Supply Chain Manager
The Supply Chain Manager leads the customer service, purchasing, and scheduling functions.
The Employee assigned to this position will be responsible for the integration of supply chain activities leading to optimal customer service, product supply, inventory investment and cost.
Key Responsibilities:
* Direct and coordinate all materials related activities.
* Responsible for providing organization, operation and control of the elements pertaining to the customer supply chain process at our clients facility in Kildare.
* This includes procurement, receipt, storage, scheduling, dispersal and shipment of finished products, parts and services.
Essential Functions:
* Know and follow all of the Company's safety rules, such as safe work practices and standard operating procedures.
* Serve as a good role model to employees for safe work practices and behaviour by conducting yourself professionally, keeping in mind your own safety and the safety of others.
* Learn and master all necessary areas of the quality system.
* Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Leadership Responsibilities:
* Direct the activities of the Supply Chain Department to ensure the timely receipt and scheduling of all material requirements.
* Includes buying, planning, and scheduling activities to ensure that shipments meet customer demands.
* Direct the development, maintenance and accuracy of the master production schedule and the materials requirements plan.
Strategic Thinking:
* Analyze trade-offs and issues impacting production, materials planning, scheduling, customer service and warehouse.
* Develop and implement production and inventory optimization strategies for product promotions, new product introductions and discontinued products.
Communication and Teamwork:
* Manage monthly labour and production metrics as it pertains to customer service, purchasing, warehouse and inventory management.
* Work closely with key suppliers to reduce raw material inventory, delivery lead time, and inbound logistics cost.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Bachelors degree in business with a minimum of 10 years of materials experience and 7 years of demonstrated leadership experience in global procurement, planning and distribution.
* APICS Certification a plus.
* Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems.
The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and leadership skills, with a strong understanding of supply chain management principles and practices. They will also have a proven track record of driving business growth through strategic planning and execution. If you are a motivated and results-driven professional looking to take on a challenging role, please apply today!