Supply & Demand Planning Manager - FMCG
A highly successful Irish company in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector is experiencing rapid international growth.
ROLE:
This role involves collaborating with various teams, including demand (sales and marketing), finance, and new product development (NPD)/innovation.
Key responsibilities include:
Improving Forecast Accuracy
The successful candidate will optimize and implement planning tools and processes as part of the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) internal process to improve forecast accuracy within the Procurement & Supply Chain department.
Profitable Sourcing and Procurement
The candidate will be responsible for sourcing and procuring all delivered products and office needs in line with supply chain timelines and requirements.
Maintaining Optimal Inventory Levels
The ideal candidate will maintain optimal inventory levels in distribution centers and with commercial partners both domestically and internationally.
REQUIREMENTS:
To succeed in this role, candidates should have:
* Previous experience in a demand/supply planning role within a fast-paced FMCG environment.
* Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
* Collaborative mindset, interfacing with multiple internal and external stakeholders, developing good working relationships with suppliers, store operations, distribution center personnel, and company office staff.
* Ability to meet or exceed inventory turn goals and service levels.
* Knowledge of procurement, logistics, and inventory management practices.
* Detailed planning and organizing skills.
* International supplier and vendor management processes and continuous improvement.
This is a hybrid model position, requiring 4 days in the office in North Dublin. Candidates must be based in Ireland with a valid EU work permit.