Demand Planner vacatures in de branche FMCG

Do you want to make a real impact on service, availability and collaboration in an international supply chain? At Thai Union, you will help strengthen Demand Planning and Customer Supply Chain from forecast to delivery—and lead a cross country team in a company where sustainability and innovation matter.

Organisation
Thai Union is a global leader in canned fish and seafood, with brands such as John West. From Utrecht, Thai Union Trading Europe manages European private label activities, combining ambitious growth with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation.

You deliver a reliable demand forecast and align production and supply with European market demand. You work closely with regional and global stakeholders and report to the Demand Planning & Customer Supply Chain Director in Utrecht.

Key responsibilities

• Lead a team of five (demand planners/customer service, logistics) across five countries to set the final market forecast and improve forecast accuracy.
• Implement and scale demand planning best practices from other markets/brands.
• Ensure a smooth, cost-efficient order-to-delivery operation (including compliance); steer warehouse, inventory and logistics choices.
• Drive improvements in order management and transport processes.
• Contribute to (global) leadership priorities, performance and resolution of delivery/inventory issues.
• Build a high-performing team: coach, develop, attract/retain talent and manage the budget with HR.

Who are you?

• Relevant experience in supply chain management (preferably FMCG).
• Strong stakeholder management; persuasive communicator and confident presenter.
• Hands-on, flexible and results-driven
• Analytical and process-driven; familiar with planning methods and forecasting models.
• Experience in project management and negotiation (incl. 3PLs).
• International/cultural sensitivity; SAP and EDI/master data knowledge are a plus.

Application & information
Recruitment for this role is handled exclusively by BEACH Recruitment B.V. For questions, contact BEACH via 0031 (0)23-2050288 or Hans Otten via 0031 (0)6-12766261. Apply via beachrecruitment.com