Are you an experienced Demand & Supply Chain Manager and ready to play a key role in our organization?
We are looking for a Demand & Supply Chain Manager who thrives on complex planning challenges, knows how to motivate teams, and is passionate about driving customer satisfaction.
What will you be doing?
As Demand & Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for the entire process surrounding Coating & Converting planning, material planning, order processing, warehousing, and inventory management. You will lead three teams: planning, internal logistics, and warehouse. In addition, you will represent the department on the Management Team and maintain relationships with internal customers and suppliers.
Your key responsibilities
- Managing, coaching, and supporting team leaders within the department;
- Ensuring efficient inventory and material planning;
- Coordinating internal logistics processes and warehouse management;
- Improving safety within the supply chain;
- Identifying bottlenecks, setting priorities, and initiating improvements;
- Maintaining regular contact with the Corporate SC (headquarters in Norway) and Elopak’s Market Unit/Region team;
Responsible for team development, staff planning, and budget management.
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What makes this role unique?
- Broad scope of responsibility: from operational management to strategic improvement;
- Direct impact on customer satisfaction and efficiency;
- Leading three core teams within a dynamic supply chain environment;
A challenging mix of short- and long-term priorities in a complex planning setting.
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What do you bring to the table?
- A bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or a related field;
- Proven experience in a managerial role within supply chain/logistics;
- Experience with complex planning systems is a plus;
- Proficiency with MS Office and SAP;
Excellent command of both Dutch and English.
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We are looking for a natural leader with
- Strong communication skills: you know how to inspire and persuade people;
- Initiative and decisiveness: you take the initiative and prefer short decision-making processes;
- Organizational talent and a sense of responsibility: you maintain an overview and ensure deadlines are met;
Strategic thinking: you work methodically, with an eye for the long term and safety.
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What We Offer
We offer an informal and open work environment where collaboration and initiative are valued. For us, it’s not just about the work, but also a positive atmosphere and a healthy work-life balance. In addition, you can count on:
- A gross monthly salary between €5,599 and €7,912 (scale L), depending on your education and experience, with the possibility of advancing to scale M;
- An 8% annual vacation allowance paid out in April;
- A very pleasant work atmosphere and professional colleagues;
- An annual performance bonus, depending on the achievement of team and company goals;
- A fixed gross bonus €45.25 per month;
- A full-time 36-hour workweek;
- Pension accrual;
- 25 vacation days, with the option to buy or sell 5 additional days (based on a 36-hour workweek);
- Opportunities to take courses and training related to your role;
- Additional benefits such as discounts on gym memberships, a healthy cafeteria, a wellness plan, a bicycle plan, on-site physical therapy, flexible working hours, and group health insurance;
Access to our active employee association, which regularly organizes fun outings and parties.
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About Elopak
Elopak is an international company that supplies packaging for dairy products and fruit juices, among other things. We also supply complete packaging systems, such as filling machines, packaging materials, and distribution systems. In Terneuzen, we have over 500 employees spread across two locations: the Converting Plant on Mr. F.J. Haarmanweg and the Coating Plant on Osloweg.
Does this sound like your next step?
Then apply now and take the lead on our supply chain processes in Terneuzen. Together, we’ll build an efficient and forward-thinking organization.
Apply via our recruitment portal on the website.
