The Supply Chain team for this client has a vision to build a simple, agile and scalable end-to-end supply chain operation to ensure continuous supply to our channels with optimum levels of inventory. The Supply Chain Planner role will support the Supply Chain and Product Manager in daily supply chain operations as well as in designing, documenting, and implementing new solutions.
Supply Chain operations include, but are not limited to, channel operations, demand forecasting, order management, material requirement planning, purchasing, import/export, supplier management, inbound logistics, warehousing, value-added services, distribution, and reverse logistics. The scope of the products being procured and managed includes mobile phone handsets, accessories, and consumer electronics.
Responsibilities:
Analysis and Planning:
* Coordinate with major suppliers, customers, and internal account managers to support critical daily supply chain operations.
* Assist the Supply Chain and Product Manager in developing and reporting performance metrics, root cause analysis, executive updates, and identifying opportunities.
* Manage daily product shipment planning using M3, EPOS, and stock counts to meet weekly KPI targets.
* Handle stock purchasing and reporting internally and externally.
Strategic Contribution:
* Support the development and documentation of supply chain strategies and operating plans.
* Design, document, and measure multi-channel supply chain support models in collaboration with the team to meet business needs.
Subject Matter Expert:
* Serve as a functional expert in process and solution design for supply chain functions including channel operations, demand forecasting, order management, material planning, purchasing, supplier management, inbound logistics, import/export, warehousing, VAS, distribution, and reverse logistics.
* Minimum 2:1 degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, or Engineering, or 3+ years of related experience. A postgraduate degree or master's is preferred.
* Ideally, 1-2 years of experience in a similar Supply Chain Planner role.
* Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP systems.
* Strong teamwork, communication, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.
* Ability to meet deadlines and pay high attention to detail.
Person Specification:
* Comprehensive understanding of end-to-end supply chain functions and their interactions.
* Experience with integrated Supply Chain systems (ERPs/MRP/S&OP) aligned with business needs.
* Ability to develop and document clear business requirements for supply chain processes.
* Strong commercial awareness and relationship-building skills.
* Self-motivated, creative problem-solver, capable of multi-tasking in a dynamic environment.
* Interest and knowledge in the telecom sector.
*NB: All CVs will be reviewed. If your skills match our client’s requirements, we will contact you via email or mobile. We also consider you for other opportunities within Firstaff. If you object to us holding your data, please notify us via email.
* Firstaff Personnel Consultants
85/86 Grafton Street
Dublin 2
Ireland
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