Supply Chain Manager  -  Galway

Our client is a developer of minimally invasive medical devices and is looking for a Supply Chain Manager to join their team. Reporting to the VP of Operations, this is a key Leadership role responsible for the end-to-end management of materials across supply chain, from supplier receipt through production issuance and Delivery of Finished goods. You will ensure materials availability, inventory integrity, and supply continuity in a regulated medical device environment. 

In this role you will: 

• Inventory & Warehouse Management

  • Manage and maintain optimal inventory levels of raw materials and components to support uninterrupted production schedules.
  • Develop and oversee the receipt, storage, and issuance of all materials, ensuring correct labelling, segregation, and storage conditions are always maintained.
  • Manage stock levels across internal and external storage locations.
  • Monitor reorder quantities, shelf life, and expiry dates to prevent stock-outs or obsolescence.

  Planning & Operations

  • Interact with demand plan to schedule production activities with Operations team
  • Coordinate closely with Production Planning and Scheduling to align materials availability with production demand. Align materials availability with production demand by coordinating planning and scheduling end-to-end activities.
  • Collaborate with Quality Assurance on receiving inspection planning and scheduling to ensure compliant and timely material release.
  • Issue and manage purchase orders for materials and components in accordance with approved supplier agreements.
  • Lead the implementation and management of the ERP system, ensuring accuracy of supply chain master data and leveraging analytics to drive informed decision-making.
  • Participate in S&OP process with commercial team and other stakeholders, ensuring level loaded production planning.
  • Ensure critical KPI’s such as OTIF & Supplier performance are achieved and exceeded.

  Supplier Management

  • Manage relationships with designated suppliers, acting as the primary point of contact for day-to-day materials supply.
  • Responsible for Supplier development, pricing and service level agreements.
  • Monitor and report on supplier delivery performance, escalating issues promptly and drive resolution.
  • Lead planning and forecasting activities with suppliers to ensure supply continuity and demand alignment.
  • In partnership with quality, manage Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs), facilitating root cause analysis and timely closure.
  • Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks.

  People Management

  • Directly manage and develop the supply chain team as it scales its operations, providing clear direction, support, and performance oversight.
  • Build the necessary relationships with key stakeholders such as Customers, Commercial teams and Operations teams.

Ideally you will have: 

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Science or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a materials, supply chain, or inventory management role, with at least 2 years at supervisory or management level.
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment; medical device or pharmaceutical industry strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience working with ERP systems and SIOP processes.
• Familiarity with ISO 13485 or other relevant quality management systems is a distinct advantage.

Skills & Competencies that would be an advantage: 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills with the ability to manage competing demands.
• Uses a Continuous Improvement mindset to drive supply chain excellence.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail, particularly in a GMP/regulated environment.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working with minimal supervision.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

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