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About Perfetti Van Melle
At Perfetti Van Melle we’re all about creating sweeter moments for all! We are the world’s second-largest Sugar Confectionery company – an Italian family-owned business formed over 120 years ago.
Today, with more than 18,000 colleagues, 38 operating companies, and products enjoyed in over 150 countries, we continue to grow and innovate to shape the future of sweets.
Our colleagues in the P&D CoE Co-Pack Planning team are eager to team up with you to make sure everyone can enjoy our delicious freshmakers and sweets every single day.
Where we need you
Job Title: Co-Pack Supply Planner
Department: P&D CoE – Co-Packing
Dedication: Full time
Contract: Temporary – 6 months (maternity replacement)
Location: Spain (Can Serra) Hybrid CoE setup
Reporting to: Category Manager
Where we need you:
As our new Co-Pack Supply Planner, you will be responsible for optimizing production and capacity planning for co-packed products across Europe, with a mid- to long-term planning horizon.
You act as the single point of contact co-packers, managing the portfolio and exceptions related to capacity, materials, and external manufacturing constraints.
In this role, you are the critical interface between internal co-packing supply teams and external co-packers, ensuring timely product availability while balancing cost, service level, and inventory targets.
Your core responsibilities at a glance:
1. Develop and manage the Master Production Schedule (MPS) for finished goods within assigned co-pack categories
2. Create and maintain the Rough-Cut Capacity Plan (RCCP), identifying bottlenecks, risks, and mitigation actions
3. Coordinate closely with external co-packers to align production schedules, capacity, and service levels
4. Manage material availability and order fulfilment processes related to co-packing activities
5. Monitor supply risks, capacity constraints, and disruptions, escalating where necessary
6. Implement S&OP decisions and ensure effective execution through collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
7. Support new product launches and promotional activities involving co-packers
8. Ensure data accuracy and timely updates in SAP and planning tools
9. Track and report KPIs such as CFR, delivery performance, SLOB and unallocated stock levels
The ingredients of Perfetti Van Melle – is this your flavor?
We are Taste Makers in Candy!
As the third-largest confectionery company in the world – and the second in Europe – we’re on a journey to become the best in making candy. And we need great colleagues to make that happen.
What makes us unique:
10. Empowering – Growth and development opportunities tailored to you
11. Fun – A family-like culture, team events, and yes… a candy factory!
12. Innovation – Active engagement in topics like health, sustainability, and food safety
13. Dynamic – With operations in 30+ countries and exciting new acquisitions, we’re constantly evolving
The ideal recipe for our new Co-Pack Supply Planner:
Required:
14. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in Supply Chain, Business, Industrial Engineering, or related field
15. 3–5 years of experience in supply planning, with strong exposure to MPS and RCCP processes
16. Solid knowledge of co-packing or external manufacturing models
17. Proficiency in English and Spanish
18. Advanced SAP skills
19. Experience with supply chain planning tools
20. Strong understanding of:
21. MPS & RCCP
22. DRP & Inventory Planning
23. Material Planning
24. S&OP / IBP principles
Preferred:
25. Background in a Shared Service Center, Center of Excellence, or process-driven environment
26. Basic Power BI knowledge
27. Experience implementing capacity planning or scheduling tools
We offer:
28. A hybrid working environment within our European Center of Excellence
29. A key role with European scope and high exposure to external manufacturing partners
30. The opportunity to make a tangible impact on co-pack supply planning and co-packing performance
31. A collaborative culture that values innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement
32. Professional growth through cross-functional and international collaboration
At Perfetti Van Melle, we believe the strength of our team lies in diversity. We create a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to grow.
Ready to shape the future of sweets?
Apply now and help us create even more sweet moments!