Supply Chain Planner

About the Role

BOC Limited, a Linde company, is seeking a Supply Chain Planner based in Leixlip, County Kildare, Ireland. This position involves overseeing supply management from several global suppliers to various manufacturing sites worldwide, ensuring inventory targets are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate supply chain activities involving multiple global suppliers and manufacturing locations to maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Manage international freight transportation including ocean, air, courier, and expedited shipments while optimizing an annual freight budget around $4 million.
• Ensure strict compliance with global freight regulations, customs requirements, and all export/import documentation.
• Oversee the performance and relationships with suppliers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), freight forwarders, and customs brokers.
• Drive strategic initiatives aimed at reducing supply chain costs, improving process efficiency, enhancing supplier dependability, and increasing planning accuracy.
• Initiate and manage orders and develop dependable supply routes especially for new territory expansions.

Candidate Profile

• A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related discipline, or significant equivalent experience in supply planning, global logistics, or international supply chain operations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of global freight compliance, customs laws, and international trade documentation protocols.
• Experience handling substantial freight expenditures, exemplified by managing approximately $4 million per year in freight costs.
• Advanced analytical capabilities, proficient use of Excel or spreadsheets, and experience with ERP or planning systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• Strong communication skills for clear presentation of insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Demonstrated personal integrity and adherence to business ethics.

Why Join BOC?

BOC is the UK and Ireland’s largest industrial, medical, and specialty gases supplier, contributing to vital applications like emissions reduction, life-saving oxygen provision, and food preservation. Our core values—Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, and Community—are deeply embedded and shape a workplace culture emphasizing safety, ethical conduct, innovation, and inclusivity.

As part of Linde, a global leader, we provide vast opportunities for career growth and impact worldwide. Employees enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package including pension, life assurance, generous paid leave, flexible leave options, and access to a rewards platform offering health, wellbeing, and retail savings benefits.

Diversity and Inclusion

We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive workplace where every individual feels welcome and empowered. We are committed to reasonable accommodations to support candidates in presenting their best selves during the hiring process.

Additional Information

Applicants are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every criterion fully. BOC welcomes diverse candidates and values potential as well as experience.

Contact Details

Your contact at BOC Limited is Alexandra Birney. All gender designations in this job description are for simplicity and inclusive of all individuals.