Exciting opportunity for strategic senior leader to join international organization as a Director of Supply Chain Operations.
This pivotal role oversees end-to-end supply chain activities including planning logistics vendor management and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping operational strategy leading talented team and driving alignment between global and regional business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and develop high-performing teams across Supply Planning and Order Management.
* Design and implement operations and supply chain strategies that enhance efficiency scalability and quality.
* Oversee demand and supply planning using Anaplan or similar tools and manage system integration with Microsoft Great Plains.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales Finance Product and Marketing teams to drive data-led forecasting and decision-making.
* Manage supplier relationships 3PL partners and logistics operations across EMEA.
* Ensure compliance with Irish EU and international trade customs and environmental regulations.
* Lead process improvement initiatives and digital transformation projects to streamline order management invoicing and reporting.
* Define monitor and report key operational KPIs including on-time delivery service levels cost efficiency and lead-time reduction.
* Champion a culture of accountability continuous improvement and operational excellence.
About You:
Results-driven leader with strategic mindset and hands-on approach. Excellent at building empowering teams improving processes and driving performance in fast-paced international environments.
Experience & Skills:
* Degree in Supply Chain Business Logistics Engineering or related discipline.
* Minimum 5 years experience in senior supply chain logistics or operations management roles.
* Strong knowledge of supply chain principles S&OP processes and demand planning methodologies.
* Hands-on experience with Anaplan or similar planning platforms and Microsoft Great Plains.
* Excellent leadership analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Deep understanding of international trade customs and regulatory compliance within EMEA.
* Advanced proficiency in Excel and strong communication skills across all levels.
* A collaborative customer-focused mindset with ability to drive change and deliver measurable results.