Job Title: Market Supply Executive
Location: Fox & Geese
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About Irish Distillers, a Pernod Ricard company
Irish Distillers, a Pernod Ricard company, is a producer of some of the world’s most well-known and successful Irish whiskeys and Ireland’s leading supplier of spirits. Irish Distillers is part of Pernod Ricard’s Gold Brand Unit – Aged Spirits and Champagne, a division which brings together an exceptional and prestigious portfolio of whiskey, cognac and champagne brands.
Led by Jameson, our Irish whiskeys are driving the success of the category globally. Jameson, crafted for smoothness at the Midleton Distillery, is the world’s bestselling Irish whiskey, a top 3 international whiskey brand and a top 10 international spirits brand. Our Midleton Distillery whiskeys are exported to 130+ markets around the world. As creators of conviviality, our collective spirit is fueled by a blend of passion, pride and human connection.
About The Role
We are currently recruiting for the position of Market Supply Executive. The position is based at our Bottling Plant in Fox & Geese Clondalkin and will report to the Market Supply Team Lead. The role will manage all aspects of export order management, shipping and global market supply requirements for our international markets and build relationships with Market Companies as well as IDL Stakeholders through ongoing contact and formal Brand Co/Market Co handshake process.
Main responsibilities will include:
- This role handles all aspects of export order management, shipping and market relationship requirements for our Global Markets within the supply chain function of IDL within the Gold Brand Unit.
- Receipt & Management of the forecast, processing and dispatch of sales orders for all Group and non-Group companies outside of the Republic of Ireland, for both cased and non-cased goods.
- Efficient daily processing within IT systems: SAP, Connect, Power BI dashboards.
- Daily liaison with Customers, Freight Forwarders and Warehouse personnel.
- Manage Supply Review (BC/MC handshake) calls on a monthly basis and achieve targeted KPIs at both group and local level including Volume Fill, Order Modifications, Forecast accuracy and Net requirement publication and analysis.
- Working closely with demand planning team to manage and improve market performance.
- Timely management of customer complaints on the group complaint management system (Loop).
- Front-line logistics point of contact for our export customers.
- Efficient planning and optimization of containerized shipments.
- Ensure compliance to strict security procedures for transport of high value goods.
- Regular liaison with third party bottling co-packers.
- Work on assigned projects and identifying process improvement opportunities.
- Dealing with Customers’ allocations, in terms of achieving targeted figures.
- Integral member of Supply Chain Division, with regular interaction with many IDPR stakeholders, namely Planning, Bottling, Quality, Brand Marketing, Finance, IT etc.
- Contribute to Supply Chain Planning, Sales & Operational Planning and Forecasting processes on a regular basis.
- Assist the inventory team in managing and minimizing SSOS for your markets and IDL.
- Other ad hoc duties
Essential Experience
- Effective communication skills, including the ability to liaise confidently with internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong planning and organisational skills with high attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
- Relationship‑building skills, particularly with customers and cross‑functional teams.
- Team‑oriented approach with flexibility and adaptability.
- Strong numerical and analytical capability, including interpretation of data and Power BI insights.
- Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI).
Desirable Competencies
- Negotiation skills for managing customer interactions and supply chain discussions.
- Continuous improvement mindset, with experience identifying or implementing process enhancements.
- Understanding of budgeting principles and financial impact within supply operations.
- Experience working with global markets or diverse stakeholder groups.
- Knowledge of integrated supply chain planning processes (S&OP, forecasting cycles).
What we offer
We understand our people are our special ingredient and at different points, employees require different supports at different stages of their working lives. Our benefits, perks and programmes look to support your employee journey. We want to make you feel recognised and valued for your contribution to our shared success. Some of offerings include;
- Hybrid working; A blended working arrangement of up to 2 days a week working from where you work best
- Profit share; - An annual profit share scheme to reward your contribution to the company’s success.
- Allowance; an annual allowance to spend on our portfolio of products and merchandise, for you to enjoy responsibly.
- People Development: We enable continuous development for our people at every stage of their careers through our people development, online learning, and leadership training programmes.
- Family leave: fully paid maternity, parent and paternity leave, allowing you spend precious time with your new family member
- Parental Support: Our ‘Reconnect’ programme includes access to a workplace parenting coach, a phased return to work and a supportive environment for new parents
- Health & Wellbeing; Our Wellbeing Programme “THRIVE” supports employees across the three main pillars: Life, Body and Mind
- Charity Days: up to 2 days paid leave every year to volunteer at a charity of their choice
At Irish Distillers, we know that great spirits are crafted by blending unique ingredients, and we believe the same is true for people. We actively welcome individuals from all walks of life, and warmly welcome those with diverse religious backgrounds, ethnicities , members of the Irish Travelling community, genders, abilities, and identities. It’s the mix of our experiences, voices, and cultures that gives us our true character.”
Learn more about working with Irish Distillers, a Pernod Ricard Company – www.irishdistillers.ie/careers
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Job Posting End Date:
2026-04-30