Head of Operations Europe – Eindhoven

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Operations to join the team at OPPLE Lighting Europe. The ideal candidate brings a proven ability to bring structure, shape complex supply chain environments, and foster strong cross‑departmental collaboration. This is an exciting opportunity to take a pivotal role in OPPLE’s European operations, ensuring a seamless flow of goods and services while driving operational excellence, efficiency, and innovation.

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for supply chain excellence and a desire to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you. Join OPPLE Lighting Europe and help illuminate the future!

• Meerenakkerweg 1-13, 5652 AR Eindhoven
• Fulltime

OPPLE Lighting is a global leader in innovative lighting solutions, dedicated to providing high‑quality, energy‑efficient products to customers around the world. They are active in over 70 countries worldwide. Whilst being the market leading lighting A‑brand in China, OPPLE is building a successful business in Europe since 2014. They have a rapidly growing team of highly dedicated professionals, located in many countries, all passionate about growing their business in Europe.

At their European headquarters in Eindhoven, they are committed to excellence and continuous improvement, driving the future of lighting technology. OPPLE Lighting is ready to welcome you to their European Management Team!

In this role, you will be accountable for the full end‑to‑end supply chain for OPPLE Lighting Europe, including leading the S&O process (EU teams and China HQ), and overseeing Customer Service and After‑Sales operations. You will manage a 20+ FTE organization and function as a key member supporting the EU leadership team.

Your responsibilities include:

• Ensuring on‑time‑in‑full (OTIF) delivery of all customer orders.
• Managing inventory levels in line with EU targets (DSI, stock value, backorder reduction).
• Controlling all supply chain costs, including logistics, warehousing, transport, staffing, and operational spend.
• Translating company strategy into an actionable supply chain strategy and roadmap.
• Implementing continuous improvement routines across planning, logistics, customer service, and aftersales.
• Overseeing day‑to‑day operations from China factories to EU customer delivery.
• Leading the Sales & Operations Planning (S&O) process for the EU region.
• Managing contracts, performance, and escalations with 3PL partners and subcontractors.
• Driving operational excellence and improving processes, systems, and collaboration across teams.

• Over 10 years’ experience in Supply chain planning
• Strong proficiency with SAP (SD, MM, PI) and demand planning software (Optimact is a plus).
• Advanced MS Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Fluent in Dutch & English; German or Mandarin Chinese is an advantage.

Critical experience

• Leading cross‑regional supply chain teams.
• Implementing S&O processes.
• Managing 3PL relationships and contract negotiations.
• Leading IT and system implementation projects in supply chain environments.
• Experience with tender processes and understanding of GTM processes.

Personal Competencies

• Highly analytical and data driven.
• Excellent communication and conflict‑resolution skills
• Strong leadership, coaching, and collaboration abilities.
• Hands‑on, proactive, and comfortable in high‑pressure environments.

• Opportunity to work with a global leader in lighting solutions.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• An exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on their supply chain structures and processes.
• Salary €120,000–150,000 per year, including holiday allowance. Excluding bonus and a lease car.
• 27 holiday days per year and an 8% holiday allowance.

Set has been asked by OPPLE Lighting to take responsibility for the entire recruitment process for this position and to search for the best‑suited candidates. For more information contact:

Ujendre Ramautarsing
ujendre@setsupplychain.com | +31 625048826

Everyone is welcome to apply. If you don’t meet all the criteria, don’t hesitate to get in touch! A diverse team fosters creativity and inspiration. At Set and OPPLE Lighting, we welcome everyone with equal enthusiasm – regardless of race, skin color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability, or age.