24 Demand Planning jobs in Ireland

Sales & Operations Planning Lead We are looking for an experienced and organised Sales & Operations Planning Lead to join ourclientsSupply Chain team. This is a key role where you will help manage demand, plan inventory, and keep products moving smoothly through the supply chain. Salary & Benefits: €60,000 + DOE Bonus. Hybrid working model. The chance to lead change and make a real impact Opportunities to grow your skills and career Key Responsibilities Lead the monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process Work with the Sales team to review forecasts and plan for new launches, promotions, and seasonal changes Manage inventory levels and ensure product availability Monitor supplier and production performance and solve issues quickly Share regular updates on stock risks, delivery issues, and lost sales Support improvement projects across the supply chain Skills: 5+ years experience in supply chain or planning (FMCG preferred) Strong skills in Excel and data analysis Clear communicator with great attention to detail Comfortable working with cross-functional teams Process-driven and always looking to improve how things are done If you would like to hear more regarding this position, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Leanne Thornton or call Leanne on .If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered for this or other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set please attach your CV via the link provided. Please submit your updated CV in Word Format If you are living in Ireland and hold a VALID WORK PERMIT, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. #INDOSB1 #INDTHORN

Location:Meath Hybrid:Yes - 3 days in the office Compensation: €65-70k basic plus bens ACCPRO are delighted to partner with a highly valued and growing Irish business to recruit for a Sales and Operations Planning Lead. This role coordinates all aspects of supply chain activity, reports to the Head of Operations with a dotted line to the COO and CEO. This role gives the opportunity to impress at exec level and forge a quick progression path as well as opportunity to build external stakeholder relationships with both business customers and suppliers. Responsibilities: Reviewing sales data, market trends, and customer insights to validate accuracy of demand forecasts Conduct business forecast and review meetings with NAMs Liaise with Commercial Team regarding volume planning for new launches Produce and analyse the demand call off/production plans Monitor Production/Supplier performance versus Manage internal Production Managers / External Supplier contacts Draft plans to replenish Raw Material / Packaging Inventory for Production sites. Confer daily to determine status of inbound deliveries Prepare OTIF / Lost Sales reports monthly Supplier Management Reporting Support and review Warehouse/Transport/Quality Control operations Requirements: Minimum 5 years experience in supply chain management FMCG experinc with detailed exposure to Production Planning/Demand Forecast Management Educated to degree level in a related discipline a distinct advantage Lean six sigma qualifications a distinct advantage Excellent MS Excel/PowerPoint Problem solver with a desire to further their career Due to the high volume of applications received, we regret that we are unable to respond to all applications. Only those suitable for this position will be contacted. Skills: Operations Planning Sales S&OP FMCG Supply Chain

**About Abbott**
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional's and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
**Abbott in Ireland**
Abbott has been operating in Ireland since 1946 and serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott currently employs about 6,000 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo.
**Abbott Diabetes Care Kilkenny**
Abbott Diabetes Care has opened a new site, in Kilkenny, that is at the forefront of Diabetes care with the latest technology, to manufacture FreeStyle blood glucose test strips and FreeStyle Sensors for use in diabetes management. Among Abbott Diabetes Care leading brands are the FreeStyle Precision, FreeStyle Lite and FreeStyle Libre systems.
**Key Responsibilities**
**Indirect Materials & Operational Support**
+ Coordinate consumables planning with suppliers and operational teams.
+ Monitor and manage indirect inventory levels to ensure availability
+ Review and approve indirect material requisitions in line with internal processes.
+ Support departments with requisition creation, issue resolution, and site project requirements.
+ Assist with goods receipt and confirmation processes to ensure timely and accurate records.
**Invoice & Supplier Coordination**
+ Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to resolve invoice discrepancies.
+ Facilitate supplier set up process in coordination with Procurement, Finance, Supplier Quality, and Master Data Governance.
**Documentation & Process Support**
+ Maintain and update procedures and documentation for the Purchasing/Logistics team, providing flexible operational support where needed.
**Reporting & Analysis**
+ Analyze supply chain data and maintain key reports (open orders, invoice tracking, indirect inventory) to support operational efficiency.
+ Provide insights and recommendations that inform purchasing decisions and strategies
**Qualifications & Skills**
+ Relevant 3rd level education
+ Experience in supply chain operations, materials planning, and purchasing/buying; a strong background in purchasing, particularly in indirect materials or site operations, is highly desirable.
+ Strong analytical and reporting skills; proficiency in Excel, Word, or similar tools. Experience with Power BI is a plus.
+ Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
+ Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP.
+ Ability to work flexibly across to support evolving operational needs.
**What we Offer**
Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay, as well as benefits such as
+ Family health insurance,
+ Excellent pension scheme
+ Life assurance
+ Career Development
+ Fantastic new facility
+ Growing business plus access to many more benefits.
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Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call or email

**About Abbott**
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
**Abbott in Ireland**
Abbott has been operating in Ireland since 1946 and serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott currently employs about 6,000 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo.
**Abbott Ireland Diabetes Care Division Donegal**
The Abbott Diabetes Care division based in Donegal Town manufactures FreeStyle blood glucose test strips and FreeStyle Sensors for use in diabetes management. Among Abbott Diabetes Care leading brands are the FreeStyle Precision, FreeStyle Lite and FreeStyle Libre system.
**Purpose of the Role:**
We're looking for a **Supply Chain Manager** to join our team in Donegal. I As our Supply Chain Manager, you'll lead a high-performing team across planning, scheduling, purchasing, and warehouse operations.
**Responsibilities:**
+ **Championing Safety & Sustainability** : Foster a safe work environment and drive environmental and energy goals.
+ **Delivering Customer Excellence** : Ensure product availability and timely shipping to meet customer demand.
+ **Driving Operational Performance** : Optimize inventory management and plant capacity utilization.
+ **Leading Continuous Improvement** : Implement innovative solutions and growth plans to elevate supply chain efficiency.
+ **Ensuring Compliance & Quality** : Uphold financial, regulatory, and quality standards across all supply chain functions.
+ **Strategic Leadership** : Collaborate with site leadership to address supply chain challenges and lead impactful improvement projects.
**Education and Experience:**
+ A third-level qualification in Business or Supply Chain Management (or a related field).
+ At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing setting, including 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
+ Experience in one or more of the following areas is a plus: Planning, Scheduling, Purchasing, or Warehouse Management.
**What we Offer**
Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay, as well as benefits such as
+ Family health insurance,
+ Excellent pension scheme
+ Life assurance
+ Career Development
+ Growing business plus access to many more benefits.
Connect with us at and on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , X and YouTube .
Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call or email

Unlock your potential as an Abbott Intern. Join us to work on impactful projects, learn from senior leaders, and build your career. Here you can:
+ Contribute to meaningful, challenging projects with a direct impact on our business
+ Have regular access to senior leadership providing you with an opportunity to grow and learn from the best each day
+ Develop your career and grow your knowledge through targeted training, a global intern community, and the opportunity to build your network
+ Access perks that keep you supported both inside and outside the office
**The Opportunity**
Our Interns provides a meaningful, professional, hands-on experience to students with proven academic performance and leadership potential. We hire students majoring in (Supply Chain) into our programs based on business needs. Ideal candidates will combine technical and business knowledge with analytical strength and creative problem-solving abilities.
Abbott's global business offers opportunities to work across a range of fields, which may include the following areas, along with additional activities depending on business needs:
Supply Chain
+ Logistics Improvement
+ Materials Planning
+ Purchasing.
+ Production Scheduling and Capacity Planning
+ Volume planning
**What are we looking for?**
Eligible applicants should be:
+ Available for a 6, 9 or 12month placement to start between January to June 2026 (aligned with academic work placements dates)
+ Internship placements may be during or at the end of your undergraduate or post graduate course.
+ Pursuing a relevant third level undergraduate or post graduate qualification in Supply Chain / Business Studies a discipline listed above.
+ Candidates must be tracking to or have a minimum of 2.1 Grade in their undergraduate course.
+ Excellent communicators, team players and Innovators.
+ Passionate about STEM and interested in pursuing a career in a STEM environment.
+ A flexible and innovative approach to work.
+ Flexibility to be based at one of our Abbott sites listed above
**Locations**
Cavan, Longford, Sligo
Career growth and future opportunities are pillars of our program. Students who continuously excel in our early career programs are encouraged to apply for Abbott's Professional Development Programs or other full-time positions.
#earlycareers
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call or email

Company Description
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas - immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok ( .
Job Description
AbbVie Cork is a dynamic Oral Solid Dosage (OSD) site, producing a diverse portfolio of innovative technologies and products.
We are currently sourcing a?Supply Chain Manager?to join our site leadership team, reporting to our Site Head. The Supply Chain Manager leads all supply chain and warehouse activities related to supply of current products and new product launches.
This includes coaching and mentorship of an experienced and skilled team across Demand Management and Supply Levelling, Master Scheduling, Materials Requirements Planning (MRP), and Warehouse/Storage management.
It's a key role for our site and one where you will have the opportunity to develop a lasting and rewarding career with AbbVie.
Here is a snapshot of your responsibilities:
+ Ensure the development and delivery of the Supply Chain organizational vision and strategic objectives.
+ Build, develop and mentor a team of diverse professionals within your function.
+ Partner with the Senior Leadership team to execute on the site and enterprise-wide strategy.
+ Develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure product availability, with full alignment to production plan while driving continuous improvements to sustain Operational Excellence and improved financial performance across your team.
+ Take responsibility for Health & Safety, as well as the core Environmental and Energy Sustainability Programmes within the Supply Chain function.
+ Develop senior level relationships with suppliers to resolve critical issues, deliver cost savings, and implement value-added processes.
+ Monitor and achieve optimal inventory turnover consistent with plant efficiencies, customer service and distribution requirements.
+ Ensure that the internal rolling forecast file, which is used to track inventory, production schedule adherence, production batch status and shipment schedule adherence is maintained.
+ Identify and implement continuous improvement Projects in the Supply Chain and WH Areas.
+ Work with the quality system ensuring that the site quality policy and GMP and GDP is fully complied with on a continuous basis.
+ Ensure Known consignor certification is maintained
+ Contribute to the development of the Global Supply Chain Function, i.e. become an active participant of the global team.
+ Champion and lead Culture & Engagement and EEDI initiatives in Supply Chain function and across the site.
Qualifications
+ Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, or science with 5 years plus experience in supply chain management.
+ 5 year + People Management with demonstrated ability to develop key talent and to set clear vision and strategy for your team
+ OPEX Black / Green belt certified preferably
+ Experience in engaging, collaborating, and influencing at senior leadership level
+ Ability to think outside the box and provide solutions through structured trouble shooting methodologies
Additional Information
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community? Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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We have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate to join our Supply Chain Team.
This well-structured programme will offer the successful graduate an opportunity to build on their recent qualifications and gain excellent, relevant on the job experience to assist their career progression.
This is a 22-month contract where you will learn and spend time experiencing aspects of our Supply Chain function including our Customer Service, Planning & Logistics teams. Working with a world-renowned brand, you can avail of our many wonderful initiatives, participate in our further education opportunities via our education assistance program, get involved in volunteer projects and so much more!
On completion of the program, successful candidates will be ready for a Supply Chain position. These positions will be commencing in January 2026.
**What you will do for us**
+ Support the team on a wide range of process Initiatives activities in line with our Supply Chain strategy.
+ Engagement with our key stakeholders to ensure timely follow up on all communications and requests.
+ Support our digital transformation journey & apply operational excellence tools and techniques to continuously improve our processes and eliminate waste.
+ Perform adequate checks on our processes and standards to drive improvements in our cost structure and flexibilities in supplies.
+ Support the metrics, monitor daily, weekly, and monthly performance to plan by gathering information from plant and inventory systems.
+ Maintaining our procedures & guidelines- ensure our Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) are up to date and in compliance with our company standards.
+ Support the team with other ad hoc duties as required.
**Education Requirements, Skills & Work experience**
+ Recent bachelor's degree or master's graduate (2024/2025) in Business specializing in either business administration, finance, or data analytics preferable.
+ Business proficiency in English an additional European language is an advantage.
+ Work experience (Internship) within a Supply Chain environment would be an advantage.
+ Excellent aptitude for data and technology with strong attention to detail and adherence to procedures.
+ Curious, motivated with the ability to work on own initiative.
+ Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and work according to tight deadlines.
+ Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively & concisely.
+ Be flexible and a great team player.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

At Gilead, we're creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we've tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer - working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world's biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.
Every member of Gilead's team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we're looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.
We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.
**Job Description**
**The Position**
This role is a full-time role in the GSIUC Supply Chain Department, under the Warehouse team. This specific role is required to oversee the Receiving, sampling, picking, and shipping in the GSIUC Warehouse. This position requires a sound knowledge of SAP System, methods, and procedures. The candidate will be required to exercise judgment, within well-defined and established procedures and practices, to identify problems and appropriate actions and to generate alternatives and recommendations within defined processes. The candidate must be proactive in their daily activities and interactions.
**Essential Duties and Job Functions:**
**Inventory Accuracy and Monitoring:**
+ Conduct daily, weekly, or monthly cycle counts of pharmaceutical inventory to ensure accurate stock levels.
+ Verify and reconcile discrepancies between physical counts and system records.
+ Report inventory variances promptly and recommend corrective actions.
**Receipt of Materials:**
+ Accurately receive, inspect, and record incoming raw materials and components, ensuring all documentation matches physical deliveries. This includes verifying quantities, checking for damage, and ensuring proper storage conditions for both +20 and +5 products.
**Material Sampling:**
+ Perform sampling of incoming materials in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and quality guidelines, maintaining strict adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
**Material Picking for Manufacturing:**
+ Accurately pick and prepare materials for packaging and tabletting manufacturing lines based on production orders. This involves precise measurement, labelling, and staging of materials, including both +20 and +5 products, to ensure timely and efficient supply to production.
**Equipment and System Use:**
+ Operate handheld scanners, forklifts, or other warehouse equipment as needed for Warehouse operations including working from heights.
+ Utilise warehouse management systems (WMS) or ERP software for data tracking and reporting.
**Safety and Cleanliness:**
+ Adhere to safety guidelines to minimise risks in handling pharmaceutical products.
+ Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the counting area to prevent contamination.
**Continuous Improvement:**
+ Identify opportunities to streamline cycle counting processes and improve inventory accuracy.
+ Participate in cross-functional meetings to discuss and implement process improvements.
**Data Entry and Documentation:**
+ Update inventory data in the warehouse management system (WMS) or enterprise resource planning (ERP) software.
+ Maintain accurate records of cycle counts, adjustments, and investigations.
+ Ensure documentation complies with regulatory standards, such as FDA, GMP, or other pharmaceutical guidelines.
**Regulatory Compliance:**
+ Follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) during inventory activities.
+ Ensure the handling and storage of pharmaceuticals adhere to temperature, humidity, and safety requirements.
+ Assist with preparation for internal and external audits.
**Collaboration and Communication:**
+ Coordinate with warehouse supervisors, quality assurance teams, and other departments to resolve inventory-related issues.
+ Communicate shortages, overages, and damaged items to relevant stakeholders.
+ Assist with training new employees on inventory control practices as needed.
**Knowledge, Experience and Skills:**
+ Prior experience in pharmaceutical industry is preferred (ideally within a compliance related role)
+ Working knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) (FDA / EMEA standards and quality systems)
+ Basic knowledge of OPEX Lean tools, and root cause analysis tools used for identifying and correcting deviations.
+ Demonstrates audit and investigation skills, and report writing skills.
+ Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
**Typical Education & Experience:**
+ 4+ years of relevant experience in a GMP environment related field.
**Behaviours:**
+ Positive attitude and enjoys working as part of a team.
+ Resilient flexible profile with the ability to deliver in a challenging environment.
+ Ability to engage and manage multiple stakeholders to achieve the objective.
+ Curious with learning agility
+ Operationally excellent
+ Organised with systematic approach to prioritisation.
+ Process orientated to achieve the business objective.
**Gilead Core Values:**
+ Integrity (always doing the right thing)
+ Teamwork (collaborating in good faith)
+ Excellence (working at a high level of commitment and capability)
+ Accountability (taking personal responsibility)
+ Inclusion (encouraging diversity)
**Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)**
It is the policy of Gilead Sciences, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively "Gilead" or the "Company") to recruit select and employ the most qualified persons available for positions throughout the Company. Except if otherwise provided by applicable law, all employment actions relating to issues such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, returns from layoffs, company-sponsored training, education assistance, social and recreational programs are administered on a non-discriminatory basis (i.e. without regard to protected characteristics or prohibited grounds, which may include an individual's gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, medical condition, veteran status, and age, unless such protection is prohibited by federal, state, municipal, provincial, local or other applicable laws). Gilead also prohibits discrimination based on any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.
**For Current Gilead Employees and Contractors:**
Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.
Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to advancing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis and cancer. Gilead operates in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California.

My client, an iconic Irish Public Service Organisation, is in need of a Supply Chain Project Consultant to join their Organisation based in Dublin City Centre This role is for a Supply Chain Project Expert who will drive change in the organisation, implementing new processes, optimise operations across the business and help to put into action sustainable processes in their growing and evolving company. This is a permanent role with my client with an excellent remuneration and benefits package for the right candidate and opportunities for further training and career development. The duties for the Supply Chain Project Consultant include but are not limited to: Design and implement a best-in-class Supply Chain and Stock Management process that supports both current operations and future growth. Establish governance structures and ensure clear ownership across workflows and product management. Lead change and continuous improvement initiatives that deliver operational and financial efficiency. Redesign and map complex workflows; produce clear, actionable process guides for teams. Monitor adherence to processes, resolve escalations, and implement corrective actions. Analyse performance using KPIs, identify improvement opportunities, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive success. Partner with internal stakeholders across the organisation to achieve shared goals and foster a culture of performance and accountability. The desired Supply Chain Project Consultant will fulfil the below requirements: Proven experience in designing and implementing complex supply chain or stock management processes, ideally in a multi-site environment. Strong project management experience and a track record of leading change. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to challenge the status quo and propose innovative, effective solutions. High attention to detail and sound judgment in decision-making. A collaborative, solution-oriented mindset and the ability to influence at all levels. Decision Making & Judgement Attention to Detail Influencing & Gaining Commitment Technical & Professional Knowledge Change Management If you feel that you fulfil the above requirements please apply today with your CV. If you have any further queries please contact Rachael Pando of FRS Recruitment today. INDFRS1 Skills: Procurement Inventory Management Supply Chain