An exciting opportunity to join our Tullamore Leadership Team at Cardinal Health Ireland Manufacturing as a Supply Chain Manager. The role is responsible for and has the authority for overall materials management including procurement and control of materials, purchasing of equipment, supplies, spares, plant contracts, production planning, inventory control, warehousing, distribution, and management of Sterilization for the Tullamore Plant.

The Supply Chain Manager will carry out the following duties:

• Manage the Supply Chain team to establish and operate purchasing, production planning, inventory control, sterilization and warehousing functions within budgeted costs.

• Develop and motivate the Supply Chain Team by establishing standards of performance, assisted by regular reviews of performance in line with ‘Our Time to Talk’ Process.

• Oversee the daily operation of the following functions

  • Warehouse and Shipping

  • Sterilization

  • Purchasing

  • Master Scheduling

  • Site Services – Catering, Cleaning & Security

• Liaise with Global Supply Chain and Sales and Marketing and develop net requirements. Plan economic production schedules which accurately reflect customer requirements and develop systems to support same.

• Source and procure materials and supplies of acceptable quality at competitive prices from approved vendors.

• Approve new vendors, packaging, and artwork in line with company policy

• In conjunction with Quality Control, establish overall co-ordination of supplier contract review in line with Supplier Audit programme and delivery performance.

• Liaise with Global Trade to select shipping agents and haulage contractors to ensure timely delivery of materials to and from the plant.

• Establish effective and safe storage and distribution systems.

• Establish optimum inventory holdings, control movement and stock rotation accurately.

• Manage Sales and Operations Planning process to optimize Plant resources and KPI’s ensuring strong collaboration and alignment between commercial and supply departments so we consistently meet our customer needs

• Ensure effective planning across manufacturing operations, concentrating on production capacity, customer demand and raw material availability; facilitate and manage monthly volume, headcount and overhead recovery handshake with Operations, HR and Finance.

• Develop ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, add value, aid business performance and development and work towards a strategy of continuous improvement to deliver on OpEx commitments.

• Act as lead contact for Plant Services Management supplier and ensure that best standards are maintained.

• Initiate periodic safety reviews and audits to evaluate the effectiveness of the company's safety programme.

• Ad hoc Tullamore Site specific responsibilities when required in support of the business.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Third Level qualification in Purchasing, Logistics/Supply Chain, Business or other suitable qualification in Supply Chain Management (i.e. APICS) is desirable. Lean/Six Sigma certification or training would be advantageous.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

Essential criteria for the position are:

• Significant experience is required in a Supply Chain/Manufacturing environment encompassing all disciplines including procurement, purchasing, planning, logistics and warehousing.

• It is expected that the successful candidate will already be operating at this level or ready to take this step with a short lead-in.

• Lives to and regularly demonstrates core values of Integrity, Inclusive, Innovation, Accountable and Mission Drive.

• Expert knowledge of ERP systems and strong general computer literacy is also desirable.

• Comfortable in working in a team/matrix environment.

• Sound knowledge and understanding of Commercial and financial acumen.

• Effective financial management and project management skills.

• Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills.

• The ability to prioritise, comfortable with delegated responsibility and a self-starter.

• The ability to keep a holistic approach when communicating with key stakeholders.

• The ability to organize and communicate effectively is essential.

• Commitment to work within the ethos of the company Mission, Medical Devices & Supplies Guide to Compliance and Quality Manufacturing and The Standards of Business Conduct.

Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.