Junior Customer Operations Specialist

SIRE LIFE SCIENCES; Amersfoort; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SIRE LIFE SCIENCES in the Netherlands is seeking a Junior Customer Operations Specialist to support the Customer Operations team. In this multifaceted role, you will execute the Order-to-Cash process, ensuring high-quality service across various supply chains. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and has experience in Customer Operations, preferably in an FMCG context. You should possess strong administrative skills and be comfortable working with digital systems.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience or 1-2 years with a Master's degree.
• Experience in customer service or operations environment preferred.
• Knowledge of supply chain processes in FMCG is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate order entry and monitoring across digital channels.
• Communicate proactively with customers to manage expectations.
• Contribute to IT-related process optimizations and automation.

Skills

Customer-centric mindset

Supply chain knowledge

Order processing experience

Strong administrative accuracy

Systems affinity

Bilingual (Dutch and English)

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

SAP

Salesforce

Job description

The Company

The client is one of the Netherlands’ biggest dairy products manufacturers who is also active globally.

Role Description

The Junior Customer Operations Specialist supports the Customer Operations team in delivering consistent, high-quality service within a highly automated and complex supply chain environment. Operating in a functional team structure, the role focuses on the daily execution of the end-to‑end Order‑to‑Cash process for customers in OpCo Netherlands within the European organization. This position provides hands‑on exposure to integrated digital systems, automated order flows, and multiple supply chains with varying lead times and service expectations. It offers a strong foundation for growth in customer operations through involvement in both operational execution and continuous improvement initiatives, particularly those linked to system optimisation and automation.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring accurate and timely order entry, validation, and monitoring across digital channels such as EDI, web portals, and robotic processes
• Monitoring order, delivery, and system outputs; identifying discrepancies and supporting resolution in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Proactively communicating with customers and logistic partners to provide updates and manage service expectations.
• Supporting daily execution of the Order-to-Cash process, safeguarding service quality and customer satisfaction.
• Identifying process gaps and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, including IT-related optimisations and automation efforts.
• Supporting system testing, process documentation, and cross‑team routines during system changes or upgrades.
• Building and maintaining a solid understanding of end‑to‑end supply chain processes and integrated system layouts

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with 1–2 years of experience, preferably in Customer Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a comparable field.
• Experience in a customer service or customer operations environment; FMCG experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong customer‑centric mindset, with experience in Customer Care, Sales Support, Logistics, Demand Planning, or similar functions (hospitality experience can also be relevant).
• Solid knowledge of supply chain processes within an FMCG environment.
• Experience with order processing, transport coordination, invoicing, debit/credit handling, and complaint or return management.
• Familiarity with complex system landscapes, including ERP systems and customer integration platforms (SAP and Salesforce are a plus).
• Affinity with systems, automation, and continuous improvement; experience contributing to process- or project‑based improvements is preferred.
• Strong administrative accuracy and ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Dutch and English (written and spoken); French is a strong plus for the Belgian market.
• Willingness to participate in non‑call rotation (once every two months, including evening hours and Saturday shift).
• Available for at least 32 hours per week.