Material Call-off Co-ordinator in Londonderry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

Our Safety purpose: At Kerry, we work together in a caring culture where everybody goes home safe every day. We are committed to providing a safe working environment and ensuring that all safety protocols are strictly followed. Join us in creating a workplace where safety is everyone's responsibility.

We are currently seeking a Material Call Off Coordinator to join the team. To manage inventory levels of raw material stocks, create purchase orders, and communicate orders to suppliers in line with required time frames while ensuring minimum stock levels are maintained. This role has no direct reports and is focused on ensuring the timely and accurate call‑off of materials to support production planning and operational efficiency. This is a fully on‑site position based in Coleraine, working Monday to Friday, with standard hours of 8:00–16:00 or 9:00–17:00. Coleraine specialises in the production of high‑quality sliced cheese products.

Key responsibilities:

• Work closely with external suppliers and other Kerry sites to ensure timely supply of raw material and packaging to meet site production requirements.
• Use SAP to plan and place purchase orders, manage PO dates and safety stocks.
• Maintain relevant master data to ensure it is current and accurate.
• Minimise shelf life write offs by regularly monitoring expiry dates and taking appropriate action (gain shelf life extension from supplier or re‑sell to another Kerry site).
• Manage and report on inventory levels to Supply Chain manager. Highlight risk products where demand has reduced or dropped. Take appropriate action to re‑sell / re‑classify or extend shelf life.
• Monitor and resolve Supply issues. Communicate unresolved issues to Supply Planner / Scheduler in a timely fashion to avoid or minimise lost production time.
• Resolve Invoice queries.

Qualifications and skills:

• Degree‑level qualification preferred.
• Experience in FMCG; food sector experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Supply chain experience is an advantage but not required.
• Strong awareness of ERP systems within a manufacturing environment, particularly purchasing and material planning modules. Experience with SAP is beneficial; full training will be provided.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• APICS/IPICS certification is an advantage.

Personal Capabilities:

• Communication & Knowledge: Consistently listens and communicates information clearly and in a timely manner. Ensures that relevant details are understood and keeps the supervisor and team informed about updates or potential issues.
• Business Performance Management: Plans, organises and prioritises resources and activities effectively. Achieves outcomes through efficient and appropriate methods.
• Openness and Managing Change: Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in a changing environment. Proactively seeks and considers alternative ideas, methods and approaches.
• Drive and Focus: Shows positive engagement and strong dedication to organisational goals. Maintains resilience and a goal‑oriented approach when addressing tasks or obstacles.
• Relationship Building: Develops constructive working relationships within and outside the organisation to enhance team member and company effectiveness.

What we offer: 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays).