What you need to know

We are currently seeking a Engineering Warehouse Manager for our client, a global pharmaceutical company based in Kildare.

In this job, you will provide leadership and direction by encouraging forward-thinking so that the supply chain process can fulfil demand, drive customer value, improve responsiveness, facilitate financial success and build a good supply network.

You will be responsible for managing inventory in 3 warehouses, ensuring accountable and timely receipt and dispatch of the goods.

This permanent role is reporting to the Head of Operations and is subject to a 6-month probationary period.

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Key duties & responsibilities:

• Management of the company supply base; Develop, lead and execute purchasing strategies, craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms
• Responsible for 1-2 direct reports
• Responsible for contract negotiation regarding procurement of product and services
• Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power; Assess, manage and mitigate risks
• Lead the project delivery department to effectively create and maintain an efficient project schedule that meets customer requirements while minimizing cycle times and effectively utilizing inventory
• Provide guidance and expertise to develop service team and project delivery team knowledge
• Determine production capacity needed by the organization and present a rough-cut plan on a quarterly basis
• Planning and managing logistics, warehouse & transportation.
• Directing, optimizing and coordinating full order cycle
• Ensure that safety continues to be the top priority in the organisation through your own personal behaviour and participation in company-wide safety improvement activities
• Work closely with other departments to ensure that company objectives are achieved
• Play an active role in identification and achievement of cost reductions on an annual basis
• Encourage development of talent through mentoring, coaching, engagement and empowerment of colleagues and direct reports
• Develop and maintain KPIs for your department with a view to meeting or exceeding annual objectives
• Develop and deliver programs improving efficiency and quality in day to day operations within the facility

Skills /Experience

• Education Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in Business or a technical discipline
• IPICS (APICS) Qualified, Purchasing qualification
• 5 years’ experience in supply chain role
• Previous supervisory experience an advantage
• Must be proficient using MS Office applications
• Strong analytical skills and commercial awareness
• Must be a strong communicator with an ability to multi-task and prioritise in a busy environment
• Ability to adapt to different client needs and to develop and maintain successful working relationships, both internally and externally
• Ability to make important decisions and cope with the pressure of demanding targets and tight deadlines

Apply for this job now or get in touch with Vanessa Murphy on vanessa@matrixrecruitment.ie or 0874064551

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