About the Company

Zetes is a leading supply chain technology company committed to helping customers enhance agility, visibility, and traceability across their entire supply chain. With more than 40 years of expertise, we act as trusted advisors to major supply chain organizations throughout the EMEA region. Our team of more than 1,300 specialists operates from over 30 offices in more than 20 countries, ensuring close support and local service for every customer.

Connecting the physical and digital worlds is part of our DNA. Our packaged solutions, combined with cutting‑edge technologies, empower manufacturers, logistics service providers, and retailers to boost their efficiency, improve responsiveness, and gain real‑time visibility and control over their connected supply chain.

Within this ecosystem, Zetes Goods ID delivers complete turnkey solutions integrating machinery, software, and lifetime services to help our customers achieve operational excellence from end to end.

About the Role

Zetes is strengthening its Identification & Automation department and is opening a position for a Process & Planning Engineer. This transversal role sits at the heart of the value chain, combining process analysis, continuous improvement, and operational planning oversight.

As a Process & Planning Engineer, you ensure the fluidity and efficiency of all processes, from pre‑sales to final delivery. Your responsibilities include:

Analyze & Map

• You develop and maintain a complete Value Stream Map covering all process stages.
• Identify waste, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities across the value stream.

Monitor & Challenge Planning

• You collect, track, and analyze planning deviations (lead times, delays, internal constraints, supplier issues…).
• Categorize deviations based on root cause, impact, and affected teams.
• Ensure daily planning follow‑up, challenging accuracy and reliability, and escalating risks when needed.

Improve & Transform

• You define, lead, and support the implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Build and maintain an improvement portfolio, prioritizing actions based on impact and feasibility.
• Lead Lean initiatives (Kaizen, A3, 5 Why’s, Ishikawa, VSM…).
• Standardize end‑to‑end processes and establish integrated KPIs (lead time, OTD, WIP…).

Coordinate & Engage

• You work transversally with Pre‑Sales, Engineering, Supply Chain, Planning, Production, Logistics, and Installation teams.
• Facilitate workshops, train teams, and support the adoption of new processes.
• Ensure clear and timely communication to Top Management regarding operational performance.

Your Profile

Education & Experience

• You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
• You bring 3–5 years of experience in process improvement, Lean transformation, production planning, or supply chain optimization.
• You have a strong experience with VSM and end‑to‑end process analysis.
• Experience in low‑volume / high‑customization environments is an asset.

Skills & Competencies

• You have a strong analytical mindset and systemic problem‑solving approach.
• You master Lean tools (VSM, 5 Why’s, Ishikawa, A3, FMEA…).
• You can lead cross‑functional teams without direct authority.
• You demonstrate excellent organizational skills and a strong sense of ownership.
• You have clear communication, facilitation skills, and collaborative mindset.
• Advanced English (B2–C1). French or Dutch is a plus.
• Proactive, structured, and committed to continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• Responsibility and autonomy from day one in a challenging work environment and "on-the-job" training as part of a committed team
• A full-time job and perm contract
• We also welcome candidates interested in an interim assignment.
• Work within an enthusiastic team
• Attractive remuneration package in line with your experience and an additional compensation and fringe benefit plan
• Company Car, fuel card, phone, laptop, working tools

Why Join Zetes?

Because you’ll be part of an innovative, technology‑driven company where continuous improvement is a true performance engine. You will have a direct impact on the quality, reliability, and efficiency of our operations, while evolving in a collaborative and stimulating environment.

Equal opportunity statement

We believe that the personality and authenticity of our people sets us apart. We celebrate and invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds and experiences. We are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can thrive, grow and elevate.

For more information about Zetes, visit https://www.zetes.com/en

If you are interested in this challenging opportunity, please send your application letter and cv