Supply Chain Coordinator (Netherlands)

We are looking for a Supply Chain Coordinator to join our Supply Chain & Logistics team based in Hoofddorp, Netherlands.

About this role

Job purpose

The Supply Chain Coordinator is responsible for managing the supply replenishment process, issuing purchasing orders, optimizing inventory levels, and ensuring a smooth supply chain operation. This role involves coordinating with Principals (suppliers), Principal Management Team, Demand Planning Team, Logistics, and Sales Support Team to ensure cost efficiency and service levels of Supplier to Barentz, which will result in Service Levels to Barentz Customers.

Critical results

Monitoring and achieving Purchase Order process efficiency and accuracy, inventory level targets, service to customers, service from Principals (Suppliers) to Barentz, purchase proposal accuracy, support purchase contract management process.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels and make recommendations to optimize stock levels to meet customer demand.

• Collaborate with the sales and supply chain team to ensure that inventory levels are aligned with demand forecasts.

• Creating net demand volumes from sales forecast, considering current stock levels, and open sale & purchase orders

• Issuing Purchase Orders efficiently and tracking order status to ensure on-time delivery, either manually or via the MRP calculations.

• Receive, process, and maintain accurate and up-to-date purchase orders in the Barentz systems.

• Continuously assess and improve the purchase order process to increase efficiency and accuracy.

• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues related to Logistics, Quality, or Delivery.

• When required, support the Principal (Supplier Team) & Logistic Teams to negotiate and implement Logistic Terms with Principals to ensure a cost-effective operation.

• Identify potential supply risks and develop contingency plans.

• Implement inventory control measures to reduce waste and improve efficiency.

About you

Education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.

• 3 or more years of experience in a relevant field or related experience.

• Strong knowledge of logistics coordination, inventory management, and supply chain planning.

Skills/profile

• Applies practical knowledge of the job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience.

• Works independently with general supervision.

• Problems faced are difficult.

• May influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies, and practices.

• Excellent data analysis skills, with experience using Excel and other data analysis tools

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Fluent in Dutch and English.

Why Barentz?

Barentz is a fast-growing organization with an open culture and short lines of communication. We offer you the freedom and opportunity to operate independently, within the set objectives and frameworks. Barentz is looking for employees who are creative, independent, and energetic, and who like to take on challenges. You like to work in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment, which requires a high degree of flexibility.

• Competitive package including 27 days annual leave + bonus structure.

• An inspiring multinational company in a fast-growing and innovative business.

• Commuting allowance, up to 75 Kilometers one way.

• Flexible and hybrid working environment.

• Fringe benefits like private health care, private pension scheme, company Fitness scheme, etc.

anastasia.otabil@barentz.com