Supply Chain Graduate
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Location:
Kildare
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Sector:
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Job type:
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Salary:
Negotiable
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Contact:
Next Generation
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Contact email:
megan.oconnor@nextgeneration.ie
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Job ref:
JOB-13771_1709805779
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Published:
9 months ago
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Expiry date:
2024-04-06
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Startdate:
asap
Position Title: Supply Chain Graduate
Location: Naas, Co. Kildare
An exciting Supply Chain Graduate role has come across my desk for a well-known Food company based in Naas, Kildare. This role offers excellent opportunities for career progression and gives you broad exposure with all aspects within Supply Chain!
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with various departments, including procurement, logistics, and operations, to develop and implement effective supply chain strategies.
- Analyse supply chain data to identify areas for improvement and cost-saving opportunities.
- Assist in the planning and execution of inventory management strategies to minimise stockouts and excess inventory.
- Support the procurement team in supplier relationship management, including supplier evaluation, negotiation, and contract management.
- Coordinate with logistics partners to optimize transportation routes, reduce lead times, and minimise freight costs.
- Monitor and evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs) to track supply chain performance and identify areas for enhancement.
- Participate in cross-functional projects aimed at enhancing supply chain efficiency, sustainability, and resilience.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, regulations, and best practices to continuously improve supply chain processes.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and draw meaningful insights.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Proactive attitude with a willingness to take initiative and drive process improvements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools.
- Prior internship or work experience in supply chain management is preferred but not required.
The Next Step for you:
Should this position be of interest to you please forward your CV to Megan O'Connor from Next Generation Recruitment or alternatively call on the main line on +35319609183
Next Generation are specialists in Engineering, Data Science, Digital, Finance, IT Contract, IT Permanent, Life Sciences, Supply Chain, Procurement and Operations
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