Planning and Logistics Manager – EMEA

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October 21

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Lakeland Fire + Safety

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Healthcare Insurance • Safety • Manufacturing

Lakeland Fire + Safety is a company dedicated to protecting workers through high-quality personal protective equipment (PPE) and solutions for critical situations. The company offers a wide range of products, including fire suits, chemical suits, cleanroom suits, and high-visibility clothing, catering to industries such as structural firefighting, electric utilities, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. With a strong commitment to safety, Lakeland aims to ensure that teams are equipped with reliable protective gear, reflecting their mission of prioritizing worker safety in hazardous environments.

1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 1982

⚕️ Healthcare Insurance

📋 Description

• Manage demand forecasts in collaboration with sales, operations, and procurement teams. • Lead the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process to align supply with business demand. • Drive production and supply planning processes to ensure optimal stock availability while minimizing storage costs. • Monitor KPI metrics such as forecast accuracy and stock turns. • Manage end-to-end logistics operations including warehousing, distribution, and transport (domestic and international). • Oversee relationships with 3PL providers, freight forwarders, and carriers to ensure cost-effective and timely deliveries. • Ensure compliance with all applicable local and federal transport and trade regulations. • Resolve logistics-related issues such as delays, damages, or supply interruptions. • Lead inventory planning, optimization, and stock control strategies. • Monitor inventory accuracy and implement cycle counts or audits as required. • Collaborate with IT and operations teams to ensure effective use of ERP and logistics system (SAP). • Work cross-functionally with procurement, sales, production, and finance teams to ensure supply chain alignment with broader business goals. • Provide regular reporting to senior management on planning, logistics, and inventory performance.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred) • 5+ years of experience in supply chain planning, logistics, or operations management • Strong knowledge of inventory management, demand planning, and logistics principles • Experience with ERP/WMS systems (SAP) • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis; experience with forecasting tools is a plus • Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills • Experience with international logistics and customs compliance is preferred. • Located in the Netherlands, preferably Venlo or the surrounding area.

🏖️ Benefits

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a desk and/or computer • Willingness to be on call and flexible with changing work schedules based on business needs • Occasional access to warehouse and manufacturing environments, including both climate-controlled and non-climate-controlled areas • Proficiency in using standard office equipment and software (e.g., computer, printer, phone, Microsoft Office Suite)