer deliveries.

The role requires close collaboration with Production, Quality Control, Customer Service, Procurement, Sales, Warehouse, and external logistics partners to ensure production schedules and customer deliveries are executed safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively.

Responsbilities

Master Blender

• Generating production order (PO) after Customer Service team enter the sales order (SO)
• Coordinating with other relevant departments regarding production goals, timelines, and stock levels
• Preparing recipes according to customer specifications and quality guidelines
• Raw material allocation for specific orders and contracts

Logistics support

• Back up for Planning and coordinating daily transport, deliveries (inbound), and production logistics activities.
• Monitor shipments, inventory movements, and transport documentation using SAP and other logistics systems.
• Monitor inventory levels and supervise stock movements to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, transport legislation, and customer delivery requirements.

Knowledge & Skills

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, preferably in Food Technology, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related discipline.
• Experience in food manufacturing, beverage production, logistics, or supply chain operations.
• Experience in production planning and inventory management.
• Knowledge of fruit juices, concentrates, or food ingredients is considered an advantage.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP and logistics tracking platforms.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, transportation planning, and inventory control.
• High level of English; dutch is an advantage
• High level of Excel
• AI tools knowledge – advantage