Supply Chain Project Specialist

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Ever since our founder, Genichi Kawakami, established Yamaha Motor, it is our mission to give to ALL our customers KANDO. Not only with our products, but also to our employees. KANDO is a Japanese word to express the feeling of deep satisfaction and excitement you get when you encounter something of exceptional value, quality, and performance.

You have the opportunity to be part of the Yamaha family.

For Yamaha Motor Europe N.V. (YME), located at Schiphol-Rijk in the Netherlands, we are looking for a Supply Chain Project Specialist in our PTW (Powered Two Wheelers) Division.

About the role:
The Supply Chain Project Specialist will be the forefront of optimizing our supply chain operations. Proactively drives initiatives to ensure our purchase, sales, and inventory budgets, while simultaneously minimizing risks and refining our supply chain processes. The pivotal role involves owning end-to-end optimization projects/initiatives, implementing data-driven solutions, and building key operational capabilities to enable positive change across the organization.

Collaborate closely with the Department Manager PSI Planning and PSI Planning Coordinator, key stakeholders across YME, YMC (Yamaha Motor Corporation) and our distributors to identify, implement best practices for maximum efficiency and operational excellence.

Your responsibilities:

• Supply Chain Project Management - Define, lead, and manage SCM improvement projects to achieve PTW purchase, sales, and inventory budgets at minimum cost, ensuring customer focus
• Manage budget & MTP - Collaborate on pan-European purchase/inventory budget and Mid-Term Plan (MTP) creation. Negotiate with factories to optimize supply and meet division goals.
• Inventory & Sales budget achievement - Proactively manage production orders and inventory deviations across Europe to ensure healthy stock levels, optimize factory capacity, and align with market demands.
• Improve monthly ordering - Advise PSI Planning Coordinators on analyzing supply bottlenecks, handling exceptions, and streamlining processes, providing timely reports.
• Reporting - Report on project status, supply & inventory situations, and developments to management, justifying actions and suggestions.
• Maintain Product & Market knowledge - Stay updated on PTW product lines, markets, and distributor organizations to inform analysis and propose effective actions.
• Build relationships & share best practices – Foster strong relationships with distributors and internal teams. Proactively initiate discussions to improve procedures, systems, and results.

What do you bring?

• 5-7 years of relevant business experience.
• Bachelor's degree (Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Economics, or similar).
• Exceptional analytical & reporting skills.
• Deep knowledge of SCM, business, sales, and operations processes in logistics/manufacturing.
• Fluent English essential; other European languages advantageous.
• Self-motivated problem-solver with a big-picture mindset.
• Skilled in stakeholder management, relationship building, and clear communication.
• Proven project management abilities.

About You!
A motivated and inspirational colleague, happy to support the business and truly devoted to customer success. You are a humble team player, who is willing to learn and is not afraid to face challenges. Quality and professionalism lie close to your heart.

About Yamaha Motor Europe
Yamaha Motor Europe is responsible for coordinating the marketing and sales activities of our products in the European market, mainly: Yamaha motorcycles, scooters, eBikes, marine engines, personal watercraft vehicles, boats, 4-wheeled all terrain and side-by-side vehicles (ATVs/SSVs), lightweight vehicles (golf cars, personal and commercial vehicles) and eBike drive units and systems.

What’s in it for you?

• A diverse and international environment;
• We offer a hybrid way of working, of course, this includes working from home allowance and a budget for setting up your home office;
• Commuting allowance, holiday allowance, and 28 days off to enjoy as you please;
• 13th-month payment and you will participate in our Bonus Program;
• Pension scheme;
• Learning and development opportunities;
• Discount on Yamaha products;
• Your first contract will be a temporary contract, but with the intention to extend or offer an indefinite contract;
• We support you in getting your motor or boat license;
• Free fruit is available in our office;
• You can relish breakfast/lunch at our restaurant, "The Three Forks" at a reasonable price within the office premises;
• Get to know your colleagues during our company/team events and monthly afternoon drinks.

Sounds interesting?
We are looking forward to receiving your CV and motivation letter.

Note, an assessment will be part of our procedure.

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