Supply Chain Manager

Job Description

Auxilia Group Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Supply Chain Manager on behalf of our client, an established company within the manufacturing sector. This is a permanent opportunity based in Co. Tipperary.

Role:

• Responsibility for day-to-day performance and the practical transformation of warehouse, procurement and wider supply chain processes across the organisation.
  
• Lead Warehouse, Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing, setting clear priorities, responsibilities, standards and accountability for the teams and remaining closely involved in operational challenges.
  
• Lead the transformation of end-to-end supply chain processes, from demand and materials planning through purchasing, goods receipt, internal material movement and dispatch.
  
• Ensure effective processes for goods receipt, checking, storage, picking, kitting, internal issues, dispatch, returns and other warehouse activity supporting Production and Aftersales.
  
• Maintain strong stock accuracy and inventory discipline through effective location control, cycle counting, stock takes, transaction accuracy and follow-up on variances.
  
• Review stock levels, usage patterns, lead times and service requirements to improve availability while controlling excess, slow-moving and obsolete stock.
  
• Lead the practical transformation of warehouse layout, storage, goods flow, kitting, picking and dispatch processes, improving safety, accuracy, productivity and service to Production and customers.
  

Requirements

Requirements:

• Strong relevant experience managing warehouse, purchasing, strategic sourcing and supply chain activities, ideally within a manufacturing, machinery, engineering or technical environment.
  
• Proven experience leading and implementing change across procurement, warehouse and supply chain processes, with a practical understanding of lean and continuous improvement.
  
• Proven people management experience, including leading warehouse and purchasing teams, setting priorities, developing staff and managing performance.
  
• Strong strategic sourcing and supplier development experience, including identifying new suppliers, comparing options and negotiating commercially.
  
• Good technical understanding of machinery, mechanical components and manufacturing requirements, with the ability to understand drawings, specifications and component applications.
  
• Experience sourcing technical parts, components, fabricated or manufactured items, equipment or related products.
  
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, stock control, inventory accuracy and material flow within a manufacturing or parts environment.
  
• Experience using ERP, MRP, warehouse or inventory systems and data to improve planning, stock control, reporting and business decisions.