Metal Supply Analyst

Company

Aluminium Duffel is the European leader in the production and sale of aluminum rolled products for various industries worldwide . To this end, we work with state-of-the-art technology , including the largest cold rolling mill for the automotive industry in Europe. Almost everything we produce in Duffel is tailored to our customers' requirements.

The Duffel site was established in 1946 , when Lucien Féron started an aluminum production company called SIDAL (Société Industrielle de l’Aluminium). Today, approximately 1,000 people work in Duffel and we produce 200,000 tons of high-value aluminum rolled products annually .

Aluminum Duffel works daily to foster a culture of engaged employees who take responsibility with a strong focus on our customers. We are very enthusiastic about solving our customers' complex problems , such as achieving better fuel efficiency and lower emissions by working on ‘lightweight’ vehicles with our aluminum.

Function

As a Metal Supply Analyst, it is your responsibility to analyze metal supply data and turn it into a supply proposal.

You support both the commercial and operational teams by analyzing data, performing simulations, providing planning insights, and optimizing processes.

In this role, you combine strong numerical skills with precise follow‑up and efficient administration. You play a key role in structuring, monitoring, and improving all processes related to metal supply and planning.

Your key responsibilities

Analytical & data‑driven responsibilities

• Manage, optimize, and monitor the slab supply database, ensuring high data quality and consistency.
• Execute and enhance slab supply simulations, including scenario analyses for capacity, risks, and planning.
• Monitor on‑time metal supply performance, identify trends and deviations, and propose improvements.
• Develop, automate, and refine analytical reports for commercial and operational stakeholders.
• Support the stocking strategy through quantitative analysis, forecasting models, and risk assessments.
• Support metal demand planning through forecasting, simulations, and interpretation of planning parameters.

Operational & administrative responsibilities

• Prepare reports to support month-end closing, including cashflow forecasting and margin calculations.
• Perform general reporting and quality‑related administrative tasks.
• Act as a backup for the following tasks:
  • Prepare, manage, and follow up supplier and customer contracts.
  • Register contracts and process purchase orders in SAP.
  • Plan deliveries and pick-ups and monitor internal and external stock levels.
  • Check invoices and ensure correct administrative processing.

Profile

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience, preferably in a quantitative field (mathematics, physics, engineering, economics...).
• Strong interest in data analysis, simulation models, and programming logic.
• Experience with Monte Carlo simulations is a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills; SAP knowledge is an advantage.
• You work in a structured and accurate manner and have strong analytical skills.
• You communicate clearly and can explain complex analyses in an understandable way.
• You are proactive, independent, and solution‑oriented.
• You perform well in a dynamic environment.
• Good knowledge of Dutch and English; German is a plus

Offer

• A competitive salary package with attractive fringe benefits:
  • Group and hospitalisation insurance
  • Meal vouchers (€8/day)
  • Cafeteria plan
• 44 vacation days
• An analytically challenging day‑shift role in an innovative and technological production environment
• Training opportunities and room for professional development, especially in data analytics and supply processes
• A team of motivated colleagues focused on collaboration and continuous improvement

Languages

• Good knowledge of Dutch and English; German is a plus