Senior Manager, Supply Chain Planning, Milk and Yoghurt DK - Viby J

 Help shape the future of SC planning at Arla 

 At Arla, we are on an ambitious journey to build a truly end-to-end, globally integrated Supply Chain Planning organisation. We are now looking for a Senior Manager for Supply Chain Planning, Milk and Yoghurt (MY) in Denmark to play a key role in this transformation. 

“This is a unique opportunity to step into a role with real impact - both on performance and on people. You will lead a strong team and work closely with stakeholders across the value chain, while helping shape how planning will evolve in the years to come. We are looking for a leader who is curious, collaborative and motivated by developing both people and processes” says Director of Supply Chain Planning MY.  

How you will make an impact: 

As Senior Manager, you will lead the operational Supply Chain Planning organization for MY DK, while guiding the transformation towards a more integrated, data-driven and customer-centric setup. 

Your key responsibilities will include: 

• Leading and developing a high-performing team with focus on engagement and inclusion 

• Driving the evolution of Supply Chain Planning and embedding new ways of working 

• Ensuring strong performance across the operational planning horizon (0–8 weeks) 

• Building strong collaboration across Production, Logistics, Global Planning and Commercial teams 

• Connecting strategy to execution and ensuring alignment 

• Contributing to the MY SC Planning Leadership Team 

• Leading change in a way that brings people along 

What will make you successful: 

We are seeking a seasoned leader with a strong background in supply chain management and experience in the FMCG industry experience within Europe. Experience in the dairy industry is an advantage. Furthermore, you have; 

• 5-10 years of experience in people management and leading through others. 

• Experience or interest in leading transformational change within a global matrix organization. 

• Strong stakeholder collaboration skills 

On the personal level you bring strong team player qualities, and the combination of your business knowledge and communication skills enables you to influence others to move towards a common goal. You are skilled at developing relationships with the empathy to understand the human elements in a change journey, whilst retaining focus. You are resilient and determined to achieve your objectives but possess the flexibility to listen to push back and work collaboratively to achieve our agreed goals.

What do we offer? 

In this role you will get the opportunity to work with a talented and passionate team in a dynamic and innovative environment. You will have the chance to make a significant impact on the E2E Planning journey and opportunities for professional growth and development. 

At Arla, we value professional development and promote from within.  Our positive and collaborative culture will bring out the best in you. And you will join a market leader who produces nutritious household-favourite brands in a way that make things better for our customers, the farmers who own us, and the whole world. 

Would you like to join us? 

We know that candidates often hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. If you are excited about this role and believe you can contribute, we encourage you to apply. 

If you're ready to lead innovation and shape the industry, seize this exciting opportunity.

Please submit your application as soon as possible. We review candidates on an ongoing basis and will close recruitment once we've found the right person. Interviews will not take place before August due to the holiday period.

If you need more information, feel free to contact Stine Flening, Director Supply Chain Planning MY, at [email protected]. Please note that Stine will be away for weeks 28–31 for holiday.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better, providing people with natural, sustainable nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice they can feel good about. If you are looking to shape the future with an ambitious global cooperative that truly cares about your growth, where everyone feels valued and empowered, and collaboration is the core of culture, Arla is a choice you can feel good about.

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