Supply Planning Analysis & Reporting Manager

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

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POSITION SUMMARY:  

This role, reporting to the Associate Director, Global Supply & Inventory Planning, is responsible for end-to-end planning and optimization of the SKU portfolio. This includes production planning and inventory analysis to ensure the customers' requirements are met and inventory is maintained at optimal levels. Analytical assessment of main supply challenges.
Purpose:
This role is responsible for the analysis & reporting of E2E Supply Chain Planning that include the demand plan, manufacturing capacity and supply constraints. This role includes key analytical assessment on key supply challenges and proactive recommendation of gaps’ mitigation.

What you will be doing?     

•    Data Analysis and Reporting

•  Analyse data related to supply chain performance, including inventory levels, costs, and delivery times.
• Identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Generate reports and presentations for management, highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs) and areas of concern.
• Use data to inform decision-making and optimize supply chain strategies.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Communicate supply chain status, forecasts, and potential issues to senior management and other stakeholders.
• Lead cross-functional teams and facilitate meetings with external partners.

Strategy and Improvement:

• Develop and implement strategies for new product introductions and end-of-life processes.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in the supply chain.
• Drive process improvements and implement new technologies to enhance efficiency.
• Identifies and continuously improves planning tools and process. Reviews finished goods for customer order shortages and notifies Customer Service, Manufacturing and Logistics, as appropriate.
• Works closely with the Sales, Manufacturing, Finance, Customer Service and Procurement to ensure timeliness of information and data accuracy to avoid supply chain disruptions.
• Responsible for the timely aggregation and dissemination of reports and communications.
• Proactively manages and develops the performance of direct reports and team members through performance management, calibration, resource review and planning, capability, disciplinary, training and development
• Works closely with IT to bring online new tools and supports processes to drive efficiency into the supply planning process.

Who we are looking for 
     

• Data Analysis: Strong analytical skills, proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, BI tools), and experience in data visualization.
• Supply Chain Management: Extensive knowledge of supply chain principles, inventory management, production planning, and logistics.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Leadership: Ability to lead and motivate a team, manage cross-functional projects, and collaborate effectively with stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with the capacity to identify and address issues proactively.
• Building Effective Teams. Blends people into teams when needed; creates strong morale and spirit in his/her team; shares wins and successes; fosters open dialogue; lets people finish and be responsible for their work; defines success in terms of the whole team; creates a feeling of belonging in the team.
• Conflict Management. Steps up to conflicts, seeing them as opportunities; reads situations quickly; good at focused listening; can hammer out tough agreements and settle disputes equitably; can find common ground and get cooperation with minimum noise.
• Dealing with Ambiguity. Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn't upset when things are up in the air; doesn't have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
• Degree preferably in Supply Chain Management is required or 5 years' experience within in Supply Planning Manager role in lieu of.
• 5+ years supply planning experience with integrated ERP system skills
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
• Excellent command of Presentation tools such as PowerPoint, Think cell..    
• APICS CPIM certification desirable
• Experience in Life Sciences Industry is preferred.
• Experience as a Consultant is desirable.

Our Benefits Include:

• Highly competitive salary
• Group pension scheme - Contribution rates are (1.5% / 3%/ 5%/ 7%) and company will match
• Private Medical Insurance for the employee
• Ongoing opportunities for career development in a rapidly expanding work environment
• Succession planning and internal promotions
• Education allowance
• Wellness activities - Social activities eg. Padel, Summer Events
   

We understand that self-doubt can hold talented individuals back from applying for opportunities. We encourage everyone who meets the qualifications to apply – we're excited to hear from you

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Location: Grange Castle International Business Park, Grange, Co. Dublin, D22 K2R3 

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