Supply Demand Manager

SIRE LIFE SCIENCES; Amersfoort; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SIRE LIFE SCIENCES is seeking a Demand & Supply Manager to act as the key link between Sales, Demand Management and Supply Chain, ensuring accurate demand planning and optimal product availability through a robust S&OP process.

You will translate commercial forecasts into executable supply plans, drive end-to-end planning decisions, optimize inventory and collaborate across functions to balance customer service, operational performance and business objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience in demand planning, supply chain, or dairy/ingredients industry.
• Strong forecasting, inventory management, and S&OP knowledge.
• University degree in Supply Chain, Business or a related field.
• Experience bridging production and sales in a cross-functional role.
• Ability to manage operations with a strategic overview.
• Excellent English and Dutch communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate demand consolidation from a supply chain perspective within the S&OP process.
• Develop scenarios for goods movement to support end-to-end optimization.
• Integrate commercial priorities into the S&OP plan.
• Collaborate with the Innovation team to implement phased product introductions.
• Manage obsolete and restricted stock and minimize financial impact.
• Liaise with the Global Demand Manager to prioritize allocation.

Skills

Demand planning

Supply chain

Forecasting

Inventory management

Cross-functional collaboration

English & Dutch communication

Education

University degree in Supply Chain or related field

Job description

The Company
Our client is a leading dairy cooperative with a global presence and a rich 150+ year history. They focus on producing high-quality nutritional ingredients and dairy solutions, and are strongly committed to innovation, sustainability and operational excellence within a highly automated and hygienic production environment.

Role Description

As the Demand & Supply Manager, you will act as the key link between Sales, Demand Management, and Supply Chain, ensuring accurate demand planning and optimal product availability through an effective S&OP process. You will translate commercial forecasts into executable supply plans, drive end-to-end planning decisions, optimize inventory, and collaborate across functions to balance customer service, operational performance, and business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate demand consolidation from a supply chain perspective, ensuring a smooth S&OP process aligned with market demands.
• Develop comprehensive views and scenarios for goods movement to support end-to-end supply chain optimization and S&OP decision-making.
• Integrate commercial priorities into the S&OP plan, ensuring alignment with market realities.
• Collaborate with the Innovation team to implement phased product introductions and discontinuations within the S&OP framework.
• Manage obsolete and restricted stock inventory, working with Sales to analyze and minimize financial impact.
• Liaise with the Global Demand Manager to prioritize product allocation based on demand patterns.

Requirements

• Relevant experience in demand planning, supply chain, or ingredients/dairy industry preferred.
• Strong understanding of sales forecasting, inventory management, and supply chain processes.
• University degree, preferably in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• Experience in a cross-functional or bridging role between production and sales is highly desirable.
• Ability to handle operational tasks while maintaining a strategic overview.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Dutch.