Position Type: FT Permanent
This position is responsible for leading end-to-end supply chain operations, including KPI delivery, process compliance, and continuous improvement aligned with best practices. The role involves managing global supply flows, inventory, logistics, and cost control, while ensuring effective communication with internal teams and key customers. It also includes overseeing the complaints process using RCCA methodology, developing demand and supply plans, and driving the internal S&OP process. Leadership responsibilities include managing direct reports, fostering talent development, and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance performance and efficiency.
The ideal candidate will not only have a knowledge of Supply Chain management but will also display our Kerry values and be enthusiastic about our processes and brand.
Management and delivery of agreed Supply Chain KPI's and process compliance with 1Kerry WOW and to drive process improvement to best practice.
Manage the global supply into Kerry hubs and maintain excellent communication with functional contacts and key customers
Manage the complaints process to a satisfactory conclusion using the defined process linking in with appropriate functions using RCCA methodology.
Management of direct reports within the extended team both in a day-day context and from an employee development view point.
Lead/direct the team in the process of developing a demand plan which flows into the planning process, aligning procurement, raw material call-off and manufacturing activities to resource allocation while meeting customers’ expectations.
End to end Inventory management and stock control.
Review plant performance to plan. Manage Supply Chain budget and identify opportunities to reduce cost
Ownership of end to end local logistics execution.
Management of people under their responsibility with identification and promotion of talent.
Supply Chain qualification is desirable. Experience in working with SAP in a manufacturing context is essential.
Delivery of Sustainable Results.
Experience working within a Supply Chain role within a manufacturing environment.
At Kerry Dairy Ireland, we believe in giving talented, curious people the opportunity to make a difference.
We work as a team, searching for the best ways to inspire food and nourish life.
We are a community of innovators, working across disciplines to solve global food challenges with a fresh approach. 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)
~ Matched pension scheme
~ Benefits platform offering discounts and cashback on major retailers.
About Kerry Dairy Ireland:
Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a very substantial consumer foods presence and a leading nutritional and dairy ingredients division, delivering high-quality dairy solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. From partnering with local family farms to producing world-class dairy products, we ensure every step of our value chain reflects our commitment to excellence.
With over 50 years’ experience in milk processing, dairy and nutritional technology advancement, and product innovation, we are a key stakeholder in the global food industry and creators of a strong portfolio of market leading dairy brands including Cheestrings, Charleville and Coleraine Cheese, Dairygold, Golden Cow and our new SMUG range. Our from food, for food culture and deep-rooted connection to our 2,800 milk suppliers differentiates our business and offers captivating opportunities for our customers and consumers.
Our dairy comes from some of the world’s richest grazing land and is produced by a network of Irish family farms that have one of the lowest carbon footprints in the world. Through a combination of expertise, innovation, and sustainability, Kerry Dairy Ireland is proud to shape the future of dairy while meeting the diverse needs of our farmers, customers, and communities.
Kerry, we operate multiple manufacturing facilities in the southwest of Ireland, including Listowel, Charleville, Newmarket, and Farranfore. Globally, Kerry Dairy Ireland employs over 1,600 dedicated professionals across Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK, USA, Netherlands, Spain, Germany, and China. In Kerry Dairy Ireland 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 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.
We do not accept CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies where Kerry Dairy Ireland terms of business have not been signed. This also applies to CVs or candidate profiles sent directly to any Kerry Dairy Ireland Hiring Managers.
Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.