Supply Chain Specialist
SUPPLY CHAIN SPECIALIST
The Supply Chain Specialist plays a central role in ensuring the efficient, safe, and compliant movement of materials throughout the organisation’s supply chain. This role oversees end?to?end logistics, procurement, inventory management and planning to maintain continuity of supply for both production operations and our customers.
This position requires strong organisational skills, problem?solving ability, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners. The role supports both day?to?day operational needs and wider continuous?improvement initiatives across the supply chain.
LOCATION
Togher Industrial Estate, Cork
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop a detailed knowledge of the supply chain from sourcing raw material to final delivery to our customers.
- Coordinate all inbound and outbound transport activities, ensuring timely, compliant and cost?effective delivery of materials and finished goods.
- Act as the primary operational contact for our logistics partners, managing delivery updates, issues, daily shipment load planning and data transfer.
- Prepare and issue all required shipping, customs and export documentation for international transport, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Create and manage purchase orders, monitor supplier confirmations and delivery schedules, and maintain schedule plans to prevent supply disruption.
- Work closely with Finance on invoice approvals, discrepancies, credit notes, and month?end PO close?out cycle.
- Monitor inventory levels, maintain accurate ERP master data and coordinate stock movements between sites and external storage facilities.
- Oversee returnable container tracking, ensuring timely returns and availability for operations.
- Support daily warehouse and dispatch planning, resolving operational issues to ensure orders are delivered on time.
- Contribute to supply chain planning by managing replenishment requirements, monitoring lead times, and aligning with production and customer demand.
- Manage and develop KPI reporting for supply chain operations, ensuring performance is reviewed and managed on a regular basis.
- Act as a central point of contact across internal teams for supply chain activities, providing clear communication on order status, delays and resolutions.
- Lead or support process improvement initiatives and system improvement projects to improve efficiency and overall supply chain performance.
- Manage multiple concurrent operational tasks, troubleshoot issues proactively, and support business needs with a flexible and solution?driven approach.
- Perform additional duties as required to support a smooth and resilient supply chain operation.
REQUIREMENTS & EXPERIENCE
- A minimum Ordinary Bachelor’s Degree (NFQ Level 7) in Supply Chain Management or another related Business discipline is desirable.
- A minimum of 3 years relevant Supply Chain Management experience (Planning, Logistics etc.) is required.
- Experience working in a similar environment, an advantage.
- Knowledge of transportation regulations and limitations, including hazardous materials handling, desirable.
- ERP System competency is essential.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Proven experience problem-solving and implementing process improvements.
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
- Valid visa/citizenship to work in Ireland.
THE INDIVIDUAL
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in a high-volume environment.
- Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to work on own initiative.
- Ability to oversee multiple tasks, simultaneously.
- Ability to be innovative and a team player.
- A keen desire and drive to embrace change and come up with inventive ideas to streamline processes and systems.
- Strong communication/collaborative skills (verbal & written). Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Values professional growth through training and development programs.
BENEFITS
- Good benefits package provided including Company Pension Scheme, Death In Service, EAP and Income Protection.
- All training will be provided along with the opportunity for further education.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Bike to work scheme
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Wellness program
Education:
- Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:
- Supply chain management: 3 years (required)
- Work Location: In person
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