Global Supply Chain Project Manager, Amersfoort, Utrecht

Company
Our client is dairy cooperative with international presence, formed by dairy farmers in the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany. The company has a large product range including milk, yoghurts, baby and infant nutrition, cheese, butter and several locations in the Netherlands, serving global markets.
 
Job Description
The Supply Chain Project Lead will be responsible for managing a critical part of a large-scale, strategic supply chain transformation program. This role involves leading the integration of key savings tracking systems, providing strategic insights to senior leaders, and ensuring seamless execution of complex projects.
 
Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end integration of two savings tracking systems into a unified platform to support the transformation initiative.
• Develop and execute strategic plans for system optimization, including user adoption, data accuracy, and integration with tools like Power BI.
• Collaborate with IT teams and technical experts to address complex system challenges and implement improvements.
• Prepare and deliver detailed reports and presentations for senior leadership, including the CEO and global supply chain executives, translating complex data into clear insights.
• Conduct thorough performance analyses to identify risks, opportunities, and trends within the transformation metrics.
• Manage multiple project workstreams, ensuring timelines, dependencies, and deliverables are met through effective stakeholder engagement.
• Provide operational support to leadership on urgent matters, handling dynamic requests ranging from meeting logistics to strategic analyses.
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings ensuring alignment and progress across teams.
• Support change management activities, including user training and system support to ensure smooth adoption.

• 6-8+ years of experience in project management, digital product ownership, or transformation roles within international organizations, preferably in FMCG or consulting.
• Strong digital skills, with experience in Power BI, data integration, and Microsoft tools.
• Proven experience with system integrations or migrations, especially involving financial or ERP systems.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, comfortable presenting to senior leaders.
• Ability to juggle strategic and operational tasks, working effectively under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insights.
• Fluency in English; Dutch language skills are a plus.

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