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Supply Chain Specialist (invoice and transportation)

Supply Chain Specialist (invoice and transportation)

LocationBreda, Netherlands
Business SectorBiotechnology
Contact email
Job ref25187
Published1 day ago

We are currently collaborating with a leading biotech company based in Breda to find a Invoice & Supply Chain Specialist to strengthen their global distribution team. This position plays a critical role in ensuring accurate financial tracking and efficient freight invoice processing within a regulated and fast-paced supply chain environment.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in finance or logistics, a keen eye for detail, and a proactive mindset to support both financial operations and process improvements across international supply chain functions.

Key Responsibilities

Invoice & Financial Management

  • Own and manage the complete freight invoice lifecycle, from receipt to approval via SAP workflow

  • Act as the primary point of contact for invoice disputes with freight and logistics service providers

  • Coordinate the annual Purchase Order (PO) process for distribution-related services

  • Maintain and enhance the freight invoice dashboard, supporting clear visibility and decision-making

  • Provide accurate financial data and reporting to support business case development across EU distribution hubs

  • Facilitate the data exchange between internal systems and the external freight auditing company

  • Support financial tracking of distribution budgets and ensure on-time payment of validated invoices

Partner Collaboration & Process Optimization

  • Conduct regular reviews and performance discussions with third-party supply chain partners

  • Collaborate with logistics managers and internal stakeholders to escalate and resolve issues

  • Develop and implement process improvement plans to increase efficiency and reduce errors

  • Maintain agreements and invoice verification processes with external providers

  • Manage orders for distribution-supporting materials at third-party logistics facilities

Key Deliverables

  • Accurate and timely PO generation aligned with the distribution budget

  • On-time invoice approvals and payments

  • Professional and efficient dispute resolution processes

  • Reliable KPI tracking and reporting to support operational transparency

Candidate Profile

Required Skills & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field

  • 0–3 years of relevant experience, ideally in the biotech/pharma industry

  • Proficient in SAP and Business Warehouse (BW) tools

  • Advanced skills in MS Excel and a strong analytical mindset

  • Familiarity with the financial closing cycle

  • Excellent written and spoken English communication

  • Able to work independently, prioritize tasks, and thrive under pressure

  • Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills

  • Detail-oriented with a proactive, problem-solving approach

Preferred Qualifications

  • Basic knowledge of GMP/GDP guidelines

  • Exposure to Operational Excellence tools (e.g., Six Sigma, FMEA)

  • Experience drafting or maintaining Service Level Agreements (SLAs)

  • Technical writing or documentation skills

Competencies

  • Self-starter with a proactive mindset

  • Results-focused and accountable

  • Strong communicator with stakeholder management skills

  • Analytical and process-driven

  • Collaborative and relationship-oriented

Additional Information 

  • Participation in global conference calls, occasionally outside standard working hours

  • This is a full-time hybrid position based in Breda, Netherland
  • You’ll be working in collaboration with a supportive international supply chain and finance team within a regulated industry


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Hybrid/ Flexible way or working 
1 year contract with extension possibility
English fluency