Account Supply Chain Manager

SIRE LIFE SCIENCES; Beilen; On-site; EUR 65.000 - 85.000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known dairy cooperative in the Netherlands is seeking an experienced Account Supply Chain Manager to deliver customer-focused supply chain solutions. You'll manage logistics, optimize delivery while balancing cost and service quality, and lead improvement initiatives focused on efficiency. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in business or supply chain management and 5+ years in logistics and account management. Fluency in Dutch and English is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in account management and logistics.
• Solid understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes.
• Fluency in Dutch and English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with supply chain counterparts.
• Manage logistics aspects in innovation projects.
• Coordinate the monthly demand planning process.

Skills

Relationship management

Operational problem-solving

Logistics strategy development

Efficiency improvement

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Job description

The Company

Our client is a well-known dairy cooperative with a global presence, serving communities for over 150 years. Dedicated to providing top-quality dairy products and nutritional solutions worldwide.

Job Description

As an Account Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for delivering end-to-end, customer-focused supply chain solutions, optimizing logistics, and managing demand and supply plans. Acts as the supply chain lead on cross-functional teams, supports product transitions, and drives continuous improvements in service, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with supply chain and commercial counterparts at customer companies, as well as internal teams.
• Serve as the first point of contact for operational, technical, strategic, and non-standard supply chain issues.
• Understand customer-specific goals and translate these into logistics strategies that optimize delivery while balancing cost and service quality.
• Manage logistics aspects in innovation projects involving new product launches, product modifications, or new customer onboarding.
• Lead improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, sustainability, and service enhancements in collaboration with clients.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on logistics performance at the customer level; review and test logistics agreements regularly for compliance.
• Coordinate the monthly demand planning process, aligning supply availability with the S&OP cycle to meet demand forecasts over an 18-month horizon at optimal service levels and costs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in account management and logistics.
• Solid understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes (Plan, Source, Make, Deliver).
• Experience in food, infant nutrition, or related industries is a plus.
• Familiarity with product lifecycle management, innovation projects, and SAP is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills; fluency in Dutch and English.

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