Senior Associate QA, Breda, Noord-Brabant

Over het bedrijf Onze opdrachtgever is een biofarmaceutische organisatie met laboratoriumactiviteiten in Nederland. De organisatie versterkt haar processen rondom chemische veiligheid en compliance, met focus op chemisch voorraadbeheer, opslag en toegankelijke veiligheidsinformatie. Functieomschrijving Als Specialist Chemische Veiligheid & Compliance ondersteun je de Lab Safety Manager bij het verbeteren van chemische inventarisatie, informatiesystemen en opslagcompliance. Je werkt samen met collega's binnen het laboratorium, Safety, Facility, IT en externe partijen om compliance en processen verder te verbeteren. Belangrijkste verantwoordelijkheden Valideren van CMR/ZZS-inventarisgegevens in LabVantage Actualiseren van chemische gegevens en SDS-informatie in ChemWatch Beoordelen van chemische opslag volgens ADR en PGS 15 Verbeteren van compatibiliteit, segregatie, hoeveelheden en etikettering Ondersteunen bij het oplossen van auditbevindingen en corrective actions Verbeteren van toegang tot SDS-informatie bij noodsituaties Opzetten van inspectie- en periodieke opruimprocessen Actualiseren van gecontroleerde documenten, templates en trainingsmateriaal Coördineren van implementatie en zorgen voor een gestructureerde overdracht Vereisten HBO/WO-opleiding in Chemie, Laboratoriumwetenschappen, EHS of een vergelijkbare richting Diploma Arbeidshygiënist of Hogere Veiligheidskundige (HVK) is sterk gewenst Sterke kennis van chemisch voorraadbeheer en CMR/ZZS-stoffen Goede kennis van ADR, PGS 15, chemische compatibiliteit, segregatie en etikettering Ervaring met datavalidatie en complianceverbetering Zelfstandig en proactief kunnen werken Sterke stakeholdermanagement- en communicatieve vaardigheden Vloeiend Nederlands en Engels, mondeling en schriftelijk  

Company A leading global organization dedicated to health and wellness, operating across multiple international markets. The company fosters a dynamic, fast-paced environment where innovation and professionalism are highly valued. Employees have the opportunity to work with some of the world's most renowned brands committed to making a positive impact on global health. Job Description We are seeking a proactive and highly organized Executive Assistant to provide dedicated support to the Vice President of SN Adult. This role is essential in ensuring smooth operations for the leadership team, managing complex schedules, coordinating projects, and acting as a key point of contact both internally and externally. Responsibilities -Manage the Vice President’s calendar, including scheduling meetings, conferences, and travel arrangements. -Handle all aspects of agenda and travel planning, ensuring seamless coordination of internal and external commitments. -Organize and prepare materials for team meetings, business updates, and management sessions. -Oversee purchase orders, vendor relations, and expense reports for the SN Adult team. -Coordinate the team’s holiday planning, organize team events, and arrange lunches, gifts, or flowers as needed. -Support administrative tasks such as expense declarations and general office management. -Act as gatekeeper and ambassador for the Vice President, building strong relationships and managing communication flow. -Support the organization of workshops, symposia, and conferences, often involving multiple stakeholders across different time zones. -Maintain multiple international calendars, often juggling several priorities simultaneously, with discretion and professionalism. Requirements -At least 4 years of relevant experience supporting senior executives. -Strong administrative background with excellent organizational skills. -Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook. -Fluency in English; Dutch language skills are a plus. -Exceptional communication skills and a professional demeanor. -Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment with a proactive attitude. -High sense of ownership, accountability, and discretion. 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 organisation in the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector. They operate in a highly regulated environment and are committed to delivering safe, high-quality products through strong quality standards, continuous improvement, and a culture where compliance and collaboration are key. Job Description We are looking for a Quality & Compliance Specialist to support day-to-day production by ensuring activities are performed in line with GMP requirements and internal quality standards. The role focuses on deviation support, investigations, CAPA follow-up, and strengthening documentation practices across manufacturing and packaging operations. Responsibilities - Support manufacturing and packaging teams with deviations and quality-related questions. - Assess deviations and advise whether production activities should be paused or stopped when needed. - Monitor production processes and identify deviations from established procedures. - Investigate and document deviations and complaints, ensuring clear, compliant records. - Perform and document root cause investigations and drive CAPA actions to closure. - Propose and support improvements to production methods, processes, and product quality. - Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including actions from internal/external audits. - Review and support updates to SOPs, batch manufacturing records, and related documentation. - Ensure quality standards and GMP instructions are implemented and maintained in the production environment. - Support compliance investigations and audit responses where required. - Provide knowledge transfer and deliver training to relevant stakeholders. - Participate in operational and quality meetings with key internal stakeholders. Requirements - Academic working and thinking level (Master’s level or equivalent), preferably in Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. - Experience within the pharmaceutical industry, ideally in or closely supporting a production environment. - Strong knowledge of quality assurance systems and GMP documentation practices. - Experience with deviation management, investigations, root cause analysis, and CAPA. - Strong communication skills with an advisory, stakeholder-focused approach. - Good written and spoken English. - Able to work effectively in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities. - Temporary Full-Time Contract (3 Months Duration) Other Information This position is based on-site in Haarlem, Netherlands. The selected candidate will work closely with a range of internal stakeholders across production, quality, and technical teams and will play a key role in maintaining compliance and driving improvement. 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 large, international consumer goods organisation with well-known brands and a strong supply chain footprint across Europe. They work in a fast-paced environment where collaboration, service excellence, and continuous improvement are key to delivering the right products to customers on time. Job Description  For our client, we are looking for a Customer Operations Specialist who will support the day-to-day processing and follow-up of customer orders within the Benelux market. The role combines hands-on operational order management with analytical follow-up to improve service levels and resolve issues quickly. The specialist will act as a central coordination point between customers and internal teams such as logistics and planning. Responsibilities - Manage customer orders from receipt through delivery, ensuring accuracy and timely processing. - Monitor deliveries and proactively follow up on exceptions such as delays, shortages, or order issues. - Coordinate with internal stakeholders (e.g., logistics, supply planning, and other operational teams) to resolve problems end-to-end. - Act as a key point of contact for customers on operational topics related to orders, service, and logistics. - Analyse operational data and order performance to identify trends and improvement opportunities. - Support continuous improvement initiatives and assist with small operational projects where needed. - Maintain clear documentation and ensure issues are tracked through to resolution. Requirements  - Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience in customer operations, customer service, or order management (internships do not count). - Fluent Dutch and fluent English are mandatory. - Strong coordination and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders. - Proven problem-solving skills and a structured, data-driven way of working. - Comfortable working with operational KPIs and basic analysis. - Experience in FMCG, retail/key accounts, or ERP systems (e.g., SAP) is considered a plus. - Temporary Full-Time Contract (6 Months) and French Plus to have Other Information The role is full-time and follows a hybrid working model with fixed office days. The hiring process is expected to move quickly due to business urgency. If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

The Company A global dairy ingredients manufacturer with more than a century of experience transforming milk and whey into high value nutritional products. The organization operates large scale production facilities and focuses on quality, sustainability, operational excellence, and supply chain innovation. Job description We are looking for a Logistics Specialist / Logistics Team Leader to support logistics operations and continuous improvement initiatives at a major manufacturing site in Borculo. This role combines people leadership, logistics optimization, project management, and operational support. You will lead a small dispatch team, drive process improvements, analyze logistics performance, and contribute to both strategic and day to day logistics activities. Responsibilities • Lead and support a team of 4 dispatch employees • Manage logistics improvement projects using DMAIC methodology • Represent the logistics department during daily operational meetings • Participate in site improvement and operational excellence initiatives • Monitor and report logistics KPIs on a monthly basis • Analyze and resolve complex logistics challenges • Drive improvements in safety, quality, sustainability, service, and cost performance • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across multiple disciplines • Support the execution of short term and long term logistics strategies • Participate in periodic on call duties outside office hours Requirements • Bachelor or Master degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field • Minimum 3 to 5 years of logistics experience within a production or manufacturing environment • Experience leading teams and coordinating operational activities • Strong analytical and problem solving capabilities • Experience managing improvement projects • Knowledge of DMAIC and continuous improvement methodologies • Experience with SAP, EWM, and MES is an advantage • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills • Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach • Ability to operate effectively in a fast paced environment • Fluent Dutch language skills required • Good English communication skills Other Information • Location: Borculo, Netherlands • Working Hours: 38 hours per week • Hybrid Working: Up to 1 day per week from home • Interview Process: Two interviews, first online and second onsite • Freelance candidates are not eligible 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 global pharmaceutical organization specializing in specialty medicines and OTC products. The organization operates GMP-regulated manufacturing facilities and focuses on quality, patient safety, automation, and operational excellence. Role Description As a Quality Specialist, you will support GMP compliance and quality processes within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. You will work closely with Quality, Production, Engineering, and other teams to maintain high quality standards. Responsibilities - Manage and support deviations, CAPA, and change controls. - Support investigations and implement corrective actions. - Review quality and manufacturing documentation. - Support internal and external audits and inspections. - Monitor GMP compliance and quality performance. - Work with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues. - Support continuous improvement and quality initiatives. - Promote a strong GMP and quality culture. Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Chemistry, or a related field. - Experience in QA/QC within a GMP pharmaceutical environment. - Strong knowledge of GMP and quality systems. - Experience with deviations, CAPA, and change control. - Experience supporting audits and investigations. - Strong communication, documentation, and analytical skills. - Structured and detail-oriented approach. - Experience in sterile, oncology, or OTC manufacturing is an advantage. - Dutch proficiency is strongly 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 international organisation operating within a professional and dynamic logistics and manufacturing environment. The organisation has a strong focus on operational excellence, supply chain efficiency, continuous improvement, and the effective use of digital systems to support manufacturing and logistics operations. Role Description As a Senior Supply Chain Planner & SAP Systems Specialist, you will play a key role within the Planning & Logistics team at the Lochem site. You will combine supply chain planning expertise with strong SAP systems knowledge, acting as a key user for SAP, including Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) and Operational Manufacturing Planning (OMP). You will provide functional support to the planning and logistics organisation, help resolve complex operational and system-related issues, and contribute to improvements across planning and logistics processes. Where required, you will also provide backup support to the Planning & Logistics Manager and production schedulers. Responsibilities - Act as the key user for SAP, including Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) and Operational Manufacturing Planning (OMP), with connections to MES systems. - Provide functional support and guidance to planning and logistics teams on complex SAP, EWM, OMP, and MES-related issues. - Support the logistics and planning department with day-to-day operational topics, challenges, and supply chain issues. - Analyse operational and logistics processes and identify opportunities for improvement and increased efficiency. - Actively contribute to the implementation of process improvements and solutions for complex logistics and planning challenges. - Provide backup support to the Planning & Logistics Manager when required. - Provide backup support to production schedulers across the manufacturing site when necessary. - Work closely with planning, logistics, manufacturing, and other internal stakeholders to ensure smooth operational processes. - Support users with SAP and Microsoft Office applications and help improve the effective use of digital planning and logistics tools. - Contribute to a collaborative and continuously improving planning and logistics environment. Requirement - HBO/WO working and thinking level, preferably in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Technical Business Administration, or a related discipline. - Affinity with process manufacturing or the food industry is required; experience within the dairy industry is an advantage. - Extensive knowledge and practical experience with SAP, particularly EWM and OMP. - Experience working with MES or integrated manufacturing planning systems is advantageous. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve complex logistics and operational challenges. - Demonstrated ability to implement process improvements and optimise supply chain processes. - Good knowledge of Microsoft Office. - Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills. - Team-oriented, flexible, and able to remain effective in a dynamic and sometimes stressful operational environment. - Proactive, entrepreneurial, and critical mindset with a strong focus on continuous improvement. Other information Looking for a new opportunity in supply chain planning and logistics systems? Well, it's right here! If you're interested, please click the below button to apply for the job.

Company Our client is a well-established organisation within the process industry, operating a modern production environment with a strong focus on quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. The site has a professional logistics and planning function that supports day-to-day operations while also preparing for upcoming system and process changes. Job Description We are looking for a SAP Planning & Logistics Key User to strengthen the planning and logistics support function at the client’s site in Lochem. In this role, the SAP Planning & Logistics Key User combines strong planning know-how with deep ERP system expertise and acts as a go-to person for complex questions and issues. The focus is on supporting colleagues, improving processes, and ensuring stable operations during a period of high workload and upcoming changes. Responsibilities - Act as key user for the ERP environment, with a strong focus on SAP and warehouse/manufacturing planning processes. - Provide hands-on support to planning and logistics colleagues on complex system and process-related questions. - Troubleshoot issues, analyse root causes, and help implement sustainable improvements. - Support the planning and logistics function with operational topics and challenges as needed. - Serve as back-up for the Planning & Logistics Manager when required. - Step in as back-up for production scheduling activities when needed. - Contribute to preparing, testing, and documenting processes and work instructions in collaboration with the team and site stakeholders. - Communicate clearly with different stakeholders across the organisation and support a structured way of working. Requirements - HBO/WO working and thinking level (e.g., Logistics, (Technical) Business Administration, Supply Chain or similar). - Strong and proven SAP experience at key-user / expert level (able to go beyond executing transactions and understand how processes and transactions work). - Experience with warehouse and manufacturing planning processes; experience with SAP Extended Warehouse Management and planning tools is a strong advantage. - Analytical mindset and able to solve operational/logistics issues in a pragmatic way. - Flexible, stress-resistant, and a team player with strong communication skills. - Comfortable working on-site in Lochem and supporting a production environment. - Good command of both Dutch and English. - Temporary Full-Time Contract (8 Months) Other Information The role is based on-site in Lochem and involves close collaboration with planning, logistics, and site stakeholders. The selection process consists of one interview (online or on-site, depending on availability and preference). If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.

About our client Our client is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and delivering medicines that improve patients’ lives worldwide. Its Breda site plays an important role in the supply and distribution of medicines to markets across the globe. You will work in an international Supply Chain environment where reliable product supply, effective planning and collaboration across teams are essential. About the position For our client in Breda, we are looking for a Supply Chain Manager – Product Planning. In this role, you will be responsible for the supply planning of a portfolio of products and production lines, covering both short-term tactical planning and longer-term strategic planning. You will continuously balance supply, demand, inventory, production capacity and business changes to ensure a stable and efficient supply plan. Working with local production teams and global Supply Chain stakeholders, you will identify risks, assess different scenarios and drive solutions when constraints arise. This is a hands-on planning position suited to an experienced Supply Planner, Product Planner or Supply Chain Planning professional who enjoys ownership, analysis and cross-functional collaboration. Responsibilities Own the tactical and strategic supply planning activities for assigned products and production lines. Manage short-, medium- and long-term supply plans and ensure they remain realistic and achievable. Monitor inventory, production capacity, supply constraints and product requirements. Identify supply risks and opportunities and proactively develop appropriate scenarios and solutions. Collaborate closely with production sites, resource owners and Supply Chain stakeholders to secure product availability. Participate in regular planning and Supply Chain meetings and provide insights and recommendations. Support planning activities related to product launches, phase-outs, variations and other business changes. Analyse deviations and constraints, identify root causes and drive corrective actions. Assess inventory positions against strategic targets while considering cost, cash and scrap exposure. Provide scenario analysis and planning insights to support tactical and strategic decisions. Work with global Supply Chain teams and contribute to longer-term planning strategies. Ensure planning cycles are completed accurately and within the required timelines. Requirements Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or a related discipline. Several years of experience in Supply Planning, Product Planning or end-to-end Supply Chain Planning. Experience within a regulated or complex industry such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medtech, food/beverage or ingredients is preferred. Strong understanding of supply planning, production capacity, inventory and supply constraints. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into practical decisions. Experience working cross-functionally with manufacturing, Supply Chain and other stakeholders. Experience with Lean, Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement is an advantage. Knowledge of SAP and Rapid Response (RR) is preferred. Strong ownership and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving supply issues. Comfortable working in an international environment and communicating with stakeholders at different levels. Strong English communication skills. An end-to-end Supply Chain mindset, combined with a practical and results-oriented approach.  

Company Our client is an international, innovation-driven organization with a strong focus on research and development. The business operates in a regulated environment and works with cross-functional teams across multiple regions to develop, validate, and improve packaging solutions. Collaboration, quality, and consumer safety are central to everything they do. Job Description For our client, we are looking for a Packaging Compliance Specialist to strengthen the packaging food contact compliance capability within an R&D environment. The Packaging Compliance & Specifications Specialist supports global stakeholders by ensuring packaging materials and related documentation meet internal standards and applicable regulations, helping to safeguard product and consumer safety. This role is based in Wageningen and works closely with packaging development, quality, regulatory, procurement, and supplier management teams. Responsibilities - Review, assess, and finalise packaging compliance documentation in line with internal standards and regulatory requirements. - Advise and support project teams and stakeholders on packaging compliance topics during development and change activities. - Respond to packaging and food safety/compliance questions from internal stakeholders and external customers. - Assess packaging materials against relevant compliance requirements (including substances of concern and market-specific rules) and document outcomes clearly. - Maintain and improve global packaging compliance data and documentation, supporting consistent ways of working. - Support compliance checks related to Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) and contribute to PPWR-focused initiatives. - Participate in regular team meetings and contribute to continuous improvement within the compliance function. Requirements - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Material Science, Chemistry, Packaging, Food Science/Technology, or similar). - Several years of relevant experience in food contact materials regulation and packaging compliance. - Strong knowledge of European packaging and food contact legislation; familiarity with PPWR is a plus. - Experience with compliance and risk assessments and managing technical/compliance documentation (e.g., Declarations of Compliance). Comfortable working with multiple stakeholders in an international environment; strong communication skills and fluent English. - Experience with specification management systems (SAP PLM is an advantage). - Proactive, accurate, analytical, and hands-on working style. Other Information If you are interested and want to apply, please submit your application via the apply button below and contact me.