Material Planner

Material Planner (Day Shift)

Location: Lummen (with flexible remote options)

About the Opportunity

Are you a proactive, analytically strong supply chain professional who excels at taking ownership of complex processes? Do you have a passion for material planning and driving strategic improvements?

For our client—one of the world's leading FMCG companies dedicated to providing high-quality, nutrient-rich nutrition to millions of consumers globally—we are seeking a Material Planner (Day Shift). Based at their state-of-the-art production site in Lummen, where efficiency, quality, and sustainability are at the core of daily operations, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing end-to-end supply chain performance. If you are looking for a high-impact role where you can challenge existing processes and implement sustainable changes, this is the perfect next step for your career

Job Content & Summary

As a Material Planner, you will be responsible for the end-to-end management of material flows to guarantee optimal production continuity. You won't just be executing daily operations;

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you will act as a senior expert and a trusted sparring partner for both internal stakeholders and strategic suppliers. Reporting directly to the Team Leader Material Planning, you will balance operational excellence with long-term strategic projects, helping to harmonize and digitalize planning processes across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Operational & Tactical Excellence

• Ensure the timely availability and delivery of raw materials and packaging in correct quantities.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels closely to minimize obsolete stock and take corrective actions when necessary.
• Set up, maintain, and continuously audit MRP parameters.
• Prepare forecast files and align volume expectations and bonuses directly with suppliers.
• Accurately update Bills of Materials (BOMs) during design or recipe changes.

Strategic & Senior Responsibilities

• Define and implement long-term material strategies, including safety stock levels, dual sourcing, and inventory segmentation.
• Take full ownership of critical supply chain KPIs, such as OTIF (On-Time In-Full), service level, and working capital.
• Conduct complex scenario analyses ("what-if" simulations) to mitigate supply risks, demand shifts, or capacity constraints.
• Develop, document, and implement material planning best practices.

Supply Chain Optimization & Projects

• Lead cross-functional improvement projects focused on inventory reduction, process harmonization, and service optimization.
• Identify and drive digitalization and automation opportunities within the planning department.
• Play an active role in ERP optimization, including SAP upgrades, tools, and custom dashboards.

Stakeholder Management & Leadership

• Maintain seamless, daily communication with internal departments and external partners.
• Lead, align, and constructively challenge stakeholders across production, procurement, planning, and quality teams.
• Build, nurture, and manage robust relationships with strategic suppliers.
• Share knowledge and mentor team members during the rollout of new process improvements.

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent through demonstrated experience.
• Experience: Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in material planning or supply chain management (Medior/Senior level).
• Technical Skills: Expert knowledge of SAP/ERP systems and advanced MS Excel skills are required.
• Domain Expertise: Strong understanding of the end-to-end supply chain (from supplier to finished product), purchasing workflows, and production structures.
• Soft Skills: Analytical mindset with a data-driven approach to problem-solving. You are dynamic, proactive, and possess the communication skills required to manage stakeholders across all organizational levels.
• Languages: Strong command of Dutch and English;
  basic knowledge of French and/or German is a distinct advantage.
• Methodology: Experience with Lean and/or Six Sigma process optimization is highly valued.

Our Offer

For Professionals:

• Competitive gross salary with 13th month and double holiday pay
• Monthly net allowance
• Meal vouchers & eco vouchers
• Choice between company car with fuel/charging card (SalSa plan) or mileage reimbursement for using your own car
• Hospitalization insurance from day 1 + optional outpatient insurance (incl. xlxgzvr dental care)
• Group insurance (pension savings)
• Cafeteria plan (Flex Income Plan)
• 4 weeks of statutory holiday + 12 ADV days + se