Supply planner a.i.

Michael Page; Noord-Holland; Vor Ort; EUR 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Michael Page is recruiting a Supply Planner a.i. for a leading FMCG client in North Holland. You will develop financial plans for revenue, margin, inventory and purchasing, translating strategy into forecasts and targets.

You will monitor performance, run scenarios, and deliver actionable insights to stakeholders. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in food/FMCG planning, advanced Excel and BI experience, and strong communication with cross-functional teams.

Qualifikationen

• Requires a degree in Business, Economics, SCM, Finance or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Merchandise/ Demand Planning or similar planning roles in food/FMCG.
• Fluent in Dutch (spoken and written).
• ZZP registered and based in the Netherlands.
• On-site position located in North Holland; 32/40h per week; 4 months contract.

Aufgaben

• Develop and maintain financial plans covering revenue, margin, inventory and purchasing budgets.
• Translate commercial strategies and market developments into forecasts and actionable targets.
• Monitor sales, margin and inventory performance against plan and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform scenario analyses to evaluate pricing, assortment and promotions.
• Create and maintain forecasting models to support commercial decision-making.
• Establish financial frameworks and targets for inventory planning and stock management.
• Evaluate opportunities and risks based on financial and operational data.
• Collaborate with commercial, supply chain and finance stakeholders.
• Support purchasing and intake planning for assigned product groups.
• Deliver performance reporting and insights to stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning, reporting and processes.
• Ensure data quality and planning accuracy across relevant systems and tools.

Kenntnisse

Forecasting

Excel skills

BI tools

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Dutch language

Ausbildung

Bachelor's/Master's in Business/Finance/SCM

Tools

BI software

Planning tools

ERP systems

Jobbeschreibung

About Our Client

An international consumer-focused organisation operating in a dynamic retail commercial environment in North Holland. The business manages a broad product portfolio and relies on data-driven planning to support sustainable growth and operational excellence.

Job Description

As a Supply Planner a.i. you will

• Develop and maintain financial plans covering revenue, margin, inventory and purchasing budgets.
• Translate commercial strategies and market developments into forecasts and actionable targets.
• Monitor sales, margin and inventory performance against plan and recommend corrective actions where needed.
• Perform scenario analyses to evaluate the impact of pricing, assortment and promotional decisions.
• Create and maintain forecasting models to support commercial decision-making.
• Establish financial frameworks and targets for inventory planning and stock management.
• Evaluate business opportunities and risks based on financial and operational data.
• Collaborate closely with commercial, supply chain and finance stakeholders.
• Support purchasing and intake planning activities for assigned product groups.
• Deliver performance reporting and communicate insights to relevant stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to planning, reporting and business processes.
• Ensure data quality and planning accuracy across relevant systems and tools.

The Successful Applicant

Requirements for the Supply Planner a.i. role:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Finance or a related field.
• Proven experience in Merchandise Planning, Demand Planning, Category Analysis or a similar planning function.
• At least 5 years of experience in planning within the food/FMCG industry (experience with supermarket chains is an advantage). Given the requirements of this assignment, we are currently focusing exclusively on candidates with a proven background in the food industry. As a result, candidates from other sectors will not be prioritized in the current selection process.
• Strong understanding of forecasting, budgeting, inventory management and financial planning.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with BI and planning tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders across commercial and operational functions.
• Ability to translate complex data into practical business recommendations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in Dutch
• ZZP registered and based in the Netherlands

What's on Offer

• Start date: ASAP
• 32/40h per week
• Full time on site
• 4 months contract