Supply Planning Specialist

Supply Planning Specialist

Nikon Europe B.V.

Amstelveen, the Netherlands

Welcome to Nikon Europe BV, a leading company in the world of photography, microscopy and optics. We are all about innovation, creativity and quality. At Nikon you will be surrounded by talented and passionate colleagues. We offer an inspiring environment where your ideas and input are valued.

Nikon Europe BV is responsible for coordinating the marketing and sales activities of Nikon Imaging products in Europe. Within the Commercial Strategy department of Nikon Imaging we are looking to recruit a Supply Planning Specialist.

In this position you will be responsible for the European supply planning, procurement, stock management and sales operation activities and you shall report to the Manager Supply Planning, Commercial Strategy.  The primary responsibility is to support sales and budget achievement of the EU sales organizations. You will also work in close contact with Nikon Corporations (NC), the European product marketing team, Nikon European distribution center, suppliers and printing companies.

Main Responsibilities:

Supply Planning and Inventory Management

• Develop and implement sales, procurement, and allocation plans for Europe.
• Monitor product availability and coordinate delivery schedules with Nikon Corporation (Tokyo) and the logistics team.
• Communicate with European sales organizations.
• Manage inventory, generate reports, and coordinate stock control and replenishment.

• Support the development of annual and mid-term sales budgets from a supply planning perspective.

Sales Administration and operations

• Coordinate warehouse activities related to kitting, labeling, and packing instructions.
• Oversee the European internal sales and loan order processes.

Procurement printed materials and 3rd party accessories

• Determine the design concept, perform agency briefing, monitor sample production
• Coordinate logistics process, goods delivery and receipt at the warehouse
• Monitor and supervise logistics
• Perform branding fee reporting and green procurement control processes

Who are you?

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Business Management, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Over 5 years of professional experience in a commercial role (sales, sales administration, planning, procurement) or in a supply chain function, preferably within a multinational organization and/or Pan-European headquarters.
• Understanding of logistics, procurement, planning, and administrative processes.
• Experience in vendor and contract management.
• Proficient in English, both verbal and written; additional languages are desirable.
• Strong analytical skills, ability to work with, analyze and evaluate data.
• Self-motivated, eager to learn, and a Genki mindset.
• Proficient in Excel, Power BI, and SAP.
• Strong attention to detail and well organized.
• Capable of defining, planning, and working according to priorities and deadlines.

What do we offer you?

• A challenging role within a growing company
• An informal work environment with room for own initiatives
• Opportunities for personal development and training

We are looking for a pleasant and decisive colleague, and of course, a good salary is part of the package. An excellent pension scheme is a standard component of the employment conditions. We have a nice and informal work atmosphere, and you will be working in a modern location. In short, we offer a good package of additional benefits that we would be happy to inform you about.

How to apply?

Are you the right person for this role? Apply today and contribute to our growing business! You can send your CV and short motivation letter to Maud te Slaa, HR Business Partner. If we think you are a good fit for the above position, we will contact you for an introductory interview with our recruitment team.