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- Remote Competitive salary and benefits include; company pension and 25 days holidays Our client are a medical supplies distributor and are now looking for a Supply & Demand Planner This is a full time permanent role The role can be done remotely; however the successful candidate will need to spend some time in their office in the Munster area (for onboarding, training and then monthly team meetings).
May suit someone living in Cork/Kerry/Limerick/Clare Reporting to the Head of Procurement, the Supply & Demand Planner is responsible for ensuring the right medical products are available at the right time to support uninterrupted distribution to clinics and healthcare providers.
This role manages demand forecasting, inventory planning, supplier coordination, and replenishment activities in a highly regulated, time-sensitive environment.
Success requires strong analytical skills, cross-functional communication, and a proactive approach to preventing stockouts and excess inventory.
Key Responsibilities Inventory Planning & Control Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts using historical data, sales trends, and customer insights.
Set and adjust safety stock levels to ensure product availability while minimising carrying costs.
Monitor inventory health daily, identifying slow-moving, obsolete, or at-risk items and recommending corrective actions.
Maintain master data accuracy (lead times, MOQ, reorder points, etc.) in the ERP system.
Supply & Replenishment Management Create and manage purchase orders to ensure timely replenishment of medical supplies and spare parts.
Track supplier performance, lead times, and delivery reliability; escalate risks proactively.
Coordinate with suppliers on shortages, backorders, and urgent replenishment needs.
Manage inbound logistics and coordinate with the warehouse team receiving schedules.
Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Sales, Customer Service, and Operations to align supply plans with customer demand and business priorities.
Support new product introductions by ensuring materials are available and relevant data set up in the ERP system.
Communicate inventory risks, constraints, and mitigation plans to internal stakeholders.
Managing the phase out of products.
Supporting with customer/supplier returns.
Liaising with other departments regarding special supplier promotions and special orders.
Invoice processing and handling of related queries/parked invoices.
Regulatory & Quality Compliance Ensure planning and purchasing activities comply with medical-device and healthcare-product regulations.
Work closely with Compliance Officer to manage quarantined, expired, or non-conforming materials.
Maintain documentation and traceability required for audits and regulatory reviews.
Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to improve forecasting accuracy, reduce waste, and streamline planning processes.
Support system enhancements, automation initiatives, and best-practice adoption.
Qualifications and experience required: Required Experience in supply and demand planning, supply chain, or inventory management (preferably in medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, or other regulated industries).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Excel and ERP/MRP systems.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, customer-critical environment.
Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.
Experience in invoice processing and use of invoice processing software Preferred Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field.
Experience with ISO, MDR, or other healthcare-related regulatory frameworks.
Familiarity with demand-planning tools or advanced forecasting methods For more information please send your CV to Carol in confidence through the link.
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