Location
Galway, County Galway, Ireland
Salary
Not specified
Type
fulltime
Posted
Today
via linkedin
Job Description
Supply Chain Manager
Reports to:
VP of Operations
Location:
On-site
Role Overview
An experienced and detail-oriented Supply Chain Manager is required to lead end-to-end materials management across the supply chain—from supplier receipt through production to delivery of finished goods. This role ensures material availability, inventory integrity, and supply continuity within a regulated manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Inventory \& Warehouse Management
- Maintain optimal inventory levels to support uninterrupted production.
- Oversee receipt, storage, and issuance of materials, ensuring proper labelling, segregation, and storage conditions.
- Manage stock across internal and external locations.
- Monitor reorder points, shelf life, and expiry to prevent shortages or obsolescence.
- Lead annual physical inventory and resolve discrepancies.
Planning \& Operations
- Align materials availability with production demand through close collaboration with planning and operations teams.
- Support production scheduling based on demand plans.
- Coordinate with Quality on inspection and release of materials.
- Manage purchase orders in line with supplier agreements.
- Lead ERP system implementation and maintain accurate master data.
- Participate in S\&OP processes to ensure balanced production planning.
- Track and deliver key KPIs such as OTIF and supplier performance.
Supplier Management
- Act as primary point of contact for suppliers.
- Manage supplier performance, pricing, and service level agreements.
- Monitor delivery performance and resolve issues.
- Lead supplier forecasting and planning activities.
- Support corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks.
People \& Stakeholder Management
- Lead and develop the supply chain team.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders across operations, quality, and commercial functions.
- Collaborate with external partners including suppliers and logistics providers.
Experience \& Qualifications
- Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Science, or related field.
- Experience in supply chain, materials, or inventory management, including leadership responsibility.
- Background in a regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
- Experience with ERP systems and S\&OP processes.
- Knowledge of quality management systems is advantageous.
Skills \& Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organisation and prioritisation ability.
- Continuous improvement mindset.
- Effective cross-functional communication skills.
- High attention to detail, particularly in regulated environments.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
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