Planning Manager
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- Sligo
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Manage the monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process and Long-Range Planning (LRP) process.
- Create and oversee detailed production schedules, considering both demand and manufacturing capacity.
- Foster and sustain productive working relationships with both internal teams and external partners to support collaboration and achieve organisational objectives.
- Monitor and control inventory levels to ensure materials and products are available to meet production and customer needs, while reducing excess stock and related costs.
- Develop and analyse supply chain scenarios.
- Lead capacity planning and inventory management activities.
- Support all planning functions, including Master Production Schedule (MPS) and Material Requirements Planning (MRP).
- Track and report planning and operational performance metrics.
- Participate in network-wide supply chain activities to enhance integration and service.
- Drive and implement continuous improvement initiatives for planning processes.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical or business field.
- Minimum of 6 years' experience in manufacturing or supply chain environment, in a planning role.
- Proficiency in MRP/ERP tools, especially SAP.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration across diverse functional teams.
- Commitment to adhering to safety, regulatory, and quality standards in all planning operations.
- Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to develop and adapt strategies for changing business environments.