Supply & Demand Planner – Dordrecht

Door Nora el Arnouki

Introductie

This position has now been filled. Please check our job listings for our current openings.

Become a vital character in Trust International’s dynamic team story. You’ll contribute to the evolution of  their Planning team. Reporting directly to the Demand & Supply Planning Manager, you’ll play a crucial role in shaping the future, actively participating in process improvements and automation initiatives. What sets their team apart is the commitment to a data-driven approach, moving away from Excel to embrace Python and Power BI and transforming the business where S&OP is the heart of the organisation.

Join them in this transformative journey, where your role goes beyond routine planning to become an integral part of a collaborative, innovative narrative.

  • Laan van Barcelona 600, 3317 DD Dordrecht
  • Full-time
  • Hybrid working – 2 days from home and 3 days at the office

Organisatie

The organization

Trust is the go-to brand for digital lifestyle accessories, known worldwide for making everyday digital life easier and more sustainable. With a reach stretching across the globe, they pride ourselves on their teamwork, mutual support through all challenges, and a shared passion and pride for their work.

Along with providing consumers with products they know, love, and Trust; they are also dedicated to protecting the environment by producing more sustainable products through the Clevergreen program. Their journey towards a brighter, cleaner future is well underway, and they would love for you to be a part of it!

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The Role

As a Demand and Supply Planner at Trust International, you will play a crucial role in driving the efficiency and effectiveness of thei demand and supply planning processes. Your responsibilities will span both demand and supply planning functions, contributing to the success and growth of the organization.

In this role, you operate at the crossroads of commercial ambition and operational reality. You are responsible for balancing demand, supply and inventory while actively contributing to the modernization of the planning function. This is not a “keep‑the‑lights‑on” planning role. You are encouraged to question existing ways of working, build smarter solutions and help move the organization forward.

Demand planning:

  • Maintain a 12-month rolling forecast to enhance accuracy and planning precision.
  • Analyze trends to improve Forecast Accuracy (FA%) and make data-driven adjustments.
  • Collaborate with R&D and Category Management on New Product Introduction (NPI) forecast data and ensure alignment with overall demand plans.
  • Challenge sales teams to validate demand plan inputs and ensure accuracy.
  • Collaborate with country heads to align on total market demand plans.
  • Identify risks and opportunities, providing insights during monthly Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings.
     

Supply Planning

  • Generate a weekly supply plan based on forecast inputs, ensuring alignment with demand plans.
  • Identify supply constraints and collaborate with the business to mitigate supply risks effectively.
  • Ensure optimal product availability across all three warehouses while optimizing supply chain costs.
  • Manage safety stock levels, considering each product’s life cycle and demand variability.
  • Cooperate with the global Procurement team ensuring optimal order quantities and supply conditions, considering complex production prerequisites.
     

Projects:

  • Contribute to the ongoing data-driven journey by actively participating in the automation of manual tasks and reporting processes.
  • Enhance Power BI dashboards to provide better visibility on risks, enabling data-driven decision-making.
  • Drive improvements in New Product Introduction (NPI) forecasting processes.
  • Improvement on their planning software with focus on data cleaning and algorithm for seasonal demand.


You are given room to experiment, build and learn. If you see a better way, you are encouraged to take ownership and make it happen.

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Requirement

  • Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field;
  • A curious mindset: eager to learn, explore, and take initiative;
  • A strong personality: able to deal with commercial pressure and switch gears quickly;
  • Clear communication skills and a collaborative attitude even when interests differ;
  • Ownership mentality: you take responsibility and actively drive improvements;
  • Affinity with data, automation, and tools such as Python or Power BI;
  • Speaking and writing Dutch on a professional level.

Experience matters, but cultural fit is decisive. If you enjoy building, improving and shaping the future of supply chain planning, you will find plenty of room to make real impact here.

Aanbod

What They Offer

  • A versatile and creative function;
  • An international team of young, enthusiastic colleagues;
  • Salary in accordance with job grade and great secondary labor conditions such as a bonus and a pension;
  • Monthly get-together with drinks and snacks in their very own bar;
  • Hybrid working: 2 days from home and 3 days at the office.

Inlichtingen

This position has now been filled. Please check our job listings for our current openings.

Sollicitatie

Application 


Everyone is welcome to apply. If you don’t meet all the criteria, don’t hesitate to get in touch! A diverse team fosters creativity and inspiration. At Set and Trust we welcome everyone with equal enthusiasm – regardless of race, skin color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability, or age.