This opportunity is with a large manufacturing organisation, specialising in the production of diagnostic testing kits specifically focusing on the detection of infectious diseases. They are currently looking for a Master Planning Lead to join their operation.

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The Position

Key responsibilities include:

• Working with commercial, demand planning & operations to develop a monthly supply plan that meets market demand, aligns to budget and builds adequate and agreed cover in the business/market.

• Translation of the supply plan into a production plan and subsequent schedule for operations.

• Daily/weekly tracking of that schedule against the plan and reporting the progress against the plan to the business.

• Reporting on deviations away from those agreed plans via scrap, over/under production, changes in forecast, deviations (NCMRs) etc.

• Scenario modelling in tandem with the parallel review of internal and external risks/ opportunities.

• Maintenance of Item Level Master Data & BOMs.

• Support in the implementation, optimisation, and maintenance of the ERP system.

• Support in relevant design change initiatives as required.

• Support the implementation of an S&OP cycle and lead site S&OP discussion.

• Responsible for maintaining, managing, and measuring supplier relationships.

• Managing RM inventory levels & inventory shelf life through timely and appropriate purchase orders.

• Lead process improvement initiatives centred on maximizing ERP utilisation via increased usage of demand planning, forecasting, MPS, MRP & CRP functionality.

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The Person

• Minimum of 5 years experience in Supply Planning and Production Scheduling.

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of day-to-day practices within ERP: demand planning functionality & system logic.

• Detailed knowledge of MPS & MRP.

• Experience working within a regulated environment is preferred.

• Excellent computer skills and a knowledge of MS Excel, PowerPoint & Word plus experience with forecasting Tools & ERP systems.

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To learn more, apply online or contact Avishek Singh at HRM Search Partners on +353 873792637 or please submit an updated CV.