Nancy Van Gelder

Demand Planner

Scherpenheuvel, Flemish Region, Belgium

About

With 27 years of expertise in demand planning, I have developed a strong ability to analyze market trends, optimize inventory management, and enhance forecasting accuracy to drive business success. Throughout my career, I have collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline supply chain processes, reduce costs, and ensure efficient product availability. My experience spans various industries, allowing me to adapt to dynamic market demands and implement strategic planning initiatives. Following a recent corporate restructuring, I am eager to embrace a new challenge where I can leverage my knowledge and skills to contribute to an organization’s growth and operational efficiency. I am looking for a role that values analytical thinking, process optimization, and strategic decision-making. My passion for continuous improvement and my ability to navigate complex planning scenarios make me a valuable asset to any company seeking to enhance their demand planning and supply chain operations.

Experience

  • Ecolab (8 yrs 6 mos)
    • Demand Planner
      Mar 2019 - Present · 7 yrs 4 mos

      Demand planner • Responsible for Demand plan Chemical finished goods for Belgium and Netherlands all divisions, Institutional, Food Retail, Food & Beverage Industry /Agri, Textile Care, Healthcare and Life Sciences • Management & reporting relevant KPIs • Support on managing slow moving / obsolete stocks • Analyse forecasts and communication with sales & marketing Exeption Management by identifying anomalies that negatively impact processes, deviations on the plan

    • Demand Planning Champion Equipment
      Jan 2018 - Mar 2019 · 1 yr 3 mos

      besides Equipment also executing chemical products demand planning, analysis on expetions for S&OP meetings, aligning sales needs (new products &, new customer) to operational execution information, involving operations, supply planning, finance. Focus on abnormal demand to adjust the plan while keeping Supply Planinng informed on changed requirements. Involved with improvement projects, networking ...

  • Logistics Administrator at Ecolab
    2003 - Feb 2009 · 6 yrs 2 mos

    Material data management, Order handling, transport planning for Domestic, Intercompany & Export Ecolab Germany

  • Master Data Administrator at Ecolab
    1998 - 2000 · 2 yrs

    Data management, BOM, Routings, reporting

  • Hostess at Sunsnacks
    Apr 1999 - Oct 1999 · 7 mos

    guiding travellers to correct check in, flight tickets handling, promo