Materials Control Specialist

Garmin Nederland; Leiden; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 holiday days per year

Flexible working hours

Training opportunities

Good pension plan

Employee discounts on products

Job summary

A leading consumer electronics company in Leiden is seeking a Material Planner to manage inventory and optimize ERP systems. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and possess strong analytical skills, teamwork, and communication abilities. The role offers a competitive salary, holiday allowance, and opportunities for personal development in a sporty environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze data and develop recommendations.
• Proactive mindset with attention to detail.
• Passion for cycling and sports is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up, monitor, and optimize the ERP system.
• Ensure changes align with inventory and production strategies.
• Collaborate with various departments to meet operational goals.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

English proficiency

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s (HBO) or Vocational (MBO) degree

Tools

ERP systems (Oracle)

MRP systems

Job description

Overview

Looking for a role where you can combine your love for sports with your analytical skills? Do you thrive in a dynamic production & assembly environment where you ensure that our systems are seamlessly configured to meet all the requirements for efficient manufacturing of a leading consumer electronics brand?

Tacx is part of Garmin and is a consumer-minded organization where R&D, Engineering, Production, Assembly, and Distribution of indoor cycling trainers is being realized. From Design to creation and from incoming goods to shipping, all is done under one roof in Oegstgeest.

You will work as a Material Planner at our assembly and production location, managing inventory and system processes and adjustments. From receiving to shipping you are responsible for ERP and database-related set-ups and adjustments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize inventory management and improve efficiency in manufacturing and assembly systems, with a strong focus on process improvement and operational excellence.

You will ensure the smooth integration of engineering changes with inventory and production strategies, translating engineering bills of materials into ERP and acting as a bridge between engineering and operations to confirm that changes align with inventory and production processes.

Responsibilities

• System administration: Set up, monitor, and optimize the ERP system (Oracle) to support inventory processes, such as accurate takt times and article set-ups.
• Engineering Change Orders: Bridge between engineering and the factory, ensuring changes align with inventory and production strategies; review and execute inventory actions; plan stock and ensure timely and accurate implementation through strict planning and daily monitoring.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration: Link operational teams, various departments, and management to ensure inventory processes meet operational and strategic goals.
• Review future implementation dates and purchase selects.
• Material Review Board.
• New Product Introductions.

What we expect from you

• You hold a Bachelor’s (HBO) or Vocational (MBO) degree in business studies, logistics, supply chain or operations management.
• Good teamwork, communication, and written skills in English and preferably Dutch.
• Ability to analyze data, identify problems, and develop recommendations to support operations & planning.
• Basic understanding of ERP and MRP systems within warehouse, manufacturing, receiving, distribution, and service processes.
• Curiosity and a constant desire to learn.
• Proactive mindset with critical thinking, flexibility, attention to detail, and a problem-solving focus.
• Passion for cycling and sports is a plus.

What we offer

We offer the opportunity to contribute to the ambitions and success of a globally growing company. You will share your passion and engage in ambitious, challenging projects with a direct impact on our current focus and future direction.

Besides a competitive salary, 27 holiday days per year, holiday allowance and a performance bonus, we offer flexible working hours, training opportunities, a good pension plan and attention to personal development. You also have the option to participate in the Garmin stock program and receive an attractive reduction on Tacx and Garmin products, all in an inspiring, diverse, multicultural, and sporty work environment.

Application

If you feel excited to be part of this inspiring and sportive environment and your skills and qualities match the job requirements, we look forward to receiving your application with a Curriculum Vitae. For questions, contact Dré Schellekens, Talent Acquisition Consultant, [phone] or [e-mail]

Job details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Supply Chain and Production
• Industries: Consumer Electronics, Sporting Goods Manufacturing, and Retail Appliances, Electrical, and Electronic Equipment

Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands