Lead the local supply chain function, aligning with global strategies while tailoring execution to market needs.
Represent supply chain on the Market Unit leadership team, contributing to overall business strategy.
Implement global policies and planning processes, including S&OP, in collaboration with the Global Supply Chain team.
Oversee demand and supply planning to ensure accurate forecasting, optimal inventory, and minimal waste.
Manage warehousing, transport, and third-party logistics to ensure efficient and compliant product flow.
Lead the customer service team to deliver high service levels, manage escalations, and meet fulfilment targets.
Develop and coach a high-performing team across planning, logistics, and customer services.
Monitor supply chain performance metrics and budget adherence, taking corrective action as needed.
Collaborate across functions to ensure plans reflect sourcing, customer, finance, and quality requirements.
Drive continuous improvement, cost-efficiency, and alignment between global KPIs and local execution.

Significant leadership experience within complex supply chain environments.
Proven success leading planning, logistics, customer service, and operational teams.
Experience operating within FMCG, fresh produce, or other perishable goods sectors would be advantageous.
Strong understanding of S&OP, inventory management, logistics, and order fulfilment processes.
Experience working within matrix organisations and influencing stakeholders across multiple functions.
Strong analytical capability with experience using operational data to drive decision-making.
Experience leading change, transformation, or continuous improvement initiatives.
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance customer requirements, operational efficiency, and business objectives.
Fluent Dutch and English language skills.

What can Westfalia Fruit offer you?

Head of Supply Chain

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