Associate Supply Chain Import/Export

• Supply Chain
• Netherlands, Breda
• 14 juli 2026
• Fulltime
• mbo-3, mbo-4, mbo, hbo
• V-195383
• €3447.53 - €3629.53 per month, Benefits: Excl. 13th month, travel allowance, working from home allowance, bonus, vacation allowance

The Associate Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) role is part of the Global Distribution organization of an international biopharmaceutical company. The DRP team is responsible for planning and coordinating the global distribution of pharmaceutical products to manufacturing sites, affiliates, Service Provider Sites (SPS), and contract manufacturers across Europe and worldwide.

The team consists of 10 professionals located in Breda (Netherlands) and Portugal, working closely together to ensure reliable and timely product distribution throughout the global supply chain.

Accountabilities

• Ensure reliable and efficient execution of Order-to-Invoice activities for To-the-Market Supply, including import and export shipments.
• Own the end-to-end coordination of international shipments to internal customers (manufacturing sites and affiliates) and external customers (distributors and contract manufacturers).
• Ensure pharmaceutical products are distributed globally in compliance with GMP and GDP requirements.
• Coordinate the complete order fulfilment process, from order receipt through shipment execution and alignment with Finance for invoicing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate international import and export shipments.
• Process supply orders on a daily basis.
• Book, monitor and proactively follow up on transportation activities.
• Prepare and manage import/export documentation, including customs documentation and proforma invoices.
• Coordinate shipments with warehouses, carriers, logistics service providers and manufacturing sites.
• Collaborate closely with Demand Planning, Distribution Centers, Finance and other Supply Chain partners.
• Handle transport issues and customer service inquiries while ensuring timely resolution.
• Coordinate and execute product return processes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including affiliates, distributors and logistics providers.
• Represent the team in cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve supply chain and distribution processes.
• Contribute to KPI reporting and operational performance monitoring.
• Maintain up-to-date GMP/GDP knowledge and complete all required training.
• Review Order-to-Cash processes and recommend operational improvements.
• Support Corporate Planning, Distribution and Quality in executing business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
• Perform other duties as required.

Outputs

• Deliver excellent service to both internal and external customers in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure all customer orders are processed accurately and in line with customer-specific requirements.
• Ensure timely, compliant and efficient execution of global distribution activities.

Qualifications Preferred Requirements

• Experience with import and/or export shipments.
• Experience within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology or FMCG industry.
• Knowledge of GDP and GMP regulations.
• Experience with Customer Service or Order Management processes.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP ECC; experience with SAP S/4HANA is considered an advantage.
• Experience handling logistics-related issues and transportation activities.
• Strong problem-solving and prioritization skills.

Additional Information

• Comprehensive onboarding and training program to support your development in the role.
• Hybrid working model with a preference for 2–3 days per week in the Breda office. Team collaboration days are Tuesday and Thursday. During the onboarding period, additional office presence is expected.
• Preferred working hours are 40 hours per week.
• Salary indication: €3447.53 – €3629.53 Excl. 13th month, travel allowance, working from home allowance, bonus, vacation allowance.
• Start date: As soon as possible.