Join SPX FLOW as Manufacturing Planning & Inventory Control Supervisor
Location: Assen, the Netherlands
Annual Salary: €64,600 - €89,800 (depending on experience)
About the Role:
We are currently looking to engage a SIOP & Inventory Control Supervisor to support and enhance supply chain performance at our Johnson Pumps manufacturing facility in Assen.
This role sits at the heart of operations—connecting planning, inventory, production, and commercial teams—ensuring that materials, forecasts, and production plans are aligned to deliver outstanding service levels and operational efficiency.
As a SIOP & Inventory Control Supervisor you are:
- A key driver of inventory accuracy, availability, and optimization
- Responsible for aligning supply and demand through effective SIOP processes
- The owner of ISOTIF and delivery performance across the site
- A cross-functional partner working closely with procurement, production, sales, and logistics
- A data-driven decision-maker, translating insights into actionable improvements
What will I be doing?
On a day-to-day basis your main responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Inventory Control & Optimization
- Maintaining accurate inventory levels across raw materials and components
- Leading cycle counts, audits, and root cause analysis for discrepancies
- Driving inventory optimization strategies to reduce stockouts, excess, and obsolescence
- Managing master data (lead times, MOQ, ABC classification, order policies)
- Developing and continuously adjusting safety stock levels based on demand variability and service targets
- Collaborating cross-functionally to ensure effective material flow across the business
Production Planning & ISOTIF Performance
- Owning ISOTIF KPI performance across the Assen facility
- Monitoring On-Time Delivery and driving gap analysis and improvement plans
- Coordinating with supply chain and operations to eliminate bottlenecks
- Supporting production scheduling, ensuring alignment between capacity and demand
- Providing clear dashboards and insights to leadership teams
- Working closely with commercial teams to manage lead times and customer expectations
SIOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning)
- Leading the end-to-end SIOP process across Johnson Pumps locations
- Building consensus forecasts using both data and commercial input
- Running scenario planning, capacity analysis, and risk assessments
- Facilitating Pre-SIOP and Executive SIOP meetings with clear recommendations
- Monitoring forecast accuracy and driving continuous improvement
- Translating SIOP outputs into actionable production, procurement, and inventory strategies
What You Bring
To succeed in this role, you are structured, analytical, and comfortable working across multiple stakeholders in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
You will also need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or similar
- 3–5 years of experience in inventory management, production planning, or SIOP
- Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (SAP preferred) and Power BI
- Experience with demand forecasting, safety stock optimization, and supply planning
- Advanced Excel and strong analytical capabilities
- APICS certification (CPIM / CSCP) – nice to have
- Experience in industrial manufacturing or engineered-to-order environments
- Understanding of SIOP processes and key KPIs
- Familiarity with Lean / Continuous Improvement methodologies
- Fluency in English and Dutch
Key Competencies
- Strong analytical thinking and data-driven decision making
- Effective communication across global, cross-functional teams
- High attention to detail and planning discipline
- Ability to influence without direct authority
- Ownership mindset with a strong focus on execution and results
What We Offer
As well as a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Performance & recognition programs
- Excellent onboarding and training
- Annual bonus
- Flexible working arrangements
- Global development and career progression opportunities
- Attractive local benefits
Next Steps
Does this opportunity align with your career goals? If you’re ready to contribute to innovative solutions with a global impact, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to join a team that is shaping the future of process systems.
About SPX FLOW
At SPX FLOW, Inc., we specialize in creating innovative flow components and systems. With over 100 years of experience, we offer 20 brands of pumps, valves, mixers, air dryers, hydraulic tools, homogenizers, separators, heat exchangers, filtration solutions, and more. Our products help produce many of your favorite household goods and snacks!
Headquartered in North Carolina, we operate in over 25 countries with 5,000 employees worldwide. We are committed to sustainability, holding over 550 patents globally, with 44% focused on clean technology. Join us and be part of a company that values innovation and sustainability.
