Supply Chain Planner

The Supply Chain Planner is a key part of the KDP Beverage Concentrates Supply Chain team and reports to the Sr. Manager Supply Chain.  This role is based in Newbridge, Co. Kildare and operates on a Hybrid work model.

The role is part of a team of six dedicated planning & schedulers responsible for managing the production planning and materials management processes across two sites (Ireland & United States). This role ensures that the production plan for their area meets the evolving business demand signal, and is aligned with the overall inventory strategy to support service levels and minimize obsolescence. The Supply Chain Planner will work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain efficiency and support business goals.

What you will do:

• Develop and maintain production plans that align with business demand forecasts and inventory strategy.
• Manage the materials planning process to ensure the availability of raw materials and components while minimizing obsolescence.
• Coordinate supply chain activities between the Ireland and St. Louis sites to ensure consistency and alignment to hit KPIs (CFR, OTIF, Obso reduction).
• Monitor and adjust planning parameters in response to changing demand, production capabilities, and inventory targets.
• Collaborate with production, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure seamless supply chain operations.
• Conduct root cause analysis for supply chain disruptions and own corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain KPIs to track planning performance and inventory health.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and support initiatives aimed at enhancing supply chain efficiency.
• Prepare reports and present data-driven insights to stakeholders.

At KDP Ireland, you will find that:

• We aspire to have the top talent within the industry and are committed to maintaining an extraordinarily brilliant, remarkably diverse, and decidedly engaged team.
• We invest in the development and growth of our employees and promote continuous learning to enable progressive career tracks.
• We offer a competitive salary and bonus structure, and excellent employee benefits including private medical care, pension contributions, and holiday entitlements.
• We provide Global exposure – As a multi-national CPG with HQ offices in the USA and peers operating in five countries, there are opportunities to share international perspectives and experiences.
• We have an active interest in the community - We run events throughout the year to support local charities, people & communities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years experience in production planning and/or materials management.  Multi-site coordination is preferable.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, including inventory management and production scheduling.
• Proficiency in SAP and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with international teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs.

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partners brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it! 

Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us? 

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~29,000 employees to grow and develop.  We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.