Working Life
- Knowledge and understanding of specialised areas pertaining to different supply chain functions.
- Technical, analytical and creative skills that are fundamental to problem‐solving and decision‐making.
- Appreciate and respond to the critical issues of globalisation, the internationalisation of business and corporate responsibility as they relate to supply chain operations.
- Describe and discuss various concepts of operations management related to supply chain management and grounded in the SCOR model.
- Evaluate performance of supply chain activities and identify opportunities for improvement and integration
- Respond to rapid changes in demand and capacity by adjusting and optimising supply chain activities
- Use operations management models and best‐practice techniques to address new or emerging situations and changes
Qualities -
- Working in the area of forecasting and planning, purchasing, procurement, logistics, operations, inventory management, customer service, transport, distribution or warehousing.
- Interested in applying best practice in the management and development of SCM practices in your enterprise.
- Active in team resolution of day to day recurring problems.
- Have a level 7 qualification or industrial experience in the field
Interests - Supply Chain Specialist
This occupation is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Enterprising
Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.
Administrative
Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.
They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.
Entry / Progression - Supply Chain Specialist
Pay & Salary - Supply Chain Specialist
* The lower figures typically reflect starting salaries. Higher salaries are awarded to those with greater experience and responsibility. Positions in Dublin sometimes command higher salaries.
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