**Planner Role**
We are seeking a Planner to join our client's team in Shannon, Co. Clare on a six-month fixed-term contract basis.
The successful candidate will report directly to the Operations Manager and possess strong project and time management skills, with a willingness to be flexible and drive change.
Key Responsibilities
1. Create, process, scan, and archive purchase orders
2. Support production and external customer needs with the supply chain team
3. Collaborate with all departments as required to comply with assigned company projects
4. Work with the Lead Planner/Buyer for schedule-related activities in the manufacturing area, including daily and weekly material deliveries
5. Provide daily feedback to customer service regarding customer expedite requests, order status updates, and problem orders on the shop floor
6. Advise on deliveries and plan the scheduling of jobs to the shop floor
7. Deal with vendor and customer contacts via phone and email
8. Liaise with production to obtain answers to expedited items
9. Work with the Lead Planner/Buyer to ensure delivery of KPIs and weekly reports for management
10. Data entry on the ERP system and running work benches
11. Liaise with Production/Engineering to send purchase orders to vendors
Required Skills & Experience
1. Degree in a business-related discipline
2. Proficient in Excel; experience with ERP systems is an advantage
3. Ability to read engineering drawings is an advantage
4. Ability to establish and achieve continuous improvement goals
5. Effective communication skills - written, verbal, and interpersonal
6. Excellent organizational skills
7. Proactive self-starter who can work independently without supervision
8. Ability to prioritize work effectively and manage multiple tasks
9. Positive attitude and motivation for the role
10. Operate to the highest ethical and professional standards with a strong work ethic
This is a six-month fixed-term contract with a competitive salary depending on the candidate's experience and qualifications. The role is based fully onsite in Shannon, Co. Clare, with working hours from Monday to Thursday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM and Friday 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM.