Junior supply chain manager

Beschrijving

As Supply Chain Manager Manager, you are responsible for the end-to-end procurement and supply chain process within Just Russel. You work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to guarantee operational continuity, optimise costs, and safeguard quality.

You play a key role in building a robust and scalable supply chain, from strategic procurement to operational (fulfillment)logistics.

Supply Chain Management

• End-to-end management of the supply chain: planning, sourcing, production coordination, logistics, and distribution
• Optimise inventory management and stock levels to maximise service levels and minimise costs
• Set up and monitor supply chain KPIs (lead time, fill rate, on-time delivery, etc.)
• Proactively identify and address risks in the supply chain
• Collaborate with production, sales, and finance to align demand forecasts and planning

• Conduct supplier assessments and continuously monitor performance
• Ensure quality and compliance requirements are met by suppliers
• Initiate improvement programmes for underperforming suppliers

• Develop and implement a procurement strategy aligned with business objectives
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers; build long-term partnerships
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, delivery terms, and SLAs
• Conduct market studies and benchmarks to realise competitive procurement advantages
• Manage the procurement budget and report on savings and KPIs

• Drive continuous improvement projects for our supply chain and fulfillment center (cost reduction, automation, lean, ...)
• Contribute to the digitalisation of supply chain processes and ERP optimisation
• Implement tools and dashboards for real-time supply chain visibility

• Act as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders (sales, operations, finance)
• Report to the Operations Lead

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in supply chain and/or procurement, preferably in an e-commerce environment - consultancy experience is also acceptable
• Proven track record in contract negotiations and supplier management
• Analytical thinking

• Knowledge of process improvement methodologies
• Familiarity with fulfilment processes: order processing, picking & packing, last-mile delivery, and returns
• Knowledge of OMS/WMS systems and integrations with e-commerce platforms
• Experience with fulfilment partners (3PL) or in-house warehouse operations is a plus

• Strategic and analytical mindset, you see the big picture and the details
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Result-driven and proactive; you take ownership of your responsibilities
• Team player with a coaching leadership style
• Strong project management skills; able to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously

• Fluent in Dutch (spoken and written)
• Fluent in English (professional level)

• A challenging and strategically responsible role within a growing company
• Competitive salary package with benefits (company car, meal vouchers, hospitalisation insurance, group insurance)
• Flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home (hybrid model)
• Room for own initiative and autonomy in your role
• Training budget and opportunities for growth within the organisation
• A pleasant working environment with a collegial company culture

Extra informatie

Status

Open

Opleidingsniveaus

Anders

Plaats

Deinze

Dienstverbanden

Fulltime (ervaren)

Gepubliceerd op

10-07-2026

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