Supply Chain Planner | Maternity Cover

Catalyx; Cork; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards package

Visa assistance for eligible

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Catalyx is seeking a Supply Chain Planner to join our Cork team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. You will work at the customer site in Cork, coordinating materials, schedules, and shipping documentation to support OTIF delivery targets.

The role involves cross-functional collaboration and process improvements within a regulated operations context. The ideal candidate has strong planning and communication skills, plus hands-on ERP experience (SAP/DB2/Access) and Excel proficiency.

Qualifications

• BS or BA in a related field, or Master’s with relevant experience.
• Strong planning, organizational and communication skills.
• Solid knowledge of ERP practices and industry standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with SAP/DB2/Access and Excel.
• Proficient in operations/supply chain functionality.
• Knowledge of cGMP operations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and control materials and finished goods to meet OTIF.
• Collaborate across borders to optimize supply chain results.
• Introduce new technologies or processes and support inventory tactics.
• Provide input on planning and forecasting challenges.
• Generate documents like work orders and shipping docs.
• Track progress and adjust schedules with production.

Skills

Planning

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

ERP systems

SAP

DB2/Access

Excel

cGMP knowledge

Education

BS/BA

Master’s degree

Tools

SAP

DB2/Access

Excel

Job description

Catalyx are seeking a Supply Chain Planner to join our team at our customer site in Cork for a 12-month maternity cover contract.

Who We Are:

Catalyx is a machine vision and automation company that integrates technology and people to help global manufacturers and logistics companies achieve next-generation levels of quality and throughput. For over thirty years, the minds behind Catalyx have been at work maximizing operational processes across highly regulated industries by inventing new technology applications and supporting companies with technical experts. With 9 global offices, over 550 team members, and 3,000 projects under our belt (and counting), we have the capabilities and reach to solve unique process problems at scale – and the vision to keep doing what’s never been done before. For more information visit www.catalyx.ai.

Catalyx is a trusted partner in delivering world‑class lifecycle services to regulated and high‑risk end markets. With a relentless commitment to innovation and excellence, we partner with life science and other highly regulated organisations, to empower them to enhance efficiency, and drive success. As part of this commitment, we are continuously developing our on‑site teams to support the advancement of customer operations.

Responsibilities:

• Work on supply chain problems of a diverse scope, where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of identifiable factors, establishment of root cause & implementation of corrective actions to meet business targets on OTIF, Inventory etc.
• Work across organizational, cultural and geographic boundaries to optimize company strategic results within the supply chain function.
• Introduce and integrate new technologies and\or new processes, as needed & support and develop inventory level tactics to support delivery of the business goals.
• Provide input to more senior team members on planning and forecasting challenges to drive continuous improvement in standards.
• Execute the planning and control of materials and finished goods to meet OTIF and distribution demand & Compile and analyse data to assist with decision-making.
• Generate documents such as work orders, purchase orders, material transfer requests, or shipping documentation to support supply chain execution activities.
• Track progress with department supervisors, readjust schedules and communicate changes according to production progress, change orders, manpower requirements, product availability or other conditions impacting timelines.
• Use approved methods to make decisions in line with company goals and objectives, e.g. transfer or delivery of inventory, production and purchasing schedules, prioritisation of product release.
• Develop and implement programs with Global Planning, CMO suppliers and\or internal cross-functional team members to support continuous improvement activities.

Requirements:

• The preferred candidate will have some years of relevant experience in related field and a BS or BA; or some years of relevant experience and a Master’s Degree.
• Possess good planning and organizational skills coupled with strong communication, time management skills and an aptitude for working with computer systems to plan and manage supply chain requirements.
• Demonstrate an in depth understanding and application of principles, concepts, practices, and standards along with an in depth knowledge of industry practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills, strong analytical skills and problem-solving capability.
• Possess up-to-date knowledge of business operating systems, DRP, production scheduling, SAP\DB2\Access databases, and Excel, its uses and functions, and business need’s and developments.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop solutions to a wide range of moderately complex problems, which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation.
• Proficient in ERP system software, with emphasis in the Operations\ Supply Chain functionality.
• Knowledgeable in cGMP operations functionality.

Why Join Catalyx?

At Catalyx we understand that our people are our greatest asset. For this reason and many others, we take care of them. The team in Catalyx benefits from a Total Rewards package. This includes great personal benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Catalyx is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued, respected, and supported. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background, and strive to create a welcoming environment for everyone.

At Catalyx, we are committed to attracting the best global talent. We proudly support our international employees by offering assistance with Critical Skills Visa applications for eligible candidates.