Expert Supply Planning Health Nutrition and Care EMEA

Job title: Expert Supply Planning Health Nutrition and Care EMEA

Location: Venlo, the Netherlands

Health Nutrition and Care Europe is active throughout all Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), supplying vitamins and carotenoids to the food, pharmaceutical and personal care industries. Our planning team ensures optimal inventory levels by balancing Availability to Promise (ATP) with service levels defined by the business unit. We aim to prevent stock-outs and delays while avoiding excess inventory and expiration. By providing efficient inventory planning for HNC Europe, we maintain accurate and proactive communication across the Supply Chain and Customer Care. We analyze and address short- and medium-term shortages, collaborating closely with commercial management to level out inventories. Regular updates on short-term shortages support monthly rollouts, and we provide reliable ATP information to Customer Care. Additionally, we support the S&OP process in the EMEA region and lead the STR, ensuring adherence to system settings and master data accuracy.

Your key responsibilities

Manage proactively transfer of inventories to Area Europe based on incoming orders
Manage inventories and safety stocks in line with demand i.e., historical data versus booked orders, seasonality’s, forecast
Communicate proactively and responsively progress on blocked orders to Customer Care and HNC EMEA segment leads
Manage shelf life in line with the FEFO principle, aiming to ensure requested remaining shelf life is available to customers, and as little material as possible expires (or requires re-testing for shelf-life extension)
Release of blocked orders in close collaboration with commercial management
Actively supports S&OP process in EMEA region

We offer

Collaboration with experts in health and nutrition, to drive progress
A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do
A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next
Responsibility and accountability in living company values and driving sustainable solutions
Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change
Based on your experience we will offer you a base salary of € 60,000 to € 85,000 per year (including holiday allowance and 13th month) and extra benefits, such as 25 holiday days, a bonus, the option to buy more holiday days with a 6% my choice budget and much more

You bring 

Background in Supply Chain Management – solid understanding of supply chain principles and processes
Excellent English Communication Skills – fluency in both written and spoken English is essential
Strong Prioritization Skills – ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, especially under pressure
High Attention to Detail – accuracy, consistency, and reliability in all tasks
Adaptability & Open-Mindedness – being comfortable with change and receptive to new ideas and approaches
Business & Process Orientation – proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Our application process

Interested in this position? Please apply online by uploading your resume in English via our career portal. Due to privacy regulations, we can only actively interact with applications via our career portal. If you have any questions, please contact Ruslana Lohina-Kazimierczak, Talent Acquisition Business Partner (ruslana.lohina@dsm-firmenich.com).

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.