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Whether you are a life sciences organisation looking to strengthen your project and consultancy capabilities or a specialist seeking new opportunities, SIRE Life Sciences provides the expertise, data, and network to make success inevitable. We connect specialist life sciences consultants with projects that drive discovery, production, and healthcare innovation across the Netherlands. that drive discovery, production, and healthcare innovation across the Netherlands. Join the companies and professionals shaping the future of biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and medical innovation. Empowering Life Sciences through People, Projects, and Performance.

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Food

Budgeting & Forecasting Lead

📍 Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

⚙️ Ref: 59211

The Company A large international organization operating across manufacturing and consumer focused markets, with complex factory operations and cross functional business transformation programs. The organization places strong emphasis on financial control, investment planning, operational performance, compliance, and effective collaboration between its factories and shared services. About the Role The Budgeting & Forecasting Lead will lead financial planning and analysis activities supporting factory operations and complex business transformation initiatives. The position will manage forecasting, budgeting, financial modelling, investment evaluation, risk analysis, and management reporting. A major focus is providing senior stakeholders with accurate financial insights while ensuring factories maintain synchronized reporting and projects remain aligned with budgets, savings targets, and delivery schedules. Responsibilities – Lead forecasting, budgeting, financial planning, and financial modelling activities – Monitor financial performance against budgets and business case targets – Perform variance analysis and recommend corrective actions – Provide accurate financial information and insights to senior management – Evaluate capital investments across multiple factories – Perform sensitivity analysis and identify financial risks and mitigation measures – Develop financial reports covering transformation activities, factory performance, and project progress…

Food

Supply Planner

📍 Breda, Noord-Brabant

⚙️ Ref: 59054

Over het bedrijf Onze opdrachtgever is een internationaal productiebedrijf met een sterke focus op efficiënte productie, supply chain performance en klanttevredenheid. Je komt terecht in een centraal planningsteam dat meerdere productielocaties ondersteunt. Functieomschrijving Als Supply Planner ben je verantwoordelijk voor de wekelijkse supply planning van 3–5 productielocaties. Je vertaalt de vraag naar realistische productieplannen en bewaakt daarbij de balans tussen klanttevredenheid, productiecapaciteit en efficiënte voorraadniveaus. Belangrijkste verantwoordelijkheden Verantwoordelijk voor de wekelijkse supply planning van 3–5 productielocaties. Vertalen van de vraag naar productieplannen en wekelijkse planningsbuckets. Evalueren van gerealiseerde productie en aanpassen van toekomstige plannen. Plannen op korte en middellange termijn, van komende weken tot één jaar vooruit. Samenwerken met productielocaties en planningsaannames kritisch beoordelen. Balanceren van klanttevredenheid en efficiënte productie. Signaleren van planningsrisico’s, capaciteitsproblemen en supply constraints. Bijdragen aan continue verbetering binnen de centrale planning. Vereisten HBO-opleiding in Supply Chain, Logistiek, Bedrijfskunde of vergelijkbaar. 1–5 jaar relevante ervaring binnen supply chain of planning. Sterke analytische vaardigheden en goede kennis van Excel. Ervaring met Slim4/SlimStock is een pré. Ervaring met supply-, productie- of demand planning. Ervaring met zowel korte als middellange…

Pharmaceuticals

Quality Engineer

📍 Leiden, Zuid-Holland

⚙️ Ref: 59212

About the Company An international life sciences organization operating in a regulated manufacturing environment, focused on delivering high-quality pharmaceutical products through robust quality systems and continuous improvement. Role Description As Quality Engineer, you will lead quality investigations and manage deviations, non-conformances, CAPAs and change controls within manufacturing operations. You will work closely with Operations, Engineering, MSAT and QA to identify root causes, maintain GMP compliance and drive effective corrective actions across upstream and downstream processing. Key Responsibilities Lead deviation and non-conformance investigations from initiation to closure Manage CAPAs and change controls, ensuring timely and compliant completion Perform root cause analysis, including Fishbone Analysis Review and maintain quality records, procedures and technical documentation Coordinate with Operations, Engineering, MSAT and QA Identify risks and implement corrective actions and quality improvements Support GMP compliance through production floor observations and GEMBA walks Escalate quality risks and communicate investigation findings to stakeholders Requirements Experience with QMS, deviations, non-conformances, CAPAs and change control Understanding of manufacturing operations, ideally USP and/or DSP Strong technical writing and documentation skills Experience with root cause analysis and investigation management Experience…

Food

Operations Business Controller

📍 Haarlem, Noord-Holland

⚙️ Ref: 59210

The company Our client is a leading international organisation with a strong focus on operational excellence, financial performance, and continuous improvement across its business operations.   Role Description As an Operations Business Controller, you will play a key role in supporting financial planning, performance management, and strategic decision-making across operational and factory environments. You will provide financial insights, monitor business performance, evaluate investments, and work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to drive efficiency, cost control, and sustainable business results.   Responsibilities – Lead financial planning activities, including budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and performance tracking. – Monitor financial performance against budgets and business case targets, providing variance analysis and recommending corrective actions. – Evaluate capital investments across factories, assessing financial viability, risks, and potential returns. – Analyse financial risks and sensitivities to support operational and strategic decision-making. – Prepare accurate financial reports, management updates, and performance insights for senior stakeholders. – Coordinate factory reporting activities and ensure consistent, reliable financial information through relevant reporting systems. – Work closely with Operations, Supply Chain, IT, HR, and shared service teams to support business initiatives…

Pharmaceuticals

Quality Investigation Specialist

📍 Leiden, Zuid-Holland

⚙️ Ref: 59206

Company: A leading organization in the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector, committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance. The company values innovation, teamwork, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement. Job description: We are looking for Quality Engineers to support Upstream Processing (USP) and Downstream Processing (DSP) operations within a pharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing environment. In this role, you will work closely with Operations, Engineering, MSAT, and QA to manage quality issues, ensure compliance, and support continuous improvement. Both junior and senior candidates are welcome. Key Responsibilities Manage deviations and non-conformances. Support and manage CAPAs (Corrective and Preventive Actions). Handle change control processes. Perform root cause analysis, including Fishbone Analysis. Prepare and review technical quality documentation. Maintain quality processes within the Quality Management System (QMS). Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, MSAT, and QA. Support manufacturing quality and compliance activities. Requirements: Relevant BSc or MSc in a scientific or technical discipline. Hands-on experience with QMS, deviations, CAPAs, non-conformances, and change control. Basic understanding of manufacturing operations, ideally USP and/or DSP. Strong technical writing and documentation skills. Excellent English communication skills. Strong…

Chemicals

Projectmanager HSE

📍 Velsen-Noord, Noord-Holland

⚙️ Ref: 59209

Over het bedrijf Een toonaangevende industriële organisatie die werkt aan de verdere ontwikkeling en implementatie van haar HSE-strategie (Health, Safety & Environment). Functieomschrijving Als Projectmanager HSE leid je complexe, multidisciplinaire projecten van strategie tot implementatie en borging. Je vertaalt strategische doelstellingen, risico’s en wettelijke verplichtingen naar concrete projectplannen en werkt samen met HSE-specialisten, werkeenheden, management en externe partijen om duurzame resultaten te realiseren. Belangrijkste verantwoordelijkheden Leiden van complexe HSE-projecten van start tot implementatie en borging Vertalen van strategische doelen en wettelijke verplichtingen naar projectplannen en businesscases Bewaken van scope, planning, budget, kwaliteit, risico’s en resultaten Organiseren van projectgovernance en besluitvorming met management en stuurgroepen Aansturen van multidisciplinaire projectteams en verduidelijken van verantwoordelijkheden Verbinden van HSE-specialisten, werkeenheden, stafafdelingen en externe partijen Rapporteren over voortgang, risico’s, afwijkingen en benodigde besluiten Zorgen voor een goede overdracht en duurzame implementatie binnen de organisatie Vereisten Ruime ervaring met project- of programmamanagement in een complexe technische of industriële omgeving Ervaring met transformatie, verandermanagement en risicobeheersing Sterk in strategische projectsturing, stakeholdermanagement en bestuurlijke besluitvorming Overtuigende communicatieve vaardigheden in Nederlands en Engels VCA-VOL-certificaat Een relevante project- of programmamanagementcertificering…

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SIRE® Life Sciences is a leading partner in project management, consultancy and secondment services for the Life Sciences industry in the Netherlands. With a proven track record of excellence, we provide strategic workforce and project solutions that empower Life Sciences organizations across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, clinical research, medical devices, and the food industry to achieve operational success and sustainable growth.

Our team of Life Sciences specialists combines scientific expertise with business insight to deliver customized project management, consultancy, and secondment services that align with the highest standards of quality and compliance. We support Life Sciences clients through every phase of the product lifecycle; from research and development (R&D) to clinical trials, manufacturing, and commercialization.

As the leading Life Sciences consultancy in the Netherlands, we have a strong network of exceptional consultants in areas such as biotech engineering, clinical operations, regulatory affairs, pharmacovigilance, manufacturing, quality assurance and medical affairs. Our consultants and project managers bring deep industry knowledge and a results-driven mindset, ensuring each project is delivered on time, within scope, and in full compliance with international standards.

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