Supply Chain Planning Lead

Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies; Larne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in blood management is seeking a full-time Supply Chain Planning Lead for their Larne site. The successful candidate will oversee demand and supply planning, driving order management and production efficiency while collaborating with logistics. Essential qualifications include a degree and relevant experience in planning roles, alongside strong analytical and Excel skills. Apply via our careers portal by 5pm on Monday, 04 August 2025.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in a similar planning role.
• Knowledge of manufacturing inventory controls and logistics activities.
• Ability to work under pressure and across global functions.

Responsibilities

• Manage the S&OP monthly demand planning & forecasting process.
• Drive effective order management processes to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Support effective production line capacity management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

MS Excel skills

Education

Third-level education

Degree in a relevant manufacturing or business subject

Tools

SAP

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Supply Chain Planning Lead

(Ref No: 25_30)

Terumo BCT is a Global leader in blood management, blood safety, therapeutic apheresis, cell therapy and cell collections. We have an opportunity for a full-time permanent Supply Chain Planning Lead to join Terumo BCT- Larne Site. The successful candidate will manage, control and assume total accountability for the demand and supply planning for the Terumo BCT Solutions factory.

It’s an exciting time to be part of an expanding manufacturing sector – come join us!

Duties will include:

• Manage the S&OP monthly demand planning & forecasting process to support effective and appropriate factory scheduling while maintaining regional inventory targets.
• Manage the fulfilment of the demand plan in association with operation and factory production capacity.
• Drive effective order management processes to deliver OTIF (On-Time in Full) customer satisfaction. Drive continuous improvement with a sharp customer focus.
• Manage the planning and scheduling of the solutions factory to ensure production to plan and adherence to appropriate finished goods regional inventory levels.
• Support weekly planning and shipping scheduling alongside logistics and 3PL functions.
• Support effective production line capacity management, maximizing labour efficiency and minimizing production changeover activity.
• Develop forecast accuracy controls and measures, working with regional and commercials teams to drive ongoing improvement plans.

Essential Criteria:

• Third-level education
• Minimum of three years’ experience in a similar planning role
• Knowledge of the maintenance of manufacturing inventory controls, finished goods safety stocks and related purchasing and logistics activities
• Excellent MS excel skills with the ability to manage data and reporting through MRP/ERP systems
• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure, to deadlines and across global functions and time zones
• Ability to prioritise tasks effectively and rebalance when required
• Demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to organize and facilitate manufacturing planning constraints
• Resilient in achieving results by driving improvement plans and initiatives through teams.
• Tactful and diplomatic whilst remaining assertive and persistent
• Physically fit to carry out job and able to attend work on a regular basis
• Able to work additional hours as and when required

Desirable Criteria:

• A degree in a relevant manufacturing or business subject
• Experience gained within a Regulated Manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing and global planning experience using SAP
• IBP (Integrated Business Planning) deployment and implementation

If you would like to apply for this vacancy, please apply via our career’s portal - MySource before the closing date of 5pm Monday, 04 August 2025.

Please note we are unable to offer support for VISAs/Sponsorship for this role.