Supply Chain Planner

We now have an interesting position for a Supply Chain Planner – Wire & Cable within the LDPE (Low Density Polyethylene) and W&C planning team which is part of the Packaging & Specialty Plastics business (P&SP) in Terneuzen, the Netherlands.

The Planner of this W&C desk is responsible for replenishing finished goods and raw material from other regions or external suppliers to keep operations going and our customers supplied timely with material.

About the role:

• Generates a time-phased supply schedule to fulfil business requirements in the short-term, while considering plant wide constraints, and meeting inventory and customer service targets.
• Determines and/or executes the most effective regional or global sourcing rules.
• Where applicable, implements external manufacturing agreements or executes agreements already in place.
• Owns and operates site or regional planning models (provides functional expertise for model operation; assures most efficient use of information technology).
• Routinely checks and tracks inventory quantity, slow-moving or other inventory statuses and ensures that inventory volumes meet the plan.
• Identifies, prioritizes and addresses supply issues (e.g. short-term capacity constraints, product shortage, emergency customer order received, uncovered production requirement, etc.)
• Leads collaboration with customer service, manufacturing, logistics, third-party service providers and business partners to meet business obligations in case of unplanned events.
• Ensures proper maintenance of ERP parameters (material masters, work centers, routings) to ensure effective planning.
• Follows best practices, procedures and governance over master data.
• Supports global supply chain initiatives by interfacing with other supply chain personnel in the business and shared services.

Job requirements:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or other Sciences
• You have some experience in the Supply Chain Planning field, either via work experience or internships.
• You have great communication skills in English.

To apply:

• Sign in or create your account.
• Submit your CV in English.
• If we have successfully received your application, you’ll receive a confirmation email from us.
• If there is a match based on your profile, our recruiter will contact you for a phone/virtual interview.
• Soon after the phone interview you’ll hear if you’ll be selected for an interview with the hiring team.

Dow Offers:

• A robust total rewards program, including: competitive base pay, variable pay that rewards individual, team, and Company performance, and comprehensive benefits
• On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment
• Career experiences that can span different Dow businesses and functions with opportunities for personal and professional growth
• The chance to work within a global company and interact with colleagues from around the world
• Opportunities that spark your imagination and ignite your passion to help others

About Dow

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