Our client is seeking to recruit a Head of Supply Chain based in South Mayo. Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer, the Head of Supply Chain is responsible for overseeing and managing the entire supply chain operations including procurement, warehousing, and fleet management. This role involves ensuring that the procurement, production, inventory, distribution, and logistics functions work in tandem to meet business goals, including cost efficiency, timely delivery, and quality control. The manager will work closely with suppliers, internal teams, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth operations across the supply chain. The work environment is primarily office-based, with occasional travel to supplier sites, warehouses, or project locations in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment that requires strong multitasking and prioritisation skills. Key Responsibilities: Procurement & Supplier Management: Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure a consistent supply of quality materials. Negotiate contracts, pricing, and delivery terms with suppliers. Monitor supplier performance, addressing issues related to quality, delivery times, or compliance. Evaluate potential new suppliers based on cost, quality, and reliability. Inventory Management: Oversee and optimise inventory levels to avoid excess stock or shortages. Implement strategies to improve inventory turnover and reduce carrying costs. Logistics & Distribution: Manage the transportation of raw materials and finished goods, ensuring timely deliveries to customers or project sites. Work with logistics partners to optimise routes, reduce shipping costs, and enhance delivery efficiency. Address any issues related to shipping, customs clearance, or regulatory compliance. Demand Forecasting & Planning: Work with cross-functional teams to develop accurate demand forecasts. Align supply chain processes with forecasted demands to ensure adequate production schedules and timely deliveries. Cost Management & Optimization: Continuously seek opportunities to reduce costs across the supply chain while maintaining quality. Conduct cost-benefit analysis for different suppliers, logistics methods, and inventory strategies. Ensure that all processes are compliant with company budgets and financial goals. Quality Control & Compliance: Ensure that all materials and processes comply with industry standards and government regulations. Implement quality control measures across the supply chain to maintain product standards. Work with the quality team to address any quality issues or product defects. Team Leadership & Development: Lead, train, and develop the supply chain team to ensure a high-performance culture. Provide guidance and support to team members to help them achieve departmental objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, production, and sales. Data Analysis & Reporting: Track key supply chain metrics (KPIs) such as lead times, costs, inventory turnover, supplier performance, and on-time delivery rates. Prepare regular reports for senior management highlighting supply chain performance and opportunities for improvement. Use data analytics to make informed decisions on procurement, inventory, and logistics strategies. Key Requirements: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. Experience: 10+ years of experience in supply chain management, preferably in the public lighting or similar industries (e.g., electrical equipment, construction, or infrastructure). Certifications: APICS, CSCP, or Lean Six Sigma certifications are a plus. Required Skills & Competencies: Strong Negotiation Skills: Ability to effectively negotiate with suppliers and logistics partners. Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyse data, forecast demand, and make decisions based on data insights. Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills to address supply chain disruptions and improve processes. Leadership & Communication: Strong leadership skills to manage teams and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and supply chain management software. Understanding of Public Lighting Projects: Familiarity with the specific requirements of public lighting systems, including timelines, safety standards, and environmental considerations. For more information, contact Leona at Arcon Recruitment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Our Client, a large scale company in Mayo, requires a Contracts Manager to join their team. Responsibilities: Management of all high level contract activities from design to final account; Liaise with all internal departments and external key stakeholders; Prepare and update project specific programmes; Planning of master programme for all departments and projects; Co-ordinate site installation with client representatives; Liaise with key suppliers and subcontractors; Regular reporting to senior management at all stages of the project; Assist with timely submission of accurate monthly and final account claims and negotiating same; Ensure compliance with company policies including Quality control and Health & Safety; Requirements: Suitable third level Civil Engineering qualification or a proven track record delivering diverse projects; Understanding of Construction Methodology; Previous experience in a senior management role with a main contractor; Enthusiastic, motivated individual required; Strong written and verbal communication skills; Ability to use time productively, maximise efficiency and meet challenging work goals; BIM experience a distinct advantage; Tender submission experience a distinct advantage; Ability to work well in a team environment; For further information please contact Thomas in Arcon Recruitment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
We are seeking to recruit a Garden Department Manager in Co. Mayo Key Responsibilities: Oversee the production and care of plants, flowers, shrubs, and lawn care Manage crop scheduling for timing of appropriate planting and harvesting Perform propagation, irrigation, and pest management of plants Control plant growth regulation through mixing and testing fertilizers, and monitor injectors in greenhouses Responsible for greenhouse environment management and maintenance of plant material in assigned greenhouses Direct labor in the functions of crop management Oversee seasonal staff and production labor Key Requirements: Experience of similar work and/or relevant qualification is desirable. Strong knowledge of plants, flowers, and shrubs Manual Handling desirable Full clean driving licence Ability to use a variety of horticulture tools and equipment #J-18808-Ljbffr
Our client is looking for an ambitious, results-driven Digital Marketing Executive whose primary responsibility will be to drive their email, CRM and automation activity – from acquisition right through to retention. Key Responsibilities: Manage the scheduling, deployment and reporting of customer email campaigns on the Klaviyo platform. Manage and execute SMS campaigns. Plan and deliver email automations and workflows to help retain existing customers, drive conversions and build brand loyalty. Proof-read emails for clarity, grammar and spelling. Come up with new creative email ideas and develop email A/B testing strategies. Brief the internal design team and follow this through to execution. Work closely with our Klaviyo account manager & continuously keep up with the latest Klaviyo tools and report back to the online team on new opportunities for growth. Work with the wider digital teams to identify optimal channels for acquiring new email subscribers via competitions, social media campaigns and other online and offline channels. Monitor the churn of new email acquisitions and test different promotions for driving conversions. Ongoing management and continued segmentation of our email database. Track the performance of emails KPI’s against the weekly, monthly and yearly targets and communicate the performance to internal stakeholders. Support with blog and social media content. Creation of online stock reports. Develop and implement Klaviyo platform growth plan. Analysis of data to inform future email strategies and campaigns. Forward plan and manage email marketing calendar. Skills & Experience: Degree in Digital Marketing, Marketing or Communications or a related field. The ability to meet tight deadlines, multi-task and respond quickly to changing business demands. Knowledge of email marketing platforms such as Klaviyo, Mailchimp or Emarsys. Commercial awareness. A Digital Marketing Executive must know his/her target market well and have the ability to create campaigns that grab the attention of customers. Top quality analytical skills. A big part of this job involves gathering and analysing data to help understand our customer base and coming up with suggestions for improving the existing strategy. Ability to use design applications such as Canva or Photoshop. Excellent attention to detail. Excellent copy-writing skills. For more information, contact Leona at Arcon Recruitment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
