Planning Manager

at  Anord Mardix

Anord Mardix, a Flex company, is a global leader in critical power solutions. With facilities around the globe, Anord Mardix leads in critical power infrastructure, supporting a myriad of industries, from financial institutions to data centers.
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Job Summary
To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Planning Manager located in Dundalk, Ireland.
Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain, the Planning Manager role involves to create a demand plan aligning material availability with customer demand.

What a typical day looks like:

• Oversee accurate information is provided for the Master Scheduling process Generate weekly production schedules for Operations
• Monitor on-time delivery and adjust production demand accordingly
• Play a significant role in the long-term planning, including initiatives geared toward operational excellence
• To ensure that the manufacturing leadership are being provided with the right insight in regard to planning with regard to capacity planning and also opportunities for cost and cash improvement.
• To ensure that production and procurement call offs are in line with what was requested in the Supply plan and any deviation is measured and monitored to drive a balanced scorecard approach on KPIs
• To be the knowledge centre in supporting pro-active communication of supply risks and mitigation of back order issues within span of control to include both production in house and 3rd party purchasing.
• Management of people resource within the specific plant to ensure that they are developed, coached and capable of performing the role designated including performance management
• Travel between countries and sites will be required

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• Typically requires CIPS/APICS certifications.
• At least 5 years of experience in a variety of Supply Chain roles
• Experience of Microsoft Word and Excel & proficient in MS Office programmes
• Experience in ERP systems (LN knowledge is an advantage)
• Ability to act as a Team player, or independently, and with multiple activities
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Eligibility to work in Ireland (EU).

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:

• An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution, and celebrated for your success
• Opportunities to learn new skills in a fast-paced industry
• A competitive salary and benefits package that includes:
• A merit-based annual pay review
• Enhanced annual leave
• Referral bonus
• Company Pension Scheme
• Sick pay scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/ parents leave
• Flexible work based on your Job Function
• Travel opportunities (role dependent)
• Support in your well-being by access to:
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice
• VHI Private Health Insurance
• On-site trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Access to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.).

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Job Category
Global Procurement & Supply Chain
Anord Mardix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We’re happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email
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