Direct Import Planner

Zwaagdijk

You will work at the heart of our logistics operations, ensuring smooth and optimal availability of products at the right distribution centers. If there are any delivery problems, you will tackle them head on with international suppliers, commercial planners, buyers and logistics experts.
As a Direct Import Supply Planner, you will do the following:

• You will plan and monitor the stock of your product group, such as household, toys or garden.
• You create shipping schedules for Direct Import products and match them with the correct hub or DC.
• You discuss the created shipping schedules with a plan horizon of 6 to 18 months with Action's trading agent in the Far East
• You will be responsible for forecasts and parameters in the system and make sure they match the KPIs. If there is a risk that these targets will be missed, you will address this through the right channels.
• Maintaining an overview of your stock levels is a key priority.
• You will monitor inbound deliveries to make sure they are on time and complete.
• You will hold regular meetings with colleagues to improve internal stock levels and product availability.
• You will keep track of the administration for master data or closing contracts and maintain an overview of the situation.

You are an expert in the area of planning. If you see that something could be done more easily or more effectively, you are itching to get started. You can also seamlessly switch between detailed range planning and a helicopter view. Others describe you as organized, flexible and someone who can go the extra mile. Thanks to a structured approach, you know how to deal with rapidly changing priorities and meeting deadlines. Teamwork makes the dream work, as the saying goes, which is why you enjoy working with colleagues. You can achieve your availability and stock targets by maintaining short lines of communication with your stakeholders.
You also have the following:

• A Bachelor's degree, preferably in supply chain
• You have at least one year's work experience in retail Supply Chain Management
• Experience in supply planning with a plan horizon between 6 to 18 months is an asset
• You have an affinity for figures and data
• You have an excellent command of English
• You have a good knowledge of Excel
• Knowledge of SAP or forecasting and replenishment systems is an asset

32 - 38 hours a week