Production Logistics Planner

at  Mondelz International

Job Description
Working hoursMonday – Friday 8am – 4pm
LocationRathmore, County Kerry
6 month FTC

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Previous experience in a similar role is ideal but not essential as training will be provided.
• Ideally proficient in SAP system and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Logical decision-making approach
• Structured and organised work planning
• Highly adaptable to change, demonstrating a proactive approach.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• As the Production Logistics Planner, you will be responsible for the overall production plan for the factory, creating both short and long term strategic forecasts.
• You will take pride in producing accurate and quality production schedules which account for service level targets, inventory targets, plant resources and costs optimization. You will be the primary contact for MSC leadership, planning & commercial teams, external manufacturers, and international supply chain for management of inventory and production planning.
• Liaise with Transport admin to ensure deliveries are made in a timely fashion.
• Build and maintain relationships with potential and current customers.
• Liaise with procurement to ensure contracts are in place with external vendors - evaluate raw materials, packaging, and equipment to ensure everything is in place for production taking into consideration manufacturing & shipment lead times.
• Account for all quantities of raw materials, waste, work-in-progress and finished product to consolidate a site mass balance on a monthly basis.
• Work with planning hubs to communicate plant capacity/restrictions Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials and monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or overstock situations.
• Work closely with the transport department to ensure delivery KPIs are met
• Maintain effective communication channels between production, logistics, and other departments.
• Adjust production schedules as needed to accommodate changing demand or operational constraints.
• Provide regular reports and updates to management on production performance and any issues encountered.