(Vervuld) Manager Supply Chain Europe / Thai Union
Functie omschrijving (Vervuld) Manager Supply Chain Europe / Thai Union
Do you want to make a real impact on service, availability and collaboration in an international supply chain? At Thai Union, you will help strengthen Demand Planning and Customer Supply Chain from forecast to delivery—and lead a cross country team in a company where sustainability and innovation matter.
You deliver a reliable demand forecast and align production and supply with European market demand. You work closely with regional and global stakeholders and report to the Demand Planning & Customer Supply Chain Director in Utrecht.
Key responsibilities
- Lead a team of five (demand planners/customer service, logistics) across five countries to set the final market forecast and improve forecast accuracy.
- Implement and scale demand planning best practices from other markets/brands.
- Ensure a smooth, cost-efficient order-to-delivery operation (including compliance); steer warehouse, inventory and logistics choices.
- Drive improvements in order management and transport processes.
- Contribute to (global) leadership priorities, performance and resolution of delivery/inventory issues.
- Build a high-performing team: coach, develop, attract/retain talent and manage the budget with HR.
Bedrijfsprofiel
Thai Union is a global leader in canned fish and seafood, with brands such as John West. From Utrecht, Thai Union Trading Europe manages European private label activities, combining ambitious growth with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation.
Functie eisen (Vervuld) Manager Supply Chain Europe / Thai Union
- Relevant experience in supply chain management (preferably FMCG).
- Strong stakeholder management; persuasive communicator and confident presenter.
- Hands-on, flexible and results-driven
- Analytical and process-driven; familiar with planning methods and forecasting models.
- Experience in project management and negotiation (incl. 3PLs).
- International/cultural sensitivity; SAP and EDI/master data knowledge are a plus.
Bedrijfscultuur
- Relevant experience in supply chain management (preferably FMCG).
- Strong stakeholder management; persuasive communicator and confident presenter.
- Hands-on, flexible and results-driven
- Analytical and process-driven; familiar with planning methods and forecasting models.
- Experience in project management and negotiation (incl. 3PLs).
- International/cultural sensitivity; SAP and EDI/master data knowledge are a plus.