Supply Chain Planner

Morgan McKinley is delighted to be working in partnership with a leading organisation based in Waterford to recruit an experienced Supply Planner for a permanent position. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regulated, fast-paced environment where you will play a key role in ensuring the efficient flow of materials and finished goods across the supply chain. The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative operations team, contributing to the company’s commitment to quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction.Responsibilities include but are limited to: Develop and maintain robust short-, medium-, and long-term supply and production plans in alignment with business forecasts and customer demand.Collaborate closely with the demand planning and commercial teams to review and validate forecasts, identifying potential gaps or risks.Translate demand forecasts into executable production and supply schedules, ensuring resource and capacity alignment.Manage planning cycles within the ERP/MRP system, ensuring data accuracy, parameter optimisation, and effective exception management.Monitor inventory levels across raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods to ensure adequate supply without overstocking.Analyse historical trends, market data, and forecast accuracy to continuously improve planning models and processes.Work closely with procurement, quality, and manufacturing teams to ensure timely material availability and adherence to regulatory requirements.Lead supply review meetings, presenting key planning insights, supply risks, and recommended corrective actions.Support the S&OP process through accurate data analysis, reporting, and scenario modelling.Key requirements: 3+ years’ experience in supply planning or production planning within a regulated industry (pharmaceutical, medical device, or food manufacturing preferred).Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline.Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes.SAP essential