Interim Team Lead Supply Chain & Planning

Interim

Team Lead SAP Supply Chain & Planning

Freelance / Interim

At a glance

Location

Rotterdam, European HQ

Start date

ASAP

Duration

At least 6 months – potential extension

Days

4 to 5 days per week

Reporting to

Direct reports

Head of Core Applications

2 people

Experience

10+ years in SAP application consulting or a comparable role

SAP S/4HANA, SAP SD, LE-TRA, Kinaxis and Transporeon

Why this assignment?

Refresco is looking for an interim Team Lead SAP to provide leadership and continuity across its European Supply Chain and Planning application landscape. This business-critical environment supports processes including demand and supply planning, customer order management, transportation, logistics execution and manufacturing.

You will provide direction to the application team, maintain stable day-to-day operations and drive the delivery of ongoing enhancements and transformation initiatives. Working closely with business stakeholders, internal IT teams and external partners, you will help ensure that priorities are clear and solutions are delivered effectively.

The core assignment

In this project, as our current Team Lead has decided to continue their career elsewhere, we are looking for an interim Team Lead SAP to ensure continuity until a permanent successor is appointed. You will lead the application team, safeguard daily operations and keep ongoing enhancements and transformation initiatives on track.

What you will do

• Lead and support the internal application team and external specialists, setting clear priorities, coordinating resources and fostering ownership, collaboration and effective delivery.

• Act as the primary IT partner for Supply Chain, Planning, Logistics, Manufacturing, Customer Service and Commercial teams, translating business needs into practical technology solutions.

• Own the application and integration landscape across SAP S/4HANA, Kinaxis, Transporeon, yard management, order-intake, customer and warehouse systems, ensuring stability, performance and continuity.

• Guide the delivery of enhancements and transformation projects, reviewing solution designs, functional specifications, testing approaches and implementation plans with internal teams and implementation partners.

• Oversee service delivery, incidents and escalations, and support business adoption through testing, training, cutover, go-live and hypercare activities.

• Identify opportunities to simplify processes, improve standardisation and strengthen the overall performance and maintainability of the application landscape. What you bring

• At least 10 years of relevant experience in SAP application consulting or a comparable role, with strong knowledge of Supply Chain processes.

• Previous experience successfully leading a team

• Hands-on knowledge of SAP Supply Chain solutions, including SAP SD and Logistics Execution, with essential experience in SAP S/4HANA.

• Experience with planning platforms such as Kinaxis, SAP IBP or a comparable solution.

• Experience managing application enhancements, projects, incidents and external implementation or support partners.

• Fluency in written and spoken English. If you are available soon for this interim assignment and interested in leading Refresco’s European Supply Chain and Planning application team, we invite you to apply. Let’s connect.

Note: We are excited to connect directly with potential candidates and will not be using agencies for this role.

What we offer you.

At Refresco, we believe that your work should be rewarding, both professionally and personally. That’s why we offer you:

• Competitive pay with eligibility for an annual bonus
• No personal pension contribution – your pension is fully paid by Refresco
• 28 days of holiday (based on full-time employment) to recharge and enjoy your time off
• Continuous opportunities to develop yourself, with access to tailored courses, interactive e-learnings,
• Free access to OpenUp for you and your family members, supporting mental well-being and personal development
• A modern office nearby the vibrant city of Rotterdam
• Fun and connection through regular events organized by our enthusiastic Fun Committee
• Opportunities for professional development and training to help you grow in your career
• An NS Business Card or commuting allowance, making your journey to the office more convenient
• Memorable moments together, from our weekly shared Thursday lunches to annual events like Wellbeing Week, the Christmas dinner, and our Holding trip.
• A culture shaped by our core values: entrepreneurial, passionate, agile, responsible and excellent.

Recruitment process

Are you interested in this open position, feel free to send your application!

To ensure a fair and thorough selection, an assessment may be conducted as part of the recruitment process.

In case of any questions with regards to the position, you may reach out to Yasimin Harput (Corporate Recruiter Group/HQ)

Phone: 010 440 5100

E-mail: yasimin.harput@refresco.com

Important to know: We are currently unable to offer relocation support for this position. Candidates must be based locally in The Netherlands.