At our site in Eindhoven, we develop and manufacture high-end Transmission Electron Microscopes (TEMs) that enable scientific breakthroughs around the world. Building and testing these advanced systems takes approximately one year, and many of our products are tailored to specific customer needs. At the same time, new technologies and product innovations continuously shape our manufacturing environment.
As Supervisor Operational Planning, you will lead a team of planners who play a critical role in translating production plans into daily execution. You will work closely with Manufacturing, Logistics, Purchasing and Engineering to ensure priorities, materials and capacity are aligned. Together with your team, you will help create a reliable production flow, support on-time delivery and continuously improve planning performance.
What will you do?
Lead, coach and develop a team of operational planners through performance management, talent development and regular feedback, creating an environment where people can grow and succeedSupport daily planning activities to ensure production schedules are realistic, achievable and aligned with business prioritiesPartner with Manufacturing, Purchasing, Tactical Planning, Warehouse, CleanRoomLogistics, Service and Engineering to address planning challenges and maintain smooth production flowMonitor work-in-progress, production progress and schedule adherence, taking action when risks or constraints ariseHelp the team identify solutions for material shortages, capacity constraints and changing customer or business needsTrack and improve key operational performance indicatorsDrive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance planning processes, systems and collaboration across teamsEnsure planning data and system parameters are accurate and maintained to support effective decision-makingBuild a flexible and engaged team that can adapt to changing business priorities and future growthWhat you bring
A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration or a related field, or equivalent experienceExperience leading or coordinating a team within a manufacturing, production planning or supply chain environmentExperience working in a complex operational environment with multiple stakeholders and prioritiesThe ability to analyze information, identify opportunities and support data-driven decision-makingExperience in improving processes and implementing practical solutions to operational challengesExperience with ERP/MRP systems and production planning processes with multi-level BOM structuresExperience in operational planning, production planning or manufacturing operationsYou communicate effectively and build positive relationships across teams and organizational levelsYou take initiative, focus on results and support others in achieving shared goalsYou can prioritize effectively and remain organized in a dynamic environmentYou enjoy collaborating with others to solve challenges and improve processesYou are comfortable making decisions based on available information and business prioritiesYou have a continuous improvement mindset and enjoy finding better ways of workingYou are fluent in English, both written and spoken; Dutch is an advantageWhat we offer
Direct contract with Thermo Fisher Scientific with a competitive salary, 13th month, holiday allowance and annual incentive bonusFlexible working hours to support work-life balanceExcellent career development opportunities within a growing global organizationTraining and learning opportunities through Thermo Fisher UniversityA collaborative and international working environmentStrong team spirit and regular company and team activitiesUp to 40 days off per yearThis is a full-time position (40 hours)We welcome candidates who enjoy working in a diverse, multidisciplinary and innovative technology environment where personal development and teamwork are key to success.
Diversity in our teams helps us create an engaging and effective workplace. Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement are values that guide the way we work and support our mission of enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.