To support the next stage of our S&OP journey, we are looking for an enthusiastic Global S&OP Development and Transformation Manager to join our Global S&OP Development Team.

What we ask 
We are looking for someone who combines strong planning expertise with a practical, creative and collaborative mindset. You bring:

• A minimum of 10 years relevant professional experience
• An academic degree, preferably in Supply Chain Management
• In-depth understanding of the customer supply chain within Fast Moving Consumer Goods industry. Comprehensive knowledge of the RFC Supply Chain is an advantage, like experience in commercial processes.
• In-depth knowledge of the business planning processes Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) and Integrated Business Planning (IBP), covering Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Finance topics, as well as Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE) and knowledge and experience in one or more of the following key planning areas: Commercial planning / Demand planning, Supply and Capacity planning, Financial planning, S&OP/financial data management. Especially the commercial site and Demand Planning experience is a pro.
• Experience in implementing process improvements and translating concepts into practical solutions. 
• Expertise in defining business processes, including organizational alignment, change management, defining roles and responsibilities, technology, and reporting.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (English required, Dutch optional), with the ability to train and inspire others.
• Focus on making progress based on joint interests and similarities in different planning processes, rather than highlighting differences and obstacles.
• A proactive and hands-on approach, with a natural drive to make things happen, self-starting, with a high sense of responsibility and accountability.
• Commitment to joining the project for a multi-year period and rolling out S&OP across RFC globally, incl. willingness and ability to travel to global FrieslandCampina locations.

What we offer 
At FrieslandCampina you work on strong, globally loved brands enjoyed by millions every day, like Friso, Campina, Chocomel and Frisian Flag. As a farmer-owned cooperative, we combine an international environment with a clear social and sustainable purpose. We support your growth through training, coaching and internal career opportunities. With trust and autonomy, you can make real impact. 

Employment benefits: 

• Salary between €5,250 and €7,150 gross per month (full-time), depending on experience and fit for the role.
• A work week of 32 to 38 hours, a 5% year-end allowance, 12,5% company  bonus, 8% holiday allowance and a pension scheme.
• Hybrid working with flexible working hours, a train card and/or €0.23 per km (max. 30 km one way).
• 200 hours of annual leave, with the option to buy or sell up to 40 hours.
• A laptop, phone and home office equipment to support flexible working.
• Wellbeing and inclusion initiatives, such as health support, employee assistance programs and diversity initiatives.
• Extras at the head office, such as milk and cheese during lunch, fresh fruit and barista coffee. 

Vacancy description

In this role, you will help shape the future of S&OP across FrieslandCampina. You will combine process design, implementation, change management, and stakeholder engagement to help our Business Groups and OpCos strengthen their planning capabilities and improve decision-making. A key focus of this role will be the design and implementation of the S&OP process from a process perspective. So a combination of creative and practical insights are required as well as an enthusiastic attitude.

What will you do?
As part of the Global S&OP Development Team, you will:

• Be co-responsible for the design, implementation, and rollout of the S&OP 2.0 blueprint, acting as a true S&OP ambassador and owner of the S&OP 2.0 blueprint.
• Develop the S&OP blueprint towards the next level, implementing new best practices and business insights, and improving standards. Translate S&OP best practices into practical solutions that work for different Business Groups and OpCos.
• Implement the S&OP process blueprint, localize the process to fit our business needs, and investigate with commerce, supply, and finance what is needed to enable improved volume and financial-driven decisions. You will ensure the availability of the right data and facilitate the transition of people and processes to the new situation.
• Lead the periodic S&OP maturity assessment cycle, assess OpCos in their S&OP process maturity, and provide local S&OP support by conducting workshops, training sessions, and leading issue resolutions to optimize the local process.
• Act as the primary contact for a number of Business Groups and OpCos, supporting them in their S&OP development journey.

You will work in the Global S&OP team with topics such as global forecasting, global S&OP planning, and S&OP performance management, as part of the Global Supply Chain – Planning department within FrieslandCampina.