Supply Chain Planner: Demand & Production Optimizer

Morgan McKinley; Leinster; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley is seeking a skilled Supply Chain Planner in Ireland to own production planning, demand forecasting, and material availability. You will ensure on‑time product delivery while optimising inventory and customer service performance.

You will convert sales forecasts into feasible supply plans, identify risks, and collaborate with suppliers and 3PLs to maintain continuity of supply and strong OTIF metrics.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Supply Chain Planner or similar role within food or FMCG manufacturing.
• Proven ability to convert forecasts into achievable supply plans balancing capacity.
• Strong understanding of inventory management and customer service performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production and demand plans to support customer needs and capacity.
• Convert forecasts into supply plans while identifying risks around capacity or lead times.
• Coordinate purchasing and scheduling of materials to ensure uninterrupted production.
• Build relationships with suppliers and monitor inbound deliveries.
• Manage inventory levels, stock accuracy and material availability.
• Monitor customer service performance and drive OTIF improvements.
• Produce regular supply chain reports and KPIs for decision making.
• Collaborate with third-party logistics providers for storage, dispatch and order fulfilment.

Skills

Forecasting

Inventory management

Production planning

Demand planning

Supply chain coordination

Tools

SAP

Job description

Morgan McKinley is seeking a skilled Supply Chain Planner in Ireland to own production planning, demand forecasting, and material availability. You will ensure on‑time product delivery while optimising inventory and customer service performance.

You will convert sales forecasts into feasible supply plans, identify risks, and collaborate with suppliers and 3PLs to maintain continuity of supply and strong OTIF metrics.