Supply Chain Scheduler

Key responsibilities

• Review production requirements each week and schedule production in the most efficient way possible to meet customer demand.
• Review conformance to production schedule each day and re-prioritise production requirements to maintain customer supply.
• Communicate with Customer Care issues relating to customer supply.
• Request for ‘special deliveries’ / concessions and completion of relevant paperwork
• Maintenance of plan change costs and reporting
• Understanding trial production requirements each week
• Maintenance of SAP system for open process orders and shipping master data
• Managing daily materials availability with call off team.
• Weekly maintenance of KPI reporting
• Transport planning daily tasks and cover as required.
• Creation of deliveries in SAP for transport, contact with approved logistics providers ensuring timely delivery to the customer location. Qualifications and skills
• Experience in a Supply Chain role within the food industry would be beneficial
• Excellent computer literacy (MS Office, email, PowerPoint)
• Experience in working with SAP/ERP system in a manufacturing context, APICS/IPICS/CIPS qualification would be an advantage.
• Actively listens and shares information and knowledge with others in a timely manner
• Plans, organises and prioritises resources and activities, achieving results through optimal approaches
• Demonstrates the flexibility and adaptability to be successful in a changing environment
• Proactively seeks and is open to alternative ideas and approaches
• Develops relationships inside and outside the organisation to enhance personal and company effectiveness. Why Kerry? In Kerry we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles, and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally. Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit. We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status or any other protected characteristic. Please note: We do not accept CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies where Kerry terms of business have not been signed. Additionally, we will not consider or agree to payment of any recruiter fee under these circumstances. This also applies to CVs or candidate profiles sent directly to any Kerry Hiring Managers.