We are seeking a results-driven Supply Chain Project Specialist with strong grounding in supply chain planning to lead and execute strategic SCM initiatives. You will act as the bridge between planning operations and project execution, leveraging deep planner knowledge to drive impactful projects across forecasting, allocation, supply planning, and system/process improvements.
In this role, you will translate operational planning challenges into structured projects, ensuring successful delivery while enhancing overall supply chain performance and resilience.
What you will do
Project Leadership & Execution
Lead Strategic SCM Projects: Manage end-to-end supply chain projects, including planning transformation, process optimization, and system enhancements.
Structured Delivery: Define project scope, milestones, resources, and timelines using standard project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile, Waterfall).
Execution Excellence: Drive project implementation, ensuring alignment with business goals, timelines, and quality expectations.
Planning Expertise & Business Translation
Leverage Planning Knowledge: Apply expertise in demand/supply planning, allocation, and S&OP to identify improvement opportunities and project initiatives.
Translate Business Needs: Convert complex planning and operational challenges into clear project requirements and actionable solutions.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Stakeholder Management: Act as the key interface between SCM, operations, IT, and business teams, ensuring alignment and clear communication.
Orchestration: Coordinate cross-functional teams to drive consensus on priorities, timelines, and deliverables.
Change Management: Drive adoption of new processes, tools, and ways of working across the organization.
Systems & Process Improvement
System Enablement: Partner with IT and system experts to enhance supply chain tools (e.g., SAP, planning systems, reporting platforms).
Process Optimization: Identify inefficiencies in planning processes and lead initiatives to standardize and improve workflows.
What you will need
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Planning (Demand/Supply/Allocation) combined with project management experience.
Understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes, preferably in semiconductor industries.
Strong knowledge of S&OP, demand planning, supply planning, and allocation processes.
Hands-on experience with planning systems (e.g., o9, Kinaxis, Blue Yonder, or similar).
Proven track record of leading cross-functional supply chain projects or transformation initiatives.
Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate data into insights and actions.
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D&I Statement
As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested.
In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women's groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Planning (Demand/Supply/Allocation) combined with project management experience
- Understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes
- Experience in semiconductor industry
- Strong knowledge of S&OP, demand planning, supply planning, and allocation processes
- Hands-on experience with planning systems (o9, Kinaxis, Blue Yonder, SAP, or similar)
- Proven track record of leading cross-functional supply chain projects or transformation initiatives
- Strong analytical capability with ability to translate data into insights and actions
- Experience with standard project management methodologies (PRINCE2, Agile, Waterfall)
What We Do
Headquartered in the Netherlands, Nexperia is a global semiconductor company with a rich European history and over 15,000 employees across Europe, Asia, and the United States. As a leading expert in the development and production of essential semiconductors, Nexperia’s components enable the basic functionality of virtually every electronic design in the world – from automotive and industrial to mobile and consumer applications. The company serves a global customer base, shipping more than 100 billion products annually. These products are recognized as benchmarks in efficiency – in process, size, power and performance. Nexperia's commitment to innovation, efficiency, sustainability, and stringent industry requirements are evident in its extensive IP portfolio, its expanding product range and its certification to IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards. For questions or more information about our career opportunities: [email protected] Connect with us today and become a part of TeamNexperia! Nexperia - Efficiency Wins.
