Global Component Planner: Drive Availability & Innovation

Arla Group; Aarhus; On-site; DKK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Arla in Denmark (Viby) is seeking a Component Planner to manage packaging and ingredient orders, ensuring availability while driving process improvements. You will work with the global component planner team and report to the NL SC planning manager for NL/BE markets.

The role emphasizes collaboration, analytical mindset, and willingness to travel to NL about one week per month; English and Dutch language skills are preferred; you will support launches, delistings, and data quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel between Denmark and the Netherlands on a regular basis (about 1 week per month).
• Ability to work cross-functionally with procurement, product management, and sites.

Responsibilities

• Execute timely orders and manage deliveries of components to ensure availability.
• Review supplier confirmations and handle invoices if deviations occur.
• Monitor daily production progress and resolve escalations with the Site Scheduler.
• Manage replenishment strategy and inventory parameters based on policies.
• Create master data for new components and ensure data quality.
• Collaborate with NL SC planning for market needs (NL/BE) and reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Stakeholder communication

English proficiency

Dutch language

Travel readiness

Problem solving

Education

Relevant academic background

Job description

Arla in Denmark (Viby) is seeking a Component Planner to manage packaging and ingredient orders, ensuring availability while driving process improvements. You will work with the global component planner team and report to the NL SC planning manager for NL/BE markets.

The role emphasizes collaboration, analytical mindset, and willingness to travel to NL about one week per month; English and Dutch language skills are preferred; you will support launches, delistings, and data quality.