Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland

Company: Our client is a leading player in the food industry in the Netherlands, renowned for its strong brands and commitment to taste, convenience, health, and sustainability. They collaborate closely with retail partners to drive mutual growth and innovate within their category, positioning themselves as a key driver in the FMCG sector. Job Description: We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Business Development Coordinator to support the company's commercial growth initiatives. This temporary role involves assisting with customer account management, product innovations, promotional activities, and business analysis. The ideal candidate will work closely with various internal teams and external partners to help achieve ambitious sales and market expansion goals. Responsibilities: •    Manage relationships with one or multiple customers, overseeing part of the product portfolio. •    Prepare for and participate in customer meetings and visits to strengthen partnerships. •    Support senior account managers in negotiations, business reviews, and strategic discussions. •    Monitor sales figures, market share, distribution, and profitability targets, providing insights and recommendations. •    Identify new business opportunities and potential risks, advising accordingly. •    Coordinate the launch of new products and innovations with internal teams and clients. •    Support assortment optimization and distribution expansion initiatives. •    Evaluate the performance of product launches and provide improvement suggestions. •    Assist in developing promotional plans, analyze promotional activities, and ensure consistency across campaigns. •    Conduct data analysis on sales, volume, and market trends, supporting forecasting and planning processes. •    Prepare reports, presentations, and insights to support decision-making. Requirements: •    Bachelor's or Master's degree. •    Strong interest or experience in Sales, FMCG, or Retail sectors. •    Good analytical skills and numerical insight. •    Effective communication and negotiation abilities. •    Strong stakeholder management skills. •    Proactive, entrepreneurial mindset, and ability to work independently. •    Team-oriented with a winning attitude. •    Fluency in Dutch and English. •    Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint. Other Information: If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

About the Company Join an innovative biopharmaceutical manufacturing organization dedicated to developing life-changing cell therapies. Working within the Manufacturing Science & Technology (MSAT) department, you will support commercial manufacturing by driving process improvements, ensuring GMP compliance, and resolving technical manufacturing challenges in a highly regulated environment. Role Description As a Junior Process Engineer within the Manufacturing Operations & Compliance Support (MOCS) team, you will provide technical support for commercial manufacturing operations. You will lead deviation investigations, perform impact assessments, implement corrective actions, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that support the reliable production of advanced cell therapy products. Key Responsibilities Support commercial manufacturing through technical investigations and process improvements Perform impact assessments to support product release activities Lead deviation investigations using structured Root Cause Analysis methodologies Develop, implement, and monitor CAPAs to prevent recurrence Prepare and revise SOPs, batch records, and manufacturing documentation Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and MSAT teams to resolve technical issues Support change controls and continuous improvement initiatives Ensure compliance with cGMP and internal quality standards Requirements Bachelor's degree in Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related discipline (Engineering degree is a strong advantage) Experience within biotechnology, cell therapy, cell culture, aseptic processing, or pharmaceutical manufacturing Strong knowledge of cGMP regulations and manufacturing compliance Experience leading deviation investigations, Root Cause Analysis, CAPAs, and change controls Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills Excellent technical writing and documentation skills Ability to work independently and effectively in cross-functional teams Comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing manufacturing environment Fluent in English

The Company: Our client is a leading global food & beverage company, focused on Essential Dairy & Plant-Based products, Waters, and Specialized Nutrition, with a mission to inspire healthier and more sustainable eating and drinking practices worldwide. Role Description: We’re looking for an experienced and strategic Regulatory Affairs Specialist to join the team on a temporary basis, covering maternity leave. This role is based in Rijswijk and involves supporting the regulatory framework across the Benelux region, working closely with colleagues in Brussels. The successful candidate will act as a key regulatory partner, ensuring product compliance, enabling innovation, and helping the company stay ahead in a competitive environment. Responsibilities: -Ensure all products comply with local regulations in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg, including product composition and communication. -Review and assess all marketing, consumer, healthcare professional, and sales communication materials across various channels, ensuring regulatory adherence. -Contribute regulatory expertise to support innovation projects, working closely with development teams to provide guidance and solutions. -Validate labels, artworks, and packaging to meet legal and corporate standards. -Manage the notification process for product registrations and notifications in the Dutch, Belgian, and Luxembourg markets. Requirements: -Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics, Food Science, Law, or a related field. -Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a regulatory role within the industry or a law firm. -Native or fluent in Dutch; fluent in English; French language skills are a plus. Strong communication skills and proactive mindset, with the ability to work independently. -Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to translate complex regulations into clear business guidance. -Accurate, detail-oriented, and committed to regulatory processes and ethical standards. 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 leading multinational dairy cooperative headquartered in the Netherlands, specializing in the production and distribution of dairy products and nutritional ingredients. The organization operates a global manufacturing and supply chain network, serving consumers and industrial customers across more than 100 countries, with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. Job Description We are seeking an experienced Systems Deployment Lead to oversee the international rollout of key systems within the company's supply chain operations. Based in Amersfoort, Netherlands, this role involves coordinating deployment activities in the U.S. and supporting local teams to ensure successful system implementations. Responsibilities -Lead the deployment of the Anura Scheduling & MRP system and the Optimus platform at the Delhi (U.S.) site. -Act as the primary liaison between the central deployment team in the Netherlands and local teams in Delhi and the U.S. -Support teams across production, quality, and maintenance in achieving system readiness and a smooth transition to new platforms. -Translate deployment requirements and support their execution, ensuring teams are prepared for go-live phases. -Travel between the Netherlands and the U.S. as needed, often during critical deployment milestones like go-live. -Coordinate and communicate effectively with stakeholders, including plant managers and project leads, to facilitate seamless deployment. -Support the ongoing implementation from project initiation through to stabilization, with a focus on achieving project milestones. Requirements -Proven experience leading deployment projects, ideally involving SAP and OMP systems. -Strong project management skills and ability to energize and coordinate teams. -Experience working in production environments across scheduling, MRP, quality, and maintenance. -Willingness to travel frequently, especially to the U.S., during deployment phases. -Fluent in English, with excellent communication skills. -Previous experience with large-scale system implementations, preferably in international or multinational settings. Other Information -This role requires starting as soon as possible, with an initial focus on the Optimus project launching in October. The contract duration is approximately one year, with potential extensions.  -If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and

Over het Bedrijf Deze internationale producent in de voedingsmiddelenindustrie staat voor kwaliteit, voedselveiligheid en continue verbetering. Vanuit meerdere productielocaties wordt dagelijks gewerkt aan hoogwaardige producten, waarbij samenwerking, kwaliteitsbewustzijn en procesoptimalisatie centraal staan. Rolomschrijving Als QA Officer ben je verantwoordelijk voor het bewaken en verbeteren van de kwaliteitsprocessen binnen twee productielocaties. Je bent de rechterhand van de QA Manager en speelt een belangrijke rol in het waarborgen van voedselveiligheid, het ondersteunen van productie en het verder ontwikkelen van de kwaliteitscultuur binnen de organisatie. Je combineert operationele QA-werkzaamheden met procesverbetering en het coördineren van kwaliteitsactiviteiten. Belangrijkste Verantwoordelijkheden Beheren en verbeteren van kwaliteitsprocessen en het kwaliteitshandboek samen met de QA Manager Afhandelen en opvolgen van interne en externe kwaliteitsklachten Beheren van productblokkades en kwaliteitsissues binnen productieprocessen Uitvoeren van proces-, product- en hygiëne-inspecties Organiseren en begeleiden van interne audits en kwaliteitsinspecties Opstellen en beheren van productspecificaties en kwaliteitsdocumentatie Bewaken van de jaarlijkse Quality & Environment-planning Fungeren als aanspreekpunt voor kwaliteit binnen de productie en bijdragen aan een sterke voedselveiligheidscultuur Vereisten Minimaal MBO werk- en denkniveau, bij voorkeur met een afgeronde opleiding Voedingsmiddelentechnologie of vergelijkbaar Ervaring binnen een QA-functie, bij voorkeur in de voedingsmiddelenindustrie Kennis van kwaliteits- en voedselveiligheidssystemen Proactieve en zelfstandige werkhouding met een groot verantwoordelijkheidsgevoel Sterke communicatieve vaardigheden en het vermogen om collega's mee te nemen in kwaliteitsverbeteringen Goede kennis van Microsoft Word en Excel Goede beheersing van de Nederlandse en Engelse taal

The Company  A Global leading international dairy company with a cooperative heritage spanning over 150 years. The company processes milk into a diverse range of dairy products and ingredients, offering consumers high-quality options such as milk, yogurt, condensed milk, dairy-based beverages, cheese, butter, quark, and cream. Role  Description We are seeking a proactive and experienced leader to oversee and enhance our farmer support teams in the Netherlands and Belgium. The Head of Farmer Support and Service Management will drive the development of a modern, service-focused organization that strengthens member relationships, identifies new opportunities, and ensures exceptional support for dairy farmers. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape and implement strategic initiatives in an international, dynamic environment. Responsibilities -Lead, coach, and develop the Field Account Manager teams across the Netherlands and Belgium. -Support team members in transitioning towards a more commercially driven and service-oriented approach. -Strengthen engagement and retention among member dairy farmers. -Drive continuous improvements in service quality and operational efficiency. -Initiate and lead projects aimed at service enhancement and excellence. -Identify new commercial opportunities and translate these into actionable strategies. -Contribute to the evolution of the farmer engagement strategy and service model. -Promote best practice sharing and enhance collaboration between Dutch and Belgian teams. -Maintain a close understanding of challenges faced by dairy farmers and the agricultural sector. -Collaborate internally to refine processes and optimize service delivery. Requirements -Minimum 5 years of relevant leadership and commercial experience. -Strong background in team management and change management. -Familiarity with the agricultural sector, especially dairy farming, is preferred. -Proven ability to develop and motivate teams within a multicultural setting. -Excellent communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills. -Proactive, results-oriented, and collaborative working style. -Fluent in Dutch (mandatory). -Ability to start immediately for a 6-month temporary assignment. Other Information If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

Company: A leading organization dedicated to supporting the agricultural sector and strengthening relationships with dairy farmers and partners. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and service excellence, the organization operates across multiple European markets and works closely with farmers, internal teams, and external stakeholders to improve value creation within the agricultural supply chain. Job Description: We are seeking a Field Service Manager – Farmer Engagement to lead and further develop a service-oriented organization supporting member dairy farmers. In this role, you will manage and coach Field Account Manager teams, strengthen farmer engagement, improve service delivery, and drive commercial and operational improvements. You will act as a key connection point between farmers, business teams, and external stakeholders, ensuring strong relationships, effective communication, and a future-proof farmer engagement approach across markets. Responsibilities: • Lead, coach, and develop Field Account Manager teams across the Netherlands and Belgium. • Support teams in transitioning towards a more commercial and service-oriented approach. • Strengthen relationships with dairy farmers and improve member engagement and retention. • Develop and implement service improvement initiatives and operational excellence projects. • Identify commercial opportunities and translate insights into actionable strategies. • Drive change management initiatives and support continuous improvement. • Connect teams, knowledge, and best practices across different regions. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve processes and service delivery. • Maintain strong understanding of agricultural developments and challenges faced by dairy farmers. • Support the further development of the Farmer Engagement strategy. Requirements: • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (HBO/WO level) in Business, Agriculture, Agribusiness, or a related field. • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in commercial leadership, account management, field services, or stakeholder management. • Proven experience leading, coaching, and developing teams. • Strong affinity with the agricultural sector, preferably dairy farming. • Experience with customer engagement, service improvement, and change management. • Strong commercial mindset with excellent relationship-building skills. • Excellent communication and influencing abilities. • Experience working with international or multicultural teams is an advantage. • Knowledge of CRM and reporting tools such as Salesforce and Power BI is preferred. • Fluent in Dutch and English. Other Information: This is a full-time managerial role focused on farmer engagement, team leadership, commercial development, and service transformation. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who can connect teams, build trust with stakeholders, and drive improvements within the agricultural sector.  

Company: A global organization specializing in supply chain solutions, known for its innovative deployment of complex IT systems across international operations, committed to enhancing operational efficiency and collaboration. Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Deployment Project Lead to oversee the implementation of key IT systems in the US manufacturing plant located in Delhi, including Anura Scheduling & MRP and the Optimus platform. This role involves coordinating deployment activities from the Netherlands, supporting the local teams, and ensuring a smooth transition during go-live. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in bridging the Netherlands and US teams to facilitate successful system rollout and user readiness. Responsibilities: - Lead the deployment of Anura Scheduling & MRP and Optimus systems at the Delhi plant in the US. - Act as the main point of contact between the central Netherlands deployment team and the US teams. - Support the US teams (Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Scheduling) in system implementation, training, and process transitions. - Coordinate and support the local teams in achieving readiness for system go-live, including troubleshooting and problem-solving. - Travel to Delhi several times to oversee critical deployment phases, especially during go-live. - Collaborate with stakeholders including the Plant Manager, project teams, and international managers to ensure project milestones are met. - Serve as a communication bridge, translating deployment requirements and ensuring alignment between Dutch and US teams. - Contribute to the deployment of future projects following similar scopes. Requirements: - Proven experience in system implementation, ideally with SAP and OMP. - Strong project management skills and ability to energize teams. - Experience working in production environments across scheduling, MRP, quality, and maintenance. - Willingness to travel multiple times to the US, particularly during critical deployment phases. - Excellent English & Dutch communication skills. - Previous experience supporting large-scale IT rollouts in multinational companies is preferred. Other Information: 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 leading food manufacturing company in the Netherlands, recognized for producing high-quality dairy products enjoyed by millions worldwide. The organization operates in a modern, sustainable production environment, emphasizing innovation, operational excellence, and employee development. Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Team Lead to take technical ownership of part of the production equipment in a cheese manufacturing facility. This role demands a highly skilled professional who can lead maintenance activities, troubleshoot complex issues, and contribute to continuous improvement. You will act as the technical expert on-site, working closely with internal technicians and external partners to ensure optimal operation and reliability of critical machinery. Responsibilities: -Technical accountability for a section of the dairy facility’s equipment and installations. -Serve as the primary technical expert in mechanical and electrical systems. -Independently diagnose and resolve complex machine failures, establishing priorities and implementing safe work practices. -Plan, prepare, and coordinate maintenance activities carried out by internal teams and external contractors. -Collaborate with production, planning, quality teams, and suppliers to ensure smooth maintenance operations. -Analyze failures and provide input for maintenance planning and process improvements. -Drive initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and availability. -Lead and develop a team of technicians, supporting their ongoing technical growth and skills development. Requirements: -Over 8 years of relevant experience at MBO level or over 4 years at HBO level, specifically in a technical environment such as food, dairy, or process industries. -Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems. -Hands-on experience with technical repairs and maintenance. -Fluent in Dutch and English, both spoken and written. -Proven ability to troubleshoot complex issues independently. -Experience working with internal teams and external suppliers. -Excellent communication skills, capable of interacting effectively with managers and technicians. -Preferably, candidates with experience in the dairy, food, chemical, or pharma sectors. Other Information: If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

Company A leading agribusiness organisation with over 150 years of history, dedicated to supporting dairy farmers across the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany. Through its Cooperative Affairs team, the organisation strengthens farmer relationships, enhances service, and drives innovation and continuous improvement across the agricultural sector. Role Description We are seeking an experienced Field Services Manager / Farmer Engagement to lead the Account Management teams across the Netherlands and Belgium. In this role, you will drive a customer-focused and commercially minded field service organisation, strengthen relationships with member dairy farmers, lead service improvement initiatives, coach and develop high-performing teams, identify commercial opportunities, and work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to support the ongoing development of the Farmer Engagement strategy in an international environment. Responsibilities - Lead, coach, and develop the Field Account Management teams across the Netherlands and Belgium. - Support the transition towards a more commercial, service-oriented approach to member engagement. - Strengthen member retention and satisfaction through proactive relationship management. - Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service quality and operational performance. - Identify commercial opportunities and translate them into actionable business initiatives. - Lead projects focused on service excellence, process optimisation, and operational efficiency. - Contribute to the development and implementation of the Farmer Engagement strategy. - Promote collaboration and knowledge sharing between the Dutch and Belgian teams. - Build strong relationships with dairy farmers and maintain a thorough understanding of developments within the agricultural sector. - Work closely with internal stakeholders to improve processes, services, and customer experience. Requirements - HBO or WO degree in Business, Agriculture, Commercial Management, or a related discipline. - 5–8 years of experience in commercial leadership, account management, or customer service management. - Previous experience leading and developing teams within a similar field-based commercial environment. - Strong affinity with the agricultural sector, preferably dairy farming. - Proven experience managing organisational change and service improvement initiatives. - Commercial mindset with excellent relationship management and stakeholder engagement skills. - Experience working with Power BI and Salesforce. - Strong communication, coaching, and leadership abilities with the capability to connect and motivate teams. - Experience working in an international or multicultural environment is advantageous. - Fluent in Dutch and English, both written and spoken. Other Information If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.