Junior supply chain manager

As Supply Chain Manager Manager, you are responsible for the end-to-end procurement and supply chain process within Just Russel. You work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to guarantee operational continuity, optimise costs, and safeguard quality.

You play a key role in building a robust and scalable supply chain, from strategic procurement to operational (fulfillment)logistics.

Supply Chain Management

• End-to-end management of the supply chain: planning, sourcing, production coordination, logistics, and distribution

• Optimise inventory management and stock levels to maximise service levels and minimise costs

• Set up and monitor supply chain KPIs (lead time, fill rate, on-time delivery, etc.)

• Proactively identify and address risks in the supply chain

• Collaborate with production, sales, and finance to align demand forecasts and planning

Supplier Management & Quality

• Conduct supplier assessments and continuously monitor performance

• Ensure quality and compliance requirements are met by suppliers

• Initiate improvement programmes for underperforming suppliers

Strategic Procurement

• Develop and implement a procurement strategy aligned with business objectives

• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers; build long-term partnerships

• Negotiate contracts, pricing, delivery terms, and SLAs

• Conduct market studies and benchmarks to realise competitive procurement advantages

• Manage the procurement budget and report on savings and KPIs

Digitalisation & Process Improvement

• Drive continuous improvement projects for our supply chain and fulfillment center (cost reduction, automation, lean, …)

• Contribute to the digitalisation of supply chain processes and ERP optimisation

• Implement tools and dashboards for real-time supply chain visibility

Team

• Act as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders (sales, operations, finance)

• Report to the Operations Lead

Education & Experience

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in supply chain and/or procurement, preferably in an e-commerce environment - consultancy experience is also acceptable

• Proven track record in contract negotiations and supplier management

• Analytical thinking

Technical knowledge

• Knowledge of process improvement methodologies

• Familiarity with fulfilment processes: order processing, picking & packing, last-mile delivery, and returns

• Knowledge of OMS/WMS systems and integrations with e-commerce platforms 

• Experience with fulfilment partners (3PL) or in-house warehouse operations is a plus

Skills & attributes

• Strategic and analytical mindset,  you see the big picture and the details

• Strong negotiation and communication skills

• Result-driven and proactive; you take ownership of your responsibilities

• Team player with a coaching leadership style

• Strong project management skills; able to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously

Languages

• Fluent in Dutch (spoken and written)

• Fluent in English (professional level)

What we offer

• A challenging and strategically responsible role within a growing company

• Competitive salary package with benefits (company car, meal vouchers, hospitalisation insurance, group insurance)

• Flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home (hybrid model)

• Room for own initiative and autonomy in your role

• Training budget and opportunities for growth within the organisation

• A pleasant working environment with a collegial company culture