Supply Chain Planner / Lead Specialist Supply Planning

dsm-firmenich; Leeuwarden; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

dsm-firmenich is seeking a Supply Chain Planner / Lead Specialist Supply Planning to balance demand, supply, and inventory across the portfolio. Location is Leeuwarden or Delft, with a preference for Leeuwarden and occasional visits to the Leeuwarden factory.

The role involves coordinating with manufacturing, suppliers, and logistics partners to ensure OTIF and optimal stock levels. The ideal candidate brings a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management (or APICS certification) and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management (or equivalent) and/or APICS certification.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills in English; Dutch is a plus.
• Collaborative, proactive, and assertive approach to problem solving and decision-making.
• Ownership mindset with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, including material and capacity planning.
• Proficiency in SAP, MRP/advanced planning systems (preferably OMP), and Excel; food/feed industry experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end supply planning for an assigned product portfolio, including mid/long-term planning, production scheduling, raw material planning, and global warehouse replenishment to ensure OTIF and inventory targets are met.
• Identify, communicate, mitigate, and resolve supply risks, constraints, and disruptions through cross-functional collaboration with Customer Service, Demand Planning, Quality, and Manufacturing.
• Develop and execute supply scenarios and allocation strategies to balance demand and supply while ensuring business continuity.
• Maintain planning master data and proactively manage inventory performance, including slow-moving and obsolete stock, to achieve inventory targets.
• Lead Supply Review meetings and support quarterly and annual financial and volume planning processes.
• Drive KPI performance and continuous improvement initiatives, including root cause analysis, implementation of corrective actions, and reporting activities supporting the planning team.

Skills

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Collaborative

Ownership mindset

Analytical

Organizational skills

Problem solving

English proficiency

Dutch language (plus)

Excel

SAP

MRP/Advanced planning systems (OMP)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management (or equivalent)

APICS certification

Tools

SAP

MRP/Advanced planning systems (OMP)

Excel

Job description

Are you passionate about creating smart supply plans and keeping products flowing to customers? As a Supply Chain Planner / Lead Specialist Supply Planning, you will balance demand, supply, and inventory while collaborating with manufacturing, suppliers, and logistics partners to ensure excellent customer service and operational efficiency. Join us and play a key role in building a resilient and agile supply chain.

Location: Leeuwarden or Delft, The Netherlands

This position is preferably based on the Leeuwarden site. Delft based role can be an option with visit to Leeuwarden factory twice per month (at the beginning more often).

Your key responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end supply planning for an assigned product portfolio, including mid/long-term planning, production scheduling, raw material planning, and global warehouse replenishment to ensure OTIF and inventory targets are met.
• Identify, communicate, mitigate, and resolve supply risks, constraints, and disruptions through cross-functional collaboration with Customer Service, Demand Planning, Quality, and Manufacturing.
• Develop and execute supply scenarios and allocation strategies to balance demand and supply while ensuring business continuity.
• Maintain planning master data and proactively manage inventory performance, including slow-moving and obsolete stock, to achieve inventory targets.
• Lead Supply Review meetings and support quarterly and annual financial and volume planning processes.
• Drive KPI performance and continuous improvement initiatives, including root cause analysis, implementation of corrective actions, and reporting activities supporting the planning team.

We offer

A Purpose-Driven Mission

Be part of an organization where sustainability is more than a goal—it’s embedded in our strategy and daily practices, empowering you to make a real impact on the world around you.

Flexibility with Ownership

Thrive in a flexible work environment that encourages you to take ownership, drive accountability, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

A Legacy of Innovation

Join a company with a rich history of scientific breakthroughs and a future full of opportunities to co-create with our customers.

Room to Grow

Develop your potential in a culture that values curiosity and supports continuous personal and professional growth.

Well-Being at the Core

Work in an environment where safety and well-being—both physical and mental—are prioritized and genuinely cared for.

A Truly Inclusive Culture

Belong to a community where everyone is valued and respected, regardless of background, beliefs, or identity. Diversity is not just welcomed, it’s celebrated.

You bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management (or equivalent) and/or APICS certification.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills in English; Dutch is a plus.
• Collaborative, proactive, and assertive approach to problem solving and decision-making.
• Ownership mindset with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, including material and capacity planning.
• Proficiency in SAP, MRP/advanced planning systems (preferably OMP), and Excel; food/feed industry experience is an advantage.