Associate Scientist, Leiden, Zuid-Holland

The Company A global healthcare and pharmaceutical organization focused on advancing innovative medicines and improving manufacturing excellence. The company operates across international markets with a strong emphasis on quality, compliance, and cutting edge scientific development. Role Description The Process Development Scientist supports innovation and technology deployment within manufacturing science and technology. The role focuses on improving processes, supporting product lifecycle activities, and driving efficiency and reliability across manufacturing and development operations. It involves collaboration with cross functional global teams to deliver technical solutions. Responsibilities - Provide technical support for product lifecycle management and manufacturing processes - Support new product introductions and technology transfer activities - Develop and maintain knowledge of formulations, processes, and analytical technologies - Troubleshoot issues related to manufacturing and analytical performance - Drive process improvements and cost reduction initiatives - Collaborate with development, quality, and manufacturing teams - Support implementation of new technologies and process innovations - Contribute to process intensification and real time release strategies - Assist in validation of processes, systems, and analytical methods - Work with internal and external manufacturing sites to deliver continuous improvements Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, materials science, pharmaceutics, or a related discipline - 0 to 2 years of experience in process development, formulations, or analytical characterization - Knowledge of statistical principles including multivariate analysis - Understanding of analytical techniques and laboratory instrumentation - Familiarity with GMP environments and compliance practices - Basic understanding of drug substance and drug product manufacturing - Knowledge of validation requirements for processes and systems - Exposure to quality by design and process analytical technology concepts - Experience working with data and statistical tools - Strong analytical thinking and problem solving skills - Good communication skills in English Other Information - Occasional travel required - Exposure to international teams and advanced manufacturing environments - Combination of laboratory and non laboratory work depending on project needs

The ideal candidate should be able to: Review the current laboratory quality management system (QMS). Identify gaps against ISO/IEC 17025 requirements. Create and update SOPs, procedures, forms, and quality documents. Ensure testing processes are traceable and compliant. Train laboratory staff on quality procedures and compliance requirements. Plan and conduct internal audits. Follow up on audit findings and corrective actions. Work independently as the main quality lead during the maternity cover period.   However, the candidate will need to: Train laboratory staff. Lead internal audits. Coordinate with laboratory personnel to implement quality improvements. Influence and guide others to follow quality procedures. So this is more of a quality/compliance leadership role rather than a people management role.

About the Company Our client is a leading global FMCG organization with a strong portfolio of consumer brands and an extensive international supply chain network. To support the Personal Care business, they are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Finance Manager to partner with senior stakeholders and strengthen financial performance across the European supply chain. Role Description As Supply Chain Finance Manager, you will act as the key finance business partner to the European Personal Care Supply Chain organization. You will be responsible for financial performance management, forecasting, budgeting, cash delivery, cost optimization, and strategic decision support. The role combines strong financial analysis with stakeholder management, enabling business leaders to make informed decisions that improve gross margin, working capital performance, and overall supply chain efficiency. You will also play an important role in strengthening governance, improving financial processes, and supporting the development of finance capabilities within the team. Key Responsibilities Lead financial performance management across the European Personal Care Supply Chain. Monitor and analyze key financial and operational KPIs, including cash flow, working capital, inventory, cost per ton, and gross margin. Deliver monthly performance reviews and provide clear insights on risks, opportunities, and variances versus plan and forecast. Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities for supply chain overheads and business waste. Partner with senior supply chain and finance leaders to improve cost efficiency and business performance. Conduct scenario analysis and financial modelling to support strategic and operational decision-making. Translate complex financial data into actionable business insights and recommendations. Drive continuous improvement of financial reporting, processes, and controls. Ensure compliance with financial governance, internal controls, and corporate policies. Coach and support the development of junior finance team members. Requirements Significant experience in Finance Business Partnering, Supply Chain Finance, Commercial Finance, or Controlling within a multinational environment. Strong experience in financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and performance management. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and support strategic decision-making. Strong analytical skills with experience in financial modelling and scenario analysis. Experience working with working capital, cash flow management, inventory analysis, and cost control. Strong knowledge of financial systems, ERP platforms, and reporting tools (e.g., SAP, Power BI, Excel). Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Proactive, structured, and results-oriented mindset with a continuous improvement focus. Fluent in English; additional European languages are considered an advantage.

About the Company Our client is a leading global biopharmaceutical organization focused on developing and manufacturing innovative therapies that improve and save lives. Operating in a highly regulated GMP environment, the company combines advanced science, engineering excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives to support large-scale manufacturing operations. To strengthen its Engineering, Validation, and Maintenance (EVM) organization, they are looking for a Senior Quality Engineer who will drive quality, compliance, and process excellence initiatives across a complex technical environment. Role Description As Senior Quality Engineer, you will be part of a multidisciplinary Engineering, Validation, and Maintenance organization and report directly to the Compliance Supervisor. You will act as the key quality representative for the department, ensuring maintenance, engineering, validation, and qualification activities are executed in compliance with GMP regulations and internal quality standards. In addition, you will play a leading role in driving process excellence initiatives, continuous improvement programs, and Lean methodologies to improve operational performance, quality systems, and organizational effectiveness. Key Responsibilities Act as the quality representative for the Engineering, Validation, and Maintenance organization. Ensure compliance of maintenance, engineering, validation, and qualification activities with GMP and regulatory requirements. Lead and support continuous improvement and process excellence initiatives across the department. Provide expert guidance on validation, qualification, deviations, CAPAs, events, and quality investigations. Support engineering and maintenance teams in applying Lean, Six Sigma, and process excellence methodologies. Develop and maintain performance metrics, dashboards, and quality indicators to monitor departmental performance. Lead and support internal audits, quality assessments, and compliance improvement activities. Perform risk assessments and provide guidance on GMP, Annex 11, validation, and qualification requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to improve processes, communication, and operational effectiveness. Drive sustainable improvements in quality systems, compliance processes, and organizational performance. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Process Engineering, Installation Technology, or a related technical discipline. 5+ years of experience in a Quality Engineering, Compliance, Validation, or Process Excellence role. Strong experience within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, or process industry environment. Solid understanding of validation, qualification, GMP compliance, Annex 11, CAPA management, deviations, and risk assessments. Experience with Process Excellence, Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies. Green Belt and/or Yellow Belt certification is highly preferred. Knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations and industry standards such as FDA, GMP, ICH, ASTM, and ISPE.

Company Overview: We are a healthcare manufacturing business focused on producing high-quality medicines in a highly regulated, GMP-controlled environment. Using advanced equipment and strong quality systems, we ensure reliable products are delivered to patients safely and on time. Job Description: We are currently seeking a Manufacturing Process Technician (GMP) to operate and maintain production processes across (semi) automated manufacturing lines within a regulated environment. This position operates in a 3-shift rotation and plays a key role in ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient production operations. The role also contributes to continuous improvement initiatives through structured problem-solving and Lean methodologies. You will collaborate closely with line leads, production supervisors, and cross-functional teams to achieve production targets, quality standards, and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities: •    Operate production lines according to GMP standards and approved operating procedures •    Run and monitor manufacturing equipment in a safe and compliant manner •    Perform line changeovers and support accurate production execution •    Monitor, document, and analyse process data •    Troubleshoot process issues using GMP procedures and escalate when required •    Support corrective and preventive actions through structured problem-solving methods •    Apply Lean and Continuous Improvement methodologies such as: o    5-Why o    Root Cause Analysis (RCA) o    Fishbone Analysis o    Kaizen o    Poka Yoke o    TPM o    SMED •    Maintain accurate documentation within SAP and/or MES systems •    Complete effective shift handovers with clear communication •    Ensure training and assigned actions are completed within deadlines •    Collaborate with operators, technicians, and line leads to achieve shift goals and KPIs Requirements: •    Around 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment as a process or technical operator within GMP/GDP or ISO-certified settings •    Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement •    Experience using structured troubleshooting methodologies such as 5-Why, RCA, and Kaizen •    Lean / Six Sigma Yellow Belt or Green Belt certification preferred •    Experience working with SAP and/or MES systems •    Familiarity with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) •    Technical or process-oriented education such as: o    MBO Technical / Process Education o    VAPRO A or VAPRO B •    Advanced Lean and/or Six Sigma training is considered an advantage •    Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint •    Strong communication skills in both English and Dutch •    Analytical, structured, proactive, and accountable mindset •    Flexible to work shifts, overtime, weekends, and changing operational requirements Additional Information: If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below or contact me directly for more information.

The company  A global leader in specialized nutrition and consumer health products, serving customers across the globe.  The organization focuses on delivering science-based nutritional solutions through strong collaboration between commercial, supply chain, and healthcare-focused teams.  Job Description  We are looking for a Pricing & Contracts Specialist  to join the Contract & Tender Management team. In this hands-on role, you will support cooperation with wholesale partners across the Netherlands by managing assortment and pricing updates, ensuring timely and clear customer communication, and keeping sales data accurate and up to date for business reporting. Responsibilities  -Keep all partner-facing documentation current, including assortment and price lists, as well as pre-boards for credit and debit notes, to ensure a great customer experience. -Support the NPI (New Product Initiations) process by understanding the required administrative steps and proactively engaging relevant teams to prevent delays. -Monitor that the correct sales conditions are added in SAP and follow up on any pricing differences to ensure the right credit/debit documentation is created. -Work closely with the Business Intelligence team to process monthly sales data and new customers on time, enabling commercial teams to act quickly with the latest information. -Maintain master price lists and conditions, including assortment and article code changes, and coordinate periodic (twice yearly) updates for wholesalers. -Manage individual wholesale price lists and discount agreements. -Initiate SAP workflows for pricing conditions when new customer agreements are made. -Follow up on price condition entries made by the master data team and handle any price discrepancy claims, including creating credit notes. -Communicate and follow up with wholesalers regarding price differences, corrections, and changes. -Handle assortment and product administration, including registering product changes and innovations on external platforms and communicating relevant updates to wholesalers. -Monitor timely delivery of indirect data by wholesalers and ensure monthly indirect sales data is processed correctly in collaboration with Business Intelligence. -Create new customer records when needed. -Participate in improvement initiatives to optimise internal processes and strengthen execution for better internal and external service. Requirements  -Completed MBO or HBO education, with at least 5 years of relevant work experience. -Strong command of Dutch and English, both written and spoken. -Proactive, communicative, and solution-oriented. -Structured, accurate working style with strong attention to detail. -Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team. -Customer-friendly attitude. -SAP experience is a plus. Other Information   -If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

Company: A global leader in the food and nutrition industry with a strong focus on healthcare nutrition and specialized products. The organization operates in an international environment and emphasizes innovation, quality, and strong partnerships with distributors. Job Description: As an Account Support medewerker, you play a key role in ensuring the smooth execution of commercial agreements with wholesale partners. You will manage pricing, assortment updates, and administrative processes while maintaining clear and timely communication with stakeholders. The role requires close collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Business Intelligence teams. Responsibilities: - Maintain and update pricing lists, assortments, and article codes - Manage individual wholesale pricing structures and discount agreements - Initiate and monitor workflows for pricing conditions in SAP - Validate pricing entries and follow up on discrepancies leading to credit or debit notes - Communicate with wholesalers regarding pricing updates and corrections - Register product changes and innovations on external platforms - Communicate assortment changes and stock updates to partners - Ensure timely collection and processing of indirect sales data - Collaborate with Business Intelligence on monthly data processing - Create and maintain new customer records - Monitor and support NPI processes and ensure timely execution - Contribute to process improvement initiatives Requirements: - Completed MBO or HBO degree - Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in a commercial support, sales support, or similar administrative role - Strong command of Dutch and English, both spoken and written - Proactive and strong communication skills - Structured and detail-oriented working style - Positive and solution-driven mindset - Ability to work independently and collaboratively - Customer-focused attitude - Experience with SAP is preferred Other Information: The Commercial Account Support Specialist (Pricing & Data) will work closely with Sales, Marketing, Supply, and Business Intelligence teams and will play a key role in ensuring smooth day-to-day commercial execution. If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

The Company Our client is a multinational consumer goods company known for its diverse portfolio of trusted brands in personal care, home care, and food and beverages. With a focus on sustainability and social responsibility, strives to create positive impact while delivering innovative products to meet evolving consumer needs. Role Description As a Supply Planner, you will be responsible for managing short-term demand and supply planning activities to ensure optimal product availability and customer service levels. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate supply risks, manage inventory, optimize stock allocation, reduce excess and obsolete inventory, and drive service performance across the supply chain. Responsibilities Manage short-term demand and supply planning activities to ensure optimal product availability and achievement of customer service targets. Monitor inventory levels, excess stock, blocked stock, and obsolete inventory, driving actions to minimize business waste and inventory risks. Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, Demand Planning, and Supply Planning teams to identify supply constraints and implement mitigation plans. Manage stock allocation and prioritization decisions to ensure efficient distribution of available inventory and minimize service disruptions. Analyze planning and service performance KPIs, identify root causes of issues, and drive continuous process improvements across the supply chain. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field. 3+ years of experience in Supply Planning, Customer Supply Planning, Inventory Planning, or a similar supply chain planning role. Strong understanding of demand and supply planning processes, inventory management, service level management, and supply chain operations. Experience working with ERP and planning systems such as SAP, SAP S/4HANA, SAP APO/IBP, Kinaxis, or similar planning tools. Excellent analytical, stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Other Information Apply to our vacancy for more information. looking forward to hearing from you.

Company Our client is a laboratory-focused organization committed to delivering accurate, reliable results through strong quality management systems. They are preparing for ISO/EC 17025 accreditation and are looking for support to help build and strengthen the laboratory Quality Management System. Job Description We are looking for a Laboratory Quality Systems Coordinator to support the preparation of the laboratory Quality Management System (QMS) for ISO/EC 17025 accreditation. This role covers a maternity leave period and focuses on closing gaps, strengthening procedures and documentation, training laboratory staff, and driving internal audits to ensure quality and traceability requirements are met.  Responsibilities -Support gap closure against ISO/EC 17025 by revising and improving existing procedures, and creating missing procedures, templates, and forms. -Help laboratory teams understand and implement the quality system requirements. -Identify and correct quality and traceability gaps within laboratory protocols and working practices. -Train laboratory staff on the QMS and related processes and expectations. -Plan, organize, and lead internal audits to verify compliance and support continuous improvement.  Requirements -Experience supporting or working with ISO/EC 17025 (or similar quality accreditation/management frameworks). -Strong document control and procedural improvement skills (procedures, forms, and templates). -Ability to assess quality/traceability gaps and drive corrective actions. -Experience organising and running internal audits.  -Comfortable communication and training teams to implement quality processes. Other Information If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.  

The Company A global consumer goods organization specializing in fast moving consumer products, with a strong presence across international markets. The company focuses on innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability within its supply chain and product portfolio. Role Description This role serves as a strategic finance partner to the supply chain function, focused on driving financial performance, efficiency, and cost optimization. It plays a key role in performance tracking, financial planning, and decision support in a complex and fast evolving environment. The position supports business growth through insights on cash flow, margins, and operational efficiency. Responsibilities - Lead performance management activities, focusing on cash delivery and working capital optimization - Track key financial drivers including inventory levels, cost per unit, and gross margin - Conduct monthly reviews with detailed analysis versus budget, forecasts, and prior performance - Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for supply chain costs and overheads - Provide financial insights and business partnering support to senior stakeholders - Perform scenario analysis and financial modelling to guide decision making - Translate financial data into actionable business insights and strategic recommendations - Ensure compliance with financial governance, policies, and internal controls - Drive continuous improvements in financial processes and reporting - Support and develop junior finance team members through coaching and mentoring Requirements - Strong experience in finance within supply chain or operations environments - Expertise in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting - Advanced analytical and modelling skills - Ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate insights clearly - Strong stakeholder management and business partnering capabilities - Knowledge of working capital management and cost control strategies - Experience with KPI tracking and performance management - Familiarity with financial controls and governance frameworks - Leadership skills with experience mentoring or guiding team members - Proficiency in financial systems and data analysis tools Other Information - Role involves collaboration across international teams and functions - Fast paced environment with high levels of transformation and innovation - Focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency - Opportunity to influence strategic decisions within supply chain operation