About Kerry

　　Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

　　About the role

　　The Supply Chain Manager role is a critically important leader who owns and oversees the entire Supply Chain lifecycle within the manufacturing plant. This role is responsible for overseeing the receiving of raw materials from suppliers, the inventory of supplies, the manufacturing schedule, and the transportation of goods to our customers. Keeping track of the materials and logistics, and updating the inventory is a core responsibility. Problem-solving and collaboration to resolve issues is also necessary. The Supply Chain Manager will manage both a direct and indirect team.

　　Key Responsibilities

　　Responsible for the site supply chain strategy including warehouse operations to support operational and business goals

　　Provide leadership and direction to ensure all supply chain processes are consistent with company policies and expectations

　　Fully develop team members of their ability while maintaining positive engagement

　　Prepare supply plans aligning with strategic decisions made via the Sales and Operational Planning process as well as execution of those strategic planning initiatives

　　Establish planning control check points and processes to drive and uphold commitment & supply integrity of both raw material and finished products

　　Ensure the right capabilities are in place to supply and deliver products as ordered on time and in full/OTIF.

　　Owner of supply chain KPI and accountable for its delivery performance. KPI would be centered around meeting the highest of service to customers whilst optimizing inventory and eliminating slow moving stock exposures.

　　Serve as a highly motivated leader and quick thinker that possess the ability to interact with a host of different personalities

　　Develop, implement, manage and maintain a robust and end to end production and raw material planning process.

　　Ensure material orders, inventories, production plans are properly managed including close monitoring of excess, slow moving and aging raw materials and finished products.

　　Work closely with the Procurement on all raw material forecasting and contract requirements to material can be ordered without delay

　　Effectively model and promote the company values.

　　Qualifications and Skills

　　Candidate will have a deep Supply Chain Planning background combined with the ability to think logically in a fast-paced environment

　　Food Manufacturing Plant experience preferred

　　SAP ERP functionality and system knowledge is highly desirable

　　Degree in Supply Chain and/or a Business / Commercial discipline

　　Demonstrated strong communication skills, both written and verbal

　　Excellent communication and interpersonal skills that exemplify the highest level of professionalism in both internal and external environments.

　　Strong organization and time management skills

　　Strong problem-solving skills; the ability to ask the right questions, help frame logical conclusions and arrive at effective solutions

　　Possess planning and analytical skills and be able to take complex issues and break down actions for resolutions whilst working against tight deadlines

　　Have a strong business understanding and insight as well as an open nature and collaborative mind-set that enable you to work with people from different backgrounds and levels

　　Able to participate, influence and (on occasion) lead cross-functional site teams; Ability to work well with teams. Develop relationships inside and outside the organization to enhance personal and company effectiveness.