As a Supply Chain Planner, you are responsible for creating and maintaining optimal planning for our Breda factory, VMI locations and UK warehouse. You ensure product availability, balance service and cost, and collaborate with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to deliver excellent supply chain performance.
What you'll be responsible for: Breda Production Planning
Create and maintain optimal short-, medium-, and long-term production and capacity plan for the Breda factory (Extrusion and FS packing)
Manage material supply plans to support production requirements
Assure aligned and synchronized planning of Bulk Breda and Holten retail packing
Coordinate inbound, outbound and intercompany logistics flows between Breda and cold storage locations
VMI Supply Planning
Ensure OTIF replenishment while optimizing service levels, stock availability and obsolete management
Coordinate production and logistics planning with Albert Heijn and GXO operation
Align packaging plan with the Holten Retail Planner, esp. promotions
Coordinate logistics and planning activities
UK Supply Planning
Ensure OTIF replenishment for Culina UK while maintaining optimal inventory levels
Coordinate production and logistics planning with the Holten planning team and Culina UK
Monitor inventory performance and proactively manage risks and constraints
Stakeholder alignment with Sales UK and demand planning
Coordinate in- and out phasing and promotions
Optimize planning processes in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain performance
Identify process inefficiencies and implement practical solutions
Prepare and develop periodic planning and performance reports
Support OTIF delivery while minimizing obsolescence and waste
What you'll do
Develop and manage production, supply, and replenishment plans
Coordinate supply chain activities across Breda, Holten, VMI, and UK operations
Monitor inventory, service levels, and production performance
Collaborate with logistics providers, manufacturing teams, and commercial stakeholders
Maintain VMI module and planning parameters
Identify risks and opportunities and proactively drive improvement initiatives
Support and back up the wider SC Planning team in Holten
What you'll bring
HBO or WO work and thinking level
3+ years of experience in planning, logistics, customer service or supply chain
Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes
Proven ability to use data and numerical analysis for decision-making and problem-solving
Experience with planning and ERP systems such as Exact and Slim4
Fluent in Dutch and English, both verbally and in writing
Key requirements
Experience with production planning, supply planning, or inventory management
Pro-active attitude and customer focused communication
Ability to balance customer service, inventory, and operational efficiency
Comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Why apply for this role?
Opportunity to play a key role in a complex international supply chain
Ownership of planning activities across production, VMI and UK operations
Exposure to multiple supply chain disciplines and stakeholders
Direct impact on service levels, operational performance and customer satisfaction
Opportunity to contribute to the integration and future growth of The Vegetarian Butcher Collective
Why the Vegetarian Butcher Collective? We are looking for a Supply Chain Planner with at least 3 years of relevant experience in supply chain planning, production planning, inventory management or a related supply chain environment. In this role, you will take ownership of planning activities across our Breda production site, VMI customers and UK operations, working closely with manufacturing, logistics, sales and external partners to ensure excellent service levels and supply chain performance.
What we offer
A competitive salary of
€ 4000 - €5500 gross per month , depending on experience and qualifications..
Holiday allowance and year-end bonus in line with company policy.
Hybrid working opportunities.
Plenty of scope for personal development and career growth.
Application process You can apply until
21 Oktober 2026.
The selection process consists of two interviews.
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Supply Chain Planner werkgever: Werkenbijvivera
De Vegetarian Butcher Collective is een uitstekende werkgever die een stimulerende werkomgeving biedt in Breda, waar teamwork en innovatie centraal staan. Medewerkers profiteren van flexibele hybride werkopties, uitgebreide groeimogelijkheden en een cultuur die diversiteit en duurzaamheid waardeert. Met een focus op persoonlijke ontwikkeling en een sterke betrokkenheid bij de gemeenschap, biedt deze rol niet alleen een kans om impact te maken, maar ook om deel uit te maken van een vooruitstrevend bedrijf dat de toekomst van voeding vormgeeft.
