ABOUT TATE

At Tate we are passionate about everything we do. As an independent brand operating within Kingspan Group, a global plc, Tate has been recognised worldwide as an industry leader in the development and manufacture of data centre infrastructure solutions and commercial office raised access floors for over 60 years. With revenues of over $500m and growing, Tate plays a pivotal role in offering expertise in cutting edge design engineering, working collaboratively with clients as a trusted partner.
As a market leader within our industry Tate continues to grow and expand, operating 12 manufacturing sites across the US, Europe, and Australia. We are excited about our fresh, dynamic, and inclusive team of experts working on new innovations and forward-thinking designs. We continue to invest heavily in the best available manufacturing tools and equipment needed to adhere to Tate’s world class standards. In keeping with our Planet Passionate sustainability strategy, our mission is to accelerate a net zero emissions future built environment with the wellbeing of people and planet at its heart.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

Education: A bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field
Experience: 1-3 years in a similar role

SKILLS

• Adaptability and agility in how you work. The ability to multi-task, manage different stakeholders and react quickly are essential
• 3+ years of experience in a production planning or supply chain role with MRP responsibility
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to root cause and implement effective solutions
• Impeccable communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to navigate complex supplier and stakeholder conversations
• Collaboration; a highly collaborative, team player within both the direct team and organisation
• Detail orientation: a high attention to detail with strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks, business priorities and deadlines
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ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join the Tate team as a Supply Chain Administrator. This role is a combination of supply chain management, operational planning and stakeholder management. Based on-site in our dynamic and diverse Head Office in Dublin 10 you will work within a team and take ownership for placing orders with suppliers, maintaining minimum stock of vital stock items and delivering procurement solutions for the business. At Tate, we are growing exponentially, so you will work within a changing, dynamic environment as the conduit between our customers and our business to ensure efficiency, accuracy and customer excellence.
This role will require strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and expertise in coordinating activities using SAP software. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring supply chain integrity, addressing issues promptly, and maintaining effective coordination within the manufacturing process. This role requires a high degree of internal liaison with departments (such as Transport and Warehouse) to ensure stock levels are maintained and managed as well as working with our finance team to ensure compliance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess manufacturing demand and place purchase orders for stock required to maintain manufacturing operations
• Liaise with all departments to place purchase orders for overhead spend and ensure timely delivery of all goods and services ordered
• Experience in Forecast and Replenishment tools is a must, preferably MRP
• Manage and maintain MRP systems to plan, schedule, and monitor material flow
• Analyse demand forecasts and convert them into material plans
• Coordinate with procurement, production, and logistics teams to ensure materials availability
• Review and adjust MRP outputs, addressing shortages, excesses, or schedule changes
• Optimise inventory levels to meet service, cost, and efficiency targets
• Maintain accurate planning parameters (lead times, lot sizes, safety stock)
• Support ERP implementation or MRP system upgrades and testing
• Generate and analyse supply chain KPIs (OTIF, inventory turns, etc.)
• Ensure accurate and timely order fulfilment by liaising with suppliers and monitoring purchase order due dates accordingly
• Ensure data integrity to guarantee that all information in SAP is accurate and can be used to create accurate forecasts for the business as a whole
• Responsible for any other reasonable duties as and when required and requested. The title of your job does not define or limit your employment