SAP Supply Chain & Manufacturing Technology Manager
**Hybrid - Dublin or Kilkenny
Permanent**
90-120k per annum
Overview
Reporting to the Head of IT, this role will lead the CoE for applications across core business domains including Operations, Supply Chain and Quality & Compliance, ensuring strategic alignment, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. The Supply Chain & Manufacturing Technology CoE Manager will have overall responsibility for driving innovation, standardisation, and governance across application landscapes, enabling Tirlan to deliver high-performing, scalable, and compliant solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
* Develop and execute the roadmap for mid-office applications, aligned with Tirlan's business strategy
* Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify opportunities for digital transformation and process optimisation
Application Ownership & Governance
* Oversee lifecycle management of key applications supporting Operations, Supply Chain and Quality & Compliance
* Ensure robust governance, documentation, and change control processes are in place
* Manage relationships with external strategic partners and vendors
Team & Stakeholder Management
* Lead a cross-functional team of analysts
* Act as the primary liaison for applications between IT and the relevant business functions, ensuring effective communication and stakeholder engagement
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
* Promote best practices, standardisation, and reuse across application platforms
* Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption where appropriate
Operational Excellence
* Ensure robust support, maintenance, and enhancement processes are in place
* Monitor and report on platform performance, usage, and KPIs
Compliance & Risk Management
* Ensure platforms comply with internal policies, GDPR, and other relevant regulations
* Manage risk through proactive monitoring, vendor management, and incident response planning
Project Delivery
* Support project planning, resource allocation, and delivery of initiatives within scope, time, and budget
* Provide oversight and guidance on solution design and integration
Benefits Realisation
* Work with business stakeholders to ensure that the benefits of technology investments are fully realised and aligned with business goals.
Key Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Systems, or related field
* Relevant certifications in
SAP, HRIS, or digital platforms desirable
* 5 years + experience in a similar role, managing enterprise applications in a manufacturing or agri-food environment
* Strong understanding of mid-office functions and their technology requirements
* Experience with
SAP S4Hana, MES, LIMS, and other relevant platforms
* Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage vendor relationships
* Strategic thinker with hands-on technical capability
* Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
* Experience in the agri-food or cooperative sector advantageous
* Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g. ISO, GMP, HACCP), digital transformation programmes, and knowledge of data privacy and compliance frameworks desirable
* Strong team player with a growth mindset
Desired Skills and Experience
SAP Supply Chain and Technology Manager
Hybrid - can be based in Dublin or Kilkenny
Salary 90-120k per annum plus bonus and package
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Systems, or related field
Relevant certifications in SAP, HRIS, or digital platforms desirable
5 years + experience in a similar role, managing enterprise applications in a manufacturing or agri-food environment
Strong understanding of mid-office functions and their technology requirements
Experience with SAP S4Hana, MES, LIMS, and other relevant platforms
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage vendor relationships
Strategic thinker with hands-on technical capability
Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
Experience in the agri-food or cooperative sector advantageous
Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g. ISO, GMP, HACCP), digital transformation programmes, and knowledge of data privacy and compliance frameworks desirable
Strong team player with a growth mindset