Requirements Planner
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Job Location:
Almelo - Netherlands
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
For more than 50 years Cannondale has been a leading innovator in the cycling world. As more riders of all ages and abilities get on the roads trails and streets than ever before were here to do the best work of our lives to push the greatest human-powered machine into the future each and every day. Were committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where every teammate can succeed as we inspire riders everywhere. Fueled by a free-thinking always-game got-your-back mentality we ditched the rulebook and set forward on a path to make iconic bikes that simply work better. We look forward to the ride with you.
About the Role:
Come Ride With us as our Requirements Planner at our Almelo assembly factory. Reporting into the Supply Planning manager the Requirements Planner turns approved demand forecasts into a clear reliable supply plan for the factory and selected external this role you manage a rolling MPS/MRP plan that supports ontime delivery keeps demand and supply in balance and helps maintain healthy inventory levels for finished goods and service parts. You work closely with procurement suppliers the factory engineering quality logistics product development and sales to keep execution steady and performance strong.
Note: This is not a remote position.This role is based at the Cannondale Almelo location.
How Youll Make an Impact:
- Build and maintain rolling production schedules that align with demand delivery needs inventory targets and factory capacity
- Translate schedules into material requirements manage MRP exceptions and ensure timely PO releases
- Adjust plans when demand shifts or when delays engineering changes quality issues or material constraints come up
- Monitor inventory levels for finished goods and service parts flag risks early and help drive mitigation plans
- Work closely with procurement suppliers and thirdparty assemblers to keep materials available and information accurate
- Support new product launches by integrating NPI needs into the production and material plan and tracking rampup readiness
- Oversee planning for marketing samples and pilot builds
- Prepare clear reporting on inventory production status and planning KPIs highlighting risks and opportunities
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts across planning manufacturing and supply chain
- Keep internal teams aligned with timely updates on supply materials and delivery expectations
- Meet regularly with key suppliers to review forecasts constraints and action plans
What You Bring to the Table:
- Bachelors degree in Production Management Industrial Engineering Supply Chain Management or a related field
- 25 years of experience in requirement planning production scheduling inventory management manufacturing or a similar supply chain role
- Experience with supply planning MRP and scheduling tools (SAP preferred)
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively across teams and cultures
- Solid analytical and problemsolving working collaboratively in a fastpaced environment
- Organized detailoriented and able to balance both detail work and broader priorities
- Fluency in Dutch and English written and spoken
- Experience in the bike industry or a passion for cycling/outdoor sports is a plus
Some of our Great Benefits:
- Hybrid work environment
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Great discounts on company products
- Employee Wellness Program Pon Fit
- A mix of casual yet professional culture
- Discount additional health insurance package
- Onsite gym
- Travel reimbursement
- Collective Labour Agreement Metalektro
- Pension plan
Want a closer look into what its like to Come Ride With Us Explore more of Cannondale onInstagramandLinkedIn.
About the organization
As a proud member of the Pon Holdings family Cannondale benefits from the strong foundation and extensive network of one of the Netherlands largest family-owned businesses as well as the largest bike portfolio in the world: including brands like Gazelle Santa Cruz Cervélo Kalkhoff Focus Urban Arrow Veloretti and Swapfiets. Being a part of Cannondale means being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization backed by the strength and stability of Pon Holdings.
Dont meet every single requirement Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Cannondale we value a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description regardless of your gender or race we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Our DEI Mission Statement: At Cannondale we are on a mission to ensure all members of the cycling community feel that they belong. Our commitment to celebrating individuality and differences extends beyond our diverse line up of bikes to our workplace culture where we recognize and embrace the strengths and viewpoints of each team member regardless of their background or identity. We are thankful for the feedback and perspectives that challenge us to create more inclusivity in this space and hold us accountable to making meaningful progress.
WE ARE A CYCLE FRIENDLY EMPLOYER
The cycle-friendly employer certification scheme was developed to establish a European standard for cycle friendly companies. The certification is intended to help European companies to improve the situation for employees that cycle to work. As an acknowledgement for our effort we received the certificate cycle-friendly employer.
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Widely regarded as the bike industry's leading innovator of game-changing technologies, Cannondale and its handcrafted bicycles continue to innovate across mountain, road, and electric bikes.
