Planner vacatures in Veghel

As a Planner, you will be the key link between production capacity and customer demand across various sites in Europe. Your responsibility is to optimize the use of both internal and external film resources, ensuring that planning is efficient, cost-effective, and responsive to market changes. This position plays a vital part in coordinating supply chain activities—ranging from forecasting and scheduling to inventory management and supplier collaboration. You'll be working cross-functionally with departments such as Sales, Operations, and Production, while staying alert to changes in demand and capacity. Key responsibilities:

• Create and adjust production plans in line with customer forecasts and available capacity.
• Coordinate internal and external resources to meet demand efficiently.
• Track execution vs. Plan and make timely adjustments when deviations occur.
• Improve forecast accuracy in collaboration with Sales and Corporate Operations.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure optimal stock positions (avoiding overstock or product expiry).
• Plan film extrusion based on forecast data, intake, and plant capacity.
• Manage intercompany and third-party work orders; place orders with suppliers when required.
• Contribute to long-term planning, supply chain improvements, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Stay informed on industry trends and suggest actionable improvements to the planning process.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree or similar level of knowledge gained through experience.
• Several years of experience in a production or supply chain planner role within a manufacturing environment.
• Confident using ERP systems, Excel, and Outlook.
• Highly analytical and detail-oriented.
• Calm under pressure, organized in your workflow, and clear in your communication.
• Able to engage with different stakeholders and make decisions based on data and logic.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); other languages are a plus.
• Open to occasional travel within Europe.
• Currently living near Deurne (our client is not open to candidates that still need to relocate!)

Please note that we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role.BenefitsOur client provides a dynamic and engaging work environment where no two days are the same. As part of an open and internationally diverse team, you'll enjoy a collaborative culture that supports both professional growth and personal well-being. The employment package includes (but is not limited to):

• A competitive salary package aligned with your skills and experience
• Flexibility to work hybrid after onboarding
• A performance-based bonus system
• 27 Holidays plus the option of purchasing additional ones.
• 8 % Holiday allowance
• Travel allowance
• An enthusiastic team environment where ideas are valued and knowledge is shared

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