Overview
Purchasing & Planning ManagerOur client is a leading manufacturer of disinfection products for the global market. They are seeking a Purchasing & Planning Manager who shall report to their Head of Operations. The role is on site in Wexford. The ideal candidate shall have a Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, engineering or related field with experience in sales and operational planning systems.
Responsibilities
Responsible for production planning, raw materials planning/ordering, raw materials & finished goods warehouse as well as master data. Manage the plant supply chain activities with the focus on achieving the targeted OTIF (On-Time in Full) for customer deliveries.
Manage a proper balance between financial targets, production targets (low production variability, high utilisation of equipment, good OEE performance – e.g. reduce losses through set-up times) and customer service/requirements.
Manage the ordering of raw materials and ensure a proper supply to the related production departments to enable in-time production as scheduled.
Continuously control & monitor major KPIs (OTIF for customers and suppliers, schedule adherence, inventory DOH, lead time), analyse root causes of deviations and implement actions for improvement.
Lead and develop the Planning and Supply Chain teams.
Manage appropriate inventory levels on raw materials, packaging, and finished goods.
Build a flexible, agile supply chain approach (e.g., flexible shift models, processes ensuring higher flexibility such as FTO), including flexible packaging lines and related actions.
Ensure that production planning is carried out and regularly check all SCM master data.
Collaborate with Production and Quality departments to maintain a high level of customer service. Support monthly target setting and forecasting for plant output, cost absorption, inventory and shipment planning. Carry out capacity planning (short and long term) and modelling to identify pinch points and actions. Build a local S&OP process to guide site operations.
Support budgeting for the area, create reports and analyses to support regular budget, review and planning meetings.
Support R&D activities, new product introductions, product recertification and product rationalisation initiatives.
Pursue world-class continuous improvement and problem-solving practices, including focus groups.
Engage in ongoing education and development opportunities as directed by management.
Ensure optimal use of resources and deployment across the organisation as required.
Provide training to new and existing employees as needed.
Coordinate and complete projects and other duties as assigned by management.
Promote teamwork and contribute to problem solving and idea generation across the business.
Maintain high standards of housekeeping, health & safety and GMP practices at all times.
Perform any other tasks in line with the role as guided by management.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, engineering or related field.
Experience in sales and operational planning systems.
Excellent analytical and conceptual skills.
Additional Requirements
Decision making with tangible actions as appropriate.
Result-oriented and analytical mindset.
Positive mindset and good communication across hierarchical levels.
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
Ability to see the big picture from details and manage projects.
Project management capability.
How to Apply
For further details please call Karen Shiel on 087 745 2487 or send CV in confidence to karen.shiel@lifescience.ie
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