Senior Supply Chain Analyst

Quaker Houghton; Uithoorn; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in industrial process is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Analyst in Uithoorn. This role involves strategic design and optimization of supply chain networks in the EMEA region. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of experience in supply chain roles, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in English. This position offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary with annual bonuses, and continuous learning opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary + annual bonus

Health insurance allowance

Great pension scheme

Holiday buy/sell program

Volunteering leave

Continuous learning opportunities

Career development within Supply Chain

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in Supply Chain, ideally in a manufacturing or multi-site environment.
• Strong background in S&OP, planning, or supply chain analytics.
• English professional proficiency is a must; Dutch is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and run the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
• Translate demand into actionable supply plans.
• Review and optimize supply chain process design.
• Drive strategic planning improvements.
• Lead and improve reporting capabilities for Supply Chain EMEA.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders for supply chain efficiency.
• Lead Supply Chain projects related to planning and optimization.
• Coordinate Master Data activities for EMEA.
• Support in case of supply chain disruptions.

Skills

Strong analytical and organizational skills

Advanced Excel skills

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Understanding of financial and operational trade-offs

Language proficiency in English

Flexibility in a regional/global matrix environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Reporting and planning tools

Job description

About Us

At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production, and application of chemical specialties, process fluids, lubricants, and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part of the growth of the world’s largest industrial companies, and to this day, our experience and expertise show in the actions and dedication of our Associates worldwide.

Today, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its associates and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs.

About the job

As a Senior Supply Chain Analyst, you will play a key role in the strategic design, optimization, and improvement of our supply chain network across the EMEA region. This role is ideal for an experienced and analytical professional who enjoys working cross-functionally to drive process excellence, strengthen planning capabilities, and enhance overall supply chain performance.

What will you do?

• Coordinate and run the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process for the EMEA region, ensuring effective alignment between commercial demand and operational capabilities.
• Translate demand into actionable supply plans on behalf of Supply Chain, balancing customer service, cost, and inventory targets.
• Review and optimize supply chain process design based on strategic objectives, identifying gaps and proposing improvement opportunities.
• Drive strategic planning improvements, supporting regional and global initiatives that enhance visibility, agility, and decision-making.
• Lead and improve reporting capabilities for Supply Chain EMEA, developing tools and insights to support performance tracking and optimization.
• Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to drive supply chain efficiency and excellence across the network.
• Lead and support Supply Chain projects related to portfolio, planning, scheduling, inventory, and network optimization.
• Work together with Supply Planning, Scheduling, and Procurement teams to create and publish monthly master plans for production, purchasing, and inventory.
• Coordinate Master Data activities for EMEA, overseeing two part-time team members to ensure data quality and process consistency.
• Support in case of supply chain disruptions and align actions with key stakeholders to ensure continuity and service reliability.

What are we looking for?

• Experience: Minimum 7 years of experience in Supply Chain, ideally in a manufacturing or multi-site environment, with a strong background in S&OP, planning, or supply chain analytics.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; an advanced degree preferred.
• Skills:
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, able to work confidently with large and complex data sets.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with reporting and planning tools preferred.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across functions and regions.
• Understanding of financial and operational trade-offs in supply chain decisions.
• Flexibility to work in a regional/global matrix environment and occasional international travel.
• Languages: English professional proficiency (spoken and written) is a must, Dutch is a plus.

What’s in it for you?

• Hybrid working model
• Competitive salary + annual bonus
• Health insurance allowance
• Great pension scheme
• Holiday buy/sell program
• Volunteering leave for the cause of your choice
• Continuous learning opportunities via QH University
• Career development within Supply Chain and other related areas

Who are we?

We are a global leader in industrial process and mechanical engineering present in 40+ countries. We continually innovate so the world’s industrial manufacturers can stay ahead in a changing world. Across 100+ locations, our engineers, chemists, and supply chain professionals partner with our customers to help them operate more efficiently, safely, and sustainably.

Our values: Live Safe, Exceed Customer Expectations, Drive Results, Embrace Diversity, and Do Great Things Together.

These values guide our decisions and actions every day and are the foundation of our success.

Apply now and make an impact where your insights drive real change!