Supply Chain Planner
Our client, a global provider of healthcare manufacturing solutions, is seeking a talented Supply Chain Planner to join their team in Waterford on a full-time permanent contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and inventory management.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and maintain the Master Planning Schedule, incorporating equipment, resources, and processes on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis.
* Plan production requirements based on assembly line schedules, inventory levels, customer orders, and forecasts.
* Maintain and continually improve SAP parameters and configurations to optimize supply chain efficiency.
* Oversee and approve the master production schedule throughout the entire production cycle.
* Monitor and promptly address production issues, adjusting schedules as needed in collaboration with stakeholders.
* Support new program executions, develop metrics to enhance forecast accuracy, and drive supply chain effectiveness.
* Establish and implement standards, practices, and policies to ensure accurate inventory records and support Lean-based process improvements.
* Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), safety, and quality programs, undertaking additional responsibilities as needed.
Requirements:
* Relevant degree or qualifications in supply chain management, logistics, and/or planning.
* 3-5 years' experience in planning, preferably within a healthcare/pharmaceutical environment.
* Strong understanding of forecasting techniques.
* Experience with SAP is desirable.
* Able to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
* Target-driven and self-motivated individual with excellent communication skills.