Planning and Digital Manager

Fairphone is more than just a company - we are a global leader in sustainable, modular electronics, on a mission to change the electronics industry from the inside out. Built on strong social and environmental values, we are a diverse and inclusive team from all walks of life creating market consumer electronics that make a real impact. At Fairphone, you will find a supportive and safe space where everyone can be themselves, collaborate openly, and have the freedom to learn and grow - because that’s how we innovate and drive change together!  So… are you a proactive, self-motivated team player who loves taking initiative and bringing positive energy? Do you thrive in a fast-moving start-up or scale-up environment? Are you a great communicator who values collaboration and embraces different perspectives? And most importantly, do you feel a strong connection to Fairphone’s mission and values? If you're nodding along and thinking, “Yes, that’s me!”, then check out our vacancy below!  Please know that we acknowledge that we are living in a time where the use of AI can bring many efficiencies and support. However, we want to know the real YOU. Please try to limit the use of AI tools to generate answers to the application; we value authenticity and encourage you to use your creativity!  • Location: Amsterdam  • Hours: 40 hours per week • Target Start: 01.01.2027 (or earlier as available) • Contract duration: The 1st 12-month employment contract with the possibility of extension to permanent  • Deadline to apply: We review applications on a rolling basis. Please apply as soon as possible. ]]> The essence of the role is to step-up Fairphone Planning and Supply Chain function to be fit for growth and best-in-class in Consumer Electronics on Supply Chain Management. This includes all Supply Chain related activities related to planning, demand management, supply and production plan, inbound and outbound logistics. To be future ready, these activities will need to be set-up with a simple digital infrastructure, with ONE core model servicing multiple teams and business needs (commercials, product, finance, supply chain, impact), with automation capabilities and advanced AI functionality. To be successful in the role, you will need to bring strong experience in Supply Chain Management in FMCG/Consumer Electronics. Digital literacy and knowledge in automation/AI agent development is a must, paired with a drive to deliver on the objectives with a sense of urgency, and the ability to manage stakeholders in a dynamic environment.  ]]> Your Key Responsibilities   • Planning Model : deliver ONE planning model, incl. Minimum Viable Product (MVP) delivery, expanding across categories, timeline, component level planning and time horizon. Include AI layer to analyze internal trends, market insights and outliers.  • Process Automation : Support the wider Ops team to automate Operations processes - map processes, identify activities that can be automate, engage internally/external to develop automation or agents • Inventory : Manage Fairphone inventory, both at a strategic level to free up cash flow and at an operational level to ensure adequate deliveries and financial reconciliation • Outbound deliveries : Secure outbound deliveries, i.e. that products are delivered to customers according to plan • Support  Product Master and EPR data  activities, reporting and compliance Your Key Objectives • Implement a streamlined and highly effective Demand and Supply Planning model for all Fairphone products.  • Digitize Fairphone’s Planning and Supply Chain activities. • Maximize the automation of manual processes across Fairphone Operations. • Manage Fairphone inventory and allocation for outbound deliveries, product master data, and Extended Pr