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Supply Chain Manager - Production company

Willebroek Permanent Work from home View Job Description
As Supply Chain Manager, you will play a pivotal role in transforming and optimising the end‑to‑end planning landscape, with a particular focus on strengthening the S&OP process and driving cross‑functional change initiatives. You will work closely with demand planning, procurement, production, logistics, and sales to ensure a robust supply chain capable of supporting business growth and operational excellence.

Updated on 27/03/2026

  • Challenging opportunity as Supply Chain Manager
  • Manufacturing environment in FMCG industry

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a well-established medium-sized company in the FMCG industry. The organisation is recognised for its commitment to quality and operational excellence, offering a stimulating environment for their employees.

Job Description

As a Supply Chain Manager, you oversee following domains:

S&OP Leadership & Change Management

  • Lead and mature the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) cycle, ensuring structured preparation, scenario building, and aligned decision‑making.
  • Drive cross‑functional alignment by facilitating collaboration between sales, operations, finance, and logistics.
  • Act as a change agent, introducing best practices, improving planning discipline, and supporting teams through transitions.
  • Develop clear S&OP KPIs, dashboards, and process routines that strengthen transparency and predictability.
  • Guide the organisation toward a more integrated, data‑driven planning culture.



Production & Inventory Planning

  • Support the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) cycle by preparing data, building scenarios, and coordinating inputs across teams.
  • Develop and maintain production, replenishment, and inventory plans.
  • Monitor stock levels, forecast accuracy, safety stock policies, and inventory health.
  • Collaborate with procurement, sales, and operations to ensure alignment of demand and supply.
  • Take ownership of day‑to‑day production planning activities and ensure continuity during peak or backup periods.



Logistics Coordination

  • Follow up internal logistics and warehouse processes to ensure timely product availability.
  • Monitor service levels, production lead times, and distribution performance.
  • Partner with customer service to improve order fulfilment and distribution flows.



Performance Management & Continuous Improvement

  • Track and analyse key KPIs such as service level, capacity utilisation, stock turnover, and logistics metrics.
  • Prepare reports and dashboards to support decision‑making.
  • Contribute to improvement projects focused on planning processes, standardisation, and operational efficiency.



Master Data Support

  • Ensure accuracy and consistency of supply chain‑related master data (items, BOMs, routings, locations).
  • Work with IT and business stakeholders to improve data quality and governance.
  • Understand how master data impacts planning and operational performance.



As Supply Chain Manager you will report to the COO and you will work together with 4 direct reports.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor or Master degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business administration, or a related field
  • 5-10 years of experience in supply, demand, or production planning, in an FMCG manufacturing environment or experience as Business Analyst Supply Chain
  • Understanding of end‑to‑end planning processes (forecasting, production planning, inventory management)
  • Experience with S&OP is a plus - willingness to learn and grow into it is even more important
  • Strong analytical mindset, affinity with data, and advanced Excel skills
  • Experience with SAP or another ERP/MRP system is an advantage
  • Proactive communicator who enjoys collaborating across departments
  • Fluent in English

What's on Offer

  • A strategic and hands-on role with strong impact on Supply Chain Transformation and S&OP evolution
  • A permanent contract with competitive salary
  • Attractive benefits including company car, net allowance, meal vouchers, group insurance, health insurance, and annual bonus
  • A supportive environment focused on development and continuous improvement
  • Easily accessible via the A12
Contact
Wim Beke
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6929210

Job summary

Sector
Procurement & Supply Chain
Sub Sector
Supply Chain Management
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Willebroek
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Wim Beke
Job Reference
JN-012026-6929210
Remote or office
Work from home

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