Supply Planning & Inventory Management Lead

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Permanent

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Newry Closing date:
Tuesday 20 Oct 2026 17:00 Supply Planning & Inventory Management Lead

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Newry Job Type: Permanent About the Role We are seeking an experienced Supply Planning & Inventory Management Lead to join our Supply Chain Leadership Team. This is a strategic leadership role responsible for translating customer demand into an executable, capacity-aligned supply plan while ensuring effective inventory management across raw materials, work in progress, finished goods and market stock. You will lead the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, driving alignment between Commercial, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality and Finance to deliver excellent customer service, optimise inventory and support business growth.

Leading teams across Demand & Supply Planning, Operational Procurement, Inventory Management and Artworks, you will be responsible for creating one integrated plan across the end-to-end supply chain.

Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end supply planning and inventory strategy aligned with business objectives. Own the monthly S&OP process, ensuring robust demand, supply, capacity, inventory and financial planning. Partner with Commercial teams to develop accurate demand forecasts and scenario plans. Convert demand forecasts into feasible supply plans using Rough Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP). Develop and maintain manufacturing, packaging and master production schedules to ensure continuity of supply.

Lead operational procurement activities, ensuring timely availability of raw materials, packaging and components. Drive inventory optimisation, balancing customer service levels, working capital and inventory risk. Oversee supply chain master data governance, ensuring data accuracy and planning integrity. Manage the Artworks team, ensuring compliant and timely execution of product and packaging changes. Establish effective planning governance, KPIs, analytics and continuous improvement initiatives.

Lead, coach and develop a multi-functional team of approximately 23 employees. Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through proactive planning and business continuity strategies.

Essential Criteria Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Science or a related discipline, or equivalent experience. Proven experience in Demand & Supply Planning with strong knowledge of S&OP, IBP and Rough Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP). Demonstrated leadership experience in supply planning, demand planning and inventory management. Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills. Experience translating demand forecasts into actionable supply plans. Commercial and financial awareness, including working capital management.

Experience leading operational procurement and material availability activities. Strong commitment to quality, compliance, health & safety and customer service. Desirable Criteria

Experience with ERP, demand planning, supply planning, finite scheduling and inventory management systems. Professional qualifications such as APICS/ASCM, CIPS or equivalent. Experience driving Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives. Strong background in root cause analysis, CAPA management and operational risk reduction. Why Join Us? This is an excellent opportunity to take on a senior leadership role within a complex manufacturing and supply chain environment.

You will play a critical part in shaping supply chain performance, improving planning capability and delivering exceptional service to global markets while leading high-performing teams across multiple functions. Additional Information Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates with time-limited permission to work must be able to maintain their right to work without employer sponsorship.

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