Financial Business Partner, Belfeld, Limburg

The Company A well established food manufacturing organization specializing in the production of butter and butter oil products for the professional market. The production facility operates continuously and is focused on operational excellence, food safety, process improvement, and future growth through technology and investment initiatives. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Plant Manager to lead a food production facility through a significant transformation phase. This interim leadership role will focus on stabilizing operational performance, strengthening team capabilities, driving continuous improvement, and preparing the site for future expansion and technology upgrades. The successful candidate will bring strong operational leadership together with a hands on technical background. Responsibilities - Lead the overall operations of a 24 hour manufacturing facility - Manage and develop the Site Management Team across Production, Maintenance, Technology, Operational Excellence, SHE, Quality, Planning and Logistics, and Finance - Drive operational performance improvements across safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency - Lead continuous improvement and transformation initiatives across the site - Build leadership capability and improve accountability throughout the organization - Support culture change and workforce development programs - Oversee technology upgrades, automation initiatives, and capital investment projects - Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards - Manage plant performance through key operational metrics - Prepare the organization for future growth and organizational change Requirements - Extensive experience as a Manufacturing Plant Manager within a manufacturing environment - Proven track record leading change management and continuous improvement initiatives - Strong technical or engineering background - Experience within food manufacturing is essential - Experience managing 24 hour production operations - Knowledge of automation and manufacturing technology - Experience delivering investment and capital projects - Strong leadership and people development capabilities - Ability to drive operational excellence and performance improvements - Hands on manufacturing and engineering experience - Experience developing high performing production teams Other Information If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

Company Our client is a leading global manufacturer of advanced equipment dedicated to the food processing industry. Their innovative machinery is used by top food producers worldwide. The company values modern technology, skilled craftsmanship, and a professional, team-oriented work environment focused on quality and continuous improvement. Job Description We are looking for an Assembly Mechanic to join our client’s team. In this role, you will assemble mechanical and mechatronic machines from individual components, ensuring each system is built to the highest standards, thoroughly tested, and ready for delivery. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys practical work, problem-solving, and working with complex machinery. Responsibilities •    Assemble mechanical and mechatronic modules according to technical drawings and instructions. •    Build complete machines based on customer specifications. •    Conduct inspections, adjustments, and functional testing during assembly. •    Identify and report technical issues or suggestions for improvements. •    Ensure all products meet quality and safety standards. •    Work efficiently to meet production deadlines. •    Maintain a clean and safe working environment. •    Collaborate effectively with colleagues and production teams. Requirements •    Technical education in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, or a related field. •    Preferably some experience in assembling mechanical or machinery components. •    Ability to read and interpret technical drawings. •    Good mechanical insight and problem-solving skills. •    Detail-oriented and quality-focused. •    Capable of working independently and as part of a team. •    Fluent Dutch is mandatory. Basic communication skills in English are required. Other Information If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button and contact me.

Company Overview Our client is a leading organization specializing in the production of high-quality pharmaceutical products. Operating within a highly regulated environment, they focus on delivering excellence in manufacturing and packaging through strict adherence to GMP standards and quality protocols. Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Process operator to join the team in Breda. This role involves executing manual production and packaging activities within a controlled environment, ensuring consistent, accurate, and compliant operations in line with GMP standards. Responsibilities -Carry out manual production tasks according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) -Perform packaging activities following established guidelines -Conduct in-process quality checks to ensure product standards -Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including batch records and logs, in compliance with GMP requirements -Identify, report, and support resolution of deviations or quality issues, participating in problem-solving -meetings with QA and Production teams -Set up and close down production lines as required -Perform routine cleaning activities on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis -Ensure the workspace remains safe, compliant, and organized -Execute repetitive manual tasks with precision and reliability -Collaborate effectively with team members to maintain smooth production flow Requirements -Minimum experience in a similar production or manufacturing role -Fluent in English -Comfortable working in a highly structured environment with strict adherence to procedures -Willing to commute to Breda -Open to working in a 2-shift OR 3 shifts system -Able to perform repetitive manual tasks with concentration and accuracy 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 in the fast-moving consumer goods sector, specializing in food and dairy products. The company is committed to innovation, operational excellence, and delivering high-quality products to consumers worldwide. Job Description We are looking for a skilled Supply Chain Financial Analyst to join our client's team. In this role, you will support financial decision-making within the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, focusing on optimizing inventory, profitability, and cash flow. You will work closely with the planning and finance teams to provide valuable insights that drive strategic and operational improvements. Responsibilities - Support scenario analysis and valuation decision-making within the S&OP process, considering go-to-market (GtM) and manufacturing priorities. - Provide end-to-end insights into decisions affecting profitability, capacity, and inventory, based on valorization and variable cost data. - Assist in transitioning the S&OP process from volume-based to value-based decision-making, supplying financial data to commercial and factory controllers for accurate forecasts. - Contribute to automation projects by integrating financial and planning insights to streamline processes. - Proactively identify opportunities for simplifying workflows and improving efficiency. - Drive capacity utilization during S&OP meetings by sharing relevant financial insights. - Prepare monthly reports and consolidate data for the global S&OP meetings. - Act as a backup for the second S&OP controller when needed. - Challenge plans and support the planning team with financial expertise. - Support the rollout of production volume upload methods for financial forecasting, ensuring smooth monthly processes. - Review and reconcile supply volume data used in demand-supply balancing meetings, ensuring consistency across planning hubs. - Develop and align methodologies for including raw milk sales volumes in financial forecasts. Requirements - Minimum of 8 years’ relevant experience, ideally in FMCG, food, or dairy sectors. - Strong background in Commercial Finance and/or Supply Chain Finance, with solid S&OP experience. - Excellent analytical skills and experience with scenario modeling. - Proven ability to assess financial impacts of supply chain decisions. - Strong stakeholder management skills in a matrix organization. - Experience working closely with planning and supply chain teams. - Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with SAP, HFM, Power BI, Adaptive, or similar systems is a plus. - Fluency in English; Dutch language skills are preferred. - Comfort with automation and process improvement projects. - Able to challenge existing workflows and promote best practices. - Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and translate insights into actionable strategies. Other Information This role offers a hybrid working mode—two days at the office in Amersfoort and three days working from home. The position is based at the company’s head office in Amersfoort, Netherlands. The role is a senior-level business partner position, focused on strategic support rather than traditional accounting or reporting. If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

Company: A leading organization operating within the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), food, or dairy sector, committed to optimizing supply chain and manufacturing processes. The company values strategic financial insights and continuous improvement to support growth and operational excellence. Job Description: We are seeking a Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist to join our client’s team. This role focuses on supporting the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process by providing financial insights and scenario analysis. The ideal candidate will be a proactive business partner, helping to optimize inventory, balance costs, and enhance profit margins, all while ensuring excellent service levels. Responsibilities: -Support scenario planning and decision-making within the S&OP process, considering go-to-market strategies and manufacturing priorities. -Provide end-to-end visibility of decisions made during the S&OP cycle, analyzing their impact on ----profitability, capacity, inventory, and cash flow. -Transition the S&OP process from volume-based to value-based insights; supply the financial teams with relevant data for accurate forecasting. -Lead automation initiatives by integrating financial and planning data to improve efficiency. -Identify opportunities to simplify and improve existing processes. -Drive capacity utilization by sharing valuable financial insights during S&OP meetings. -Prepare monthly reports and consolidate data for global S&OP review sessions. -Act as a backup for the second S&OP controller when needed. -Challenge and support the planning team to optimize operations. -Develop and oversee methodologies for translating raw milk sales volumes into accurate financial forecasts. -Monitor and reconcile supply volumes in planning meetings, ensuring consistency across planning hubs. -Lead the rollout of production volume upload processes for financial forecasting, maintaining smooth monthly operations. Requirements: -Minimum of 8 years’ experience in Commercial Finance or Supply Chain Finance, ideally within FMCG, food, or dairy industries. -Extensive experience with S&OP processes and supply chain analytics. -Strong analytical skills with expertise in scenario modeling and assessing financial impacts of supply chain decisions. -Proficiency in stakeholder management within a matrix organization. -Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with SAP, HFM, Power BI, Adaptive, or similar systems is preferred. -Fluency in English; Dutch language skills are a plus. -Comfortable working in a hybrid setting, combining 2 days onsite at the Amersfoort office and 3 days remote. Other Information: If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.  

The Company  The client is a leading player in the specialized nutrition industry, dedicated to improving the well-being of vulnerable groups, including infants, the elderly, and individuals with medical conditions. With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and compliance, our client works closely with co-manufacturers to ensure that all products meet the highest standards of safety, regulatory requirements, and nutritional excellence.  Role Description The Health & Safety Manager will lead all Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) activities for a major HVAC and Utilities project in Cuijk/Haps. The role is responsible for ensuring the safe design, installation, testing, commissioning, and handover of HVAC systems and critical utility infrastructure, including mechanical, electrical, process, and facility support systems. Working closely with project management, engineering, construction, commissioning, and contracting partners, you will ensure compliance with company standards, statutory requirements, and industry best practices while driving a strong safety culture throughout the project lifecycle. Particular emphasis will be placed on managing risks associated with construction activities, utility tie-ins, energization, commissioning, permit-to-work processes, and contractor operations. Responsibilities Develop and implement the project HSE strategy, management plans, procedures, and performance objectives. Ensure corporate HSE standards and legal requirements are effectively translated into project execution activities. Provide expert HSE guidance to project management, engineering, construction, and commissioning teams. Monitor changes in safety legislation, standards, and industry practices relevant to HVAC, building services, and utility installations. Ensure HSE requirements are embedded within HVAC, utilities, mechanical, electrical, and construction activities. Lead project risk assessments, HAZIDs, task risk assessments, and method statement reviews. Oversee safe execution of installation activities, including piping, ducting, utility distribution systems, equipment installation, lifting operations, and temporary works. Verify contractor compliance with project HSE requirements and safe working procedures. Monitor high-risk activities including working at height, lifting and rigging operations, electrical works and energization, confined space entry, hot works, excavation and underground services, pressure testing, utility tie-ins and shutdown activities, chemical handling and water treatment systems. Ensure safe commissioning, start-up, testing, balancing, and validation of HVAC and utility systems. Support commissioning teams with risk assessments, permit-to-work requirements, isolation plans, and safe system handover processes. Verify effective implementation of Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) and energy isolation procedures. Ensure management of change (MOC) processes are followed during commissioning and handover activities. Support operational readiness and ensure safety requirements are met before system start-up and occupancy. Provide visible safety leadership on project sites. Conduct routine site inspections, safety audits, behavioral safety observations, and contractor reviews. Lead investigations into incidents, near misses, unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions. Conduct root cause analysis and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions are implemented. Exercise stop-work authority when critical safety risks are identified. Deliver HSE inductions, toolbox talks, awareness sessions, and targeted safety training. Coach project managers, supervisors, engineers, construction personnel, and contractors on HSE expectations. Promote proactive safety reporting, workforce engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives. Drive a culture of personal accountability and operational discipline across all project teams. Plan and execute HSE audits, inspections, and compliance reviews. Coordinate interactions with regulatory authorities, clients, insurers, and external auditors. Monitor HSE KPIs, leading indicators, observations, and incident trends. Prepare regular reports for project steering committees and senior management. Capture and communicate lessons learned from construction and commissioning activities. Identify opportunities to reduce risk through engineering controls, process improvements, and safe work practices. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline. Minimum 8-10 years of Health & Safety experience within large-scale HVAC, utilities, construction, engineering, pharmaceutical, life sciences, industrial, semiconductor, or critical facility projects. Demonstrated experience supporting mechanical and utility systems installation, commissioning, and start-up activities. Strong understanding of HVAC systems, central utility plants, clean utilities, building services, mechanical installations, and associated construction risks. Proven experience managing contractor safety on complex, multi-contractor project sites. Knowledge of permit-to-work systems, LOTO, energization procedures, hot work controls, confined space entry, pressure testing, lifting operations, and commissioning safety. Experience supporting commissioning and qualification activities within regulated or high-compliance environments is highly desirable. Strong knowledge of Dutch and European HSE legislation and industry standards. Experience conducting incident investigations, root cause analyses, and safety audits. Professional HSE certification such as NEBOSH Diploma, HVK, IOSH, CSP, or equivalent. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills. Ability to work effectively with engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations teams in a fast-paced project environment. Fluency in English is required; Dutch language skills are advantageous. Other information   Apply to our vacancy for more information. Looking forward to getting in touch!  

Company: We are partnering with a leading organization in the pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing sector, dedicated to ensuring high standards of quality and compliance within their production processes. Their technical department supports both new production lines and ongoing operations, emphasizing continuous improvement and adherence to regulatory requirements. Job Description: We are looking for an experienced Equipment Validation Engineer / Validation Specialist to join the Technical Support team, with a primary focus on equipment and automation validation. The role combines technical validation activities with quality documentation review, risk management and engineering support. The successful candidate will work independently, manage multiple assignments and provide specialist expertise within a relatively junior team. Responsibilities: •    Execute and support equipment and automation validation activities for existing production equipment.  •    Review and approve validation documentation to ensure GMP, corporate, site and regulatory requirements are met.  •    Provide QA and quality engineering support for validation activities, testing strategies and investigations.  •    Support Quality Risk Management activities, including risk assessments, pFMEA and QRAES.  •    Review and approve technical changes to equipment, parameters and Maintenance & Engineering procedures.  •    Perform quality review of technical change controls and ensure required assessments are complete.  •    Provide guidance to Operations and Technical teams on quality policies, standards and procedures.  •    Support validation-related investigations, Nonconformances, CAPAs and change controls.  •    Ensure validated systems and equipment remain compliant and properly documented.  •    Manage multiple assignments independently and deliver quality objectives according to project requirements.  Requirements: •    Master’s degree in Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Process Technology or equivalent.  •    Minimum 5 years of professional experience in a GMP-regulated environment.  •    Strong experience in Equipment and Automation Validation.  •    Proven knowledge of GMP, equipment validation and automation/IS validation.  •    Experience with Annex 11 and 21 CFR Part 11.  •    Experience with Quality Risk Management tools such as FMEA.  •    Experience reviewing validation and technical documentation from a quality perspective.  •    Experience with Change Control, Nonconformances, CAPAs and quality investigations is preferred.  •    Experience with statistical tools for activities such as sampling plans and hypothesis testing is preferred.  •    Strong analytical, organisational and documentation skills.  •    Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.  •    Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple assignments.  •    Strong risk-based decision-making skills and ability to work effectively with Technical, Engineering, Operations and Quality teams.  Other Information: •    The role is hybrid, requiring at least 3 days per week onsite, ideally within an hour’s commute—relocation candidates are welcome. •    This is a 12-month contract with a strong possibility of extension, seeking long-term commitment. •    Start date is flexible; candidates with a two-month notice period are encouraged to apply. •    The position offers a competitive pay rate, open for discussion based on experience. •    If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.