Norbrook Laboratories ltd
Supply Planning & Inventory Management Lead
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Supply Planning & Inventory Management Lead
Location: Newry | Permanent
Are you an experienced Supply Chain leader with a passion for integrated planning, inventory optimisation and operational excellence? We are seeking a Supply Planning & Inventory Management Lead to join our Supply Chain Leadership Team and play a critical role in aligning customer demand with manufacturing capability across a global business.
The Opportunity
Reporting as a key member of the Supply Chain Leadership Team, you will be responsible for leading the end-to-end planning process, translating market demand into executable supply plans while ensuring inventory is effectively managed from raw materials through to finished goods in market.
You will lead the monthly S&OP process, drive demand and supply planning, oversee operational procurement and inventory management, and manage a team responsible for artwork coordination and master data governance. Leading a team of approximately 23 people, you will help deliver high service levels, optimise working capital and support business growth through robust supply chain planning.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end supply planning and inventory strategy across the business.
- Own the monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, ensuring alignment between demand, supply, capacity and financial plans.
- Partner with Commercial teams to develop accurate demand forecasts and planning scenarios.
- Convert demand plans into achievable supply plans using Rough Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP).
- Oversee Master Production Scheduling and manufacturing and packaging planning activities.
- Ensure material availability through effective operational procurement and supplier coordination.
- Drive inventory performance, including safety stock management, inventory optimisation and reduction of obsolescence risks.
- Lead governance of supply chain master data and planning parameters.
- Manage the Artworks team, ensuring timely and compliant delivery of packaging and product artwork requirements.
- Develop planning KPIs, reporting, governance processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Build, coach and develop high-performing teams while fostering a collaborative, customer-focused culture.
- Lead risk management, scenario planning and business continuity activities across the supply chain.
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Essential Requirements
- Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Science or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
- Significant experience in Supply Planning, Demand Planning, S&OP/IBP and RCCP environments.
- Proven leadership experience across planning, inventory management and supply chain operations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capability with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Experience managing customer demand forecasts and translating demand into supply plans.
- Knowledge of operational procurement, material availability and inventory management.
- Commercial awareness with an understanding of working capital management.
- Strong commitment to quality, compliance, customer service and continuous improvement.
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Desirable
- Professional qualifications such as APICS/ASCM, CIPS or equivalent.
- Experience with ERP, planning, finite scheduling and inventory control systems.
- Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement experience.
- Knowledge of root cause analysis, CAPA and operational risk management.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- 32 days annual leave, increasing with service
- Pension salary sacrifice scheme
- Healthcare cash plan
- Life assurance
- Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
- Company sick pay
- Employee wellbeing and assistance programmes
- Subsidised canteen and free on-site parking
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Employee discounts and recognition schemes
Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Join us and help shape an integrated supply chain that delivers service excellence, operational efficiency and sustainable growth. Apply today.
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