Companion Animal Demand and Supply Planning Manager

Companion Animal Demand and Supply Planning Manager

Apply locations Ashbourne, Derbyshire time type Full time posted on Posted 5 Days Ago job requisition id VAC22698 The Demand & Supply Planning Manager is responsible for the Supply & Demand Planning process at Operating Company/BU level.

The Demand & Supply Planning Manager oversees managing and coordinating the OpCo’s/BU Supply & Demand Planning function, focusing on sustainably deploying the Nutreco Supply & Demand planning standards across the Opco/BU and inciting a continuous improvement mindset that drives a step-by-step improvement of the Supply Planning Process and cycle. The ultimate deliverable is the sustainable improvement of the IBP maturity towards level 3.

The Demand & Supply Planning Manager is the link with Operations, Maintenance, Procurement, Formulation, Supply Chain teams and suppliers as well as (global) supply points.

Job Description:

Join Our Team as Demand & Supply Planning Manager for our Companion Animal business unit at Trouw Nutrition

Are you passionate about demand and supply planning? Trouw Nutrition is looking for a Demand & Supply Planning Manager to drive excellence in the supply chain for our Companion Animal business unit.

About Us:

At Trouw Nutrition, we are dedicated to providing top-quality animal nutrition solutions while fostering a culture of operational excellence and safety across our operations.

What You’ll Do:

Reporting to the Regional Supply Chain Manager for the Atlantic Region, as Demand & Supply Planning Manager for the Companion Animal business unit, you will:

1. Manage Demand and Supply Planning: Work with colleagues across the team and the business to ensure effective supply and use of information and business systems. Be an active part of business meetings and activities to ensure the success of the business unit in delivering excellence in service to the customer.
2. Optimise inventory and working capital: Define and deliver inventory processes and controls to ensure material availability within stock control parameters.
3. Deliver against KPIs: Track, monitor and deliver against the key supply chain measurables.
4. Lead our Integrated Business Planning: Develop and drive the medium and long-term strategies in order to deliver supply chain excellence for the business unit.
5. Drive continuous improvement: Identify opportunities within the business unit supply chain and drive improvements and savings.
6. Lead and develop the team: Manage the team within Nutreco HR policies, and actively coach and develop your team.
7. Ensure Quality and HSE compliance: Ensure that all activities and processes are executed within Nutreco HSE and Quality rules.

Who You Are:

You are a proactive planning manager with experience in relevant manufacturing or FMCG environments. You have strong organisational and communication skills, are self-motivated, and excel in driving continuous improvement. Willing to travel (if required) for training and alignment across the organisation's Companion Animal network.

1. Preferably degree qualified in the field of supply chain, operations, economics, technical engineering or similar, or can demonstrate significant industry experience.
2. Demonstrable experience (ideally 5 years) in a similar position, leading demand and supply planning. Experience in customer service, manufacturing or sales would be an advantage.
3. Excellent knowledge and expertise of planning tools in an ERP environment (preferably Infor M3).
4. Data driven, and an analytical problem solver.
5. Have the ability to lead and develop teams and team members.

Why Trouw Nutrition?

At Trouw Nutrition, you’ll be part of a collaborative, high-performance team that values safety, efficiency, and professional growth. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities to develop your career.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Apply now to join Trouw Nutrition and help drive supply chain excellence in our business!

Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, gender, age, ethnicity, disability, or other protected characteristics.

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Our organisation:

Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees. Our mission is Feeding the Future.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.