Supply Chain Manager

Are you a self-directed Supply Chain Manager who likes to operate independently and wants to work in a start-up environment to build the business? Then this is the job for you_

**What are you going to do?**
The Supply Chain Manager NutEx has full End-to-End (E2E) Supply Chain responsibility for the NutEx/Phytotechnology scope of products including Customer Services, Planning (S&OE / IBP), Warehousing and Logistics. As such, this role is pivotal in the establishment of the Supply Chain function and On Time in Full SC ramp-up with the Nutreco businesses.
This is the top logistic and supply chain position for the NutEx/Phytotechnology organization but is governed by policies and frameworks established by the larger corporation. The SC manager is informed/involved in the later stages of plant/production development and is leading for the entire SC as soon as SC activities start to become repetitive nature, with ramp up as well as further SC optimization.

In the initial stages of the NutEx/Phytotechnology organizational evolution the Supply Chain Manager NutEx will not have direct reports, this might change as to how the business and volumes evolve over time. It is therefore anticipated that the Supply Chain Manager is both very operational (e.g. placing PO’s and process CO’s) as well as tactical and strategical in managing the growers and processers while being the first point of contact for Supply Chain matters for Opco’s served by NutEx/Phyto.

**Your responsibilities**
- Co-creates, develops and delivers the Supply Chain strategy for the NutEx/Phytotechnology.
- Defines, implements and continuously optimizes Route to Market (Supply) strategy in close collaboration with the Plant production and Supply Manager.
- Leads the Demand Planning cycles, collaborates actively internally (Sales, Marketing and Formulation) and with customers driving high forecast accuracy and low bias.
- Leads the supply planning activities for supplying growers and factories in scope, both Nutreco as well as 3rd party (external) supply (subcontracts/processors).
- Manages the internal Nutreco order to cash process. Enhancing customer operations, order intake, customer service, returns and complaint handling.
- Manages warehouses (Nutreco and 3rd party) in her/his remit, ensuring safe and healthy environment, enabling On Time in Full delivery to customers.
- Closely collaborates with Transportation companies, establishes strong relationships to develop profitable business opportunities.
- Execute on a weekly basis the operational Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE) process, balancing Opco’s orders against supply and available inventory. Ensuring optimal delivery while exceeding customer expectations from a service perspective.
- Lead the monthly IBP cycle for NutEx/Phyto resulting into One Plan, where the NutEx Operational Execution Director is the owner, balancing demand & supply for a mínimal 15 months’ horizon. Make sure all involved in the process have a cross functional understanding and knows their role and responsibility (RACI)
- Collaborates hand-in-hand with the Plant Supply and Production Manager to ensure a smooth transition from initial production of “one plant” to the ramp-up and (mass)production of the plants.

**What we offer**
As Nutreco our mission is ‘Feeding the Future’. In a world with limited natural resources, our ambition is to meet the rising food needs of a growing world population in a sustainable manner. We offer you the opportunity to grow professionally, within Nutreco and the broader SHV group. Nutreco belongs to the SHV Family with more than 60.000 employees. Working for Nutreco means an impactful role in an international, dynamic environment with complex and diverse topics with plenty of development opportunities, also within the HR department.

**What else is in it for you?**
- We will offer you a fulltime position, 40 hours per week,
- Competitive remuneration package with a good pension scheme,
- You will get 25 vacation days, with the possibility to sell or purchase a limited number of days,
- Opportunity for business travel around the globe,
- On-site presence is mandatory for close collaboration with the team,
- Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning platform and we highly promote/create opportunities for personal and professional development.
- Belonging to the SHV Family with more than 60.000 employees.
- An informal global working environment with great colleagues

**What we ask**
Building and maintaining relationships is key in our interconnected world, making cross-cultural awareness indispensable. The ability to navigate cultural nuances respectfully and foster collaboration across diverse teams is vital for success in this role. Moreover, analytical skills are essential for strategic decision-making and objective setting, ensuring the efficient management of our supply chain operations.
Finally, adaptability in communication is crucial for effectively engaging with stakeh