Analyst - Supply Chain

About Microchip Technology Inc.

Microchip Technology Inc. is a global technology company of about 17,000 employees, focused on building the systems and components that power everyday life. The workplace emphasizes trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, open communication, and long-term growth. Employees are encouraged to develop through structured leadership programs, values-led decision-making, and a strong community culture.

At the Ennis site in County Clare, the company manufactures and tests high-reliability electronic components for industrial, aerospace, and defense uses. The supply chain function plays an important part in protecting customer trust, supporting on-time delivery, and keeping operations running efficiently in a technically complex environment.

Role Summary

This position is suited to a practical Supply Chain Analyst / Planner with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience who is comfortable owning a scope, working cross-functionally, and improving processes in a modern manufacturing setting.

The role centers on turning demand into workable production and material plans, coordinating with internal teams, tracking performance, and helping the site maintain smooth flow across the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of production and material planning across multiple active product lines, including local and external manufacturing.
• Translate demand signals and forecasts into reliable supply and capacity plans.
• Work closely with Operations, Procurement, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Customer Service as a key coordination point.
• Track on-time delivery and revenue performance, and help improve both.
• Identify supply risks such as material shortages, capacity limits, and long lead times, then push practical corrective actions.
• Support process upgrades, ERP improvements, and decisions based on data.

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Planning and scheduling material movement through the production cycle.
• Managing material needs based on demand changes, engineering updates, and production schedules.
• Working with Procurement to strengthen inventory control and overall stock health.
• Monitoring performance measures such as OTD, inventory turns, revenue indices, and cycle times.
• Communicating supply issues clearly when they could affect customer commitments.
• Supporting ERP use and transition activities, including Microsoft Dynamics AX or a similar platform.
• Promoting continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of experience in supply chain planning, materials planning, or supply chain analysis in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• Hands-on experience with an ERP system; Microsoft Dynamics AX is especially valued.
• Strong analytical ability with the capacity to work independently and prioritize well.
• Comfort working in a fast-moving, high-reliability manufacturing environment.
• Good communication skills, a collaborative approach, and a solution-focused mindset.
• Proficiency in Excel and MS Office; SharePoint knowledge is an added advantage.

Additional Information

Travel required for this role is between 0% and 25%.

Agency Notice

Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Resumes should not be forwarded to recruiting staff or other employees, and the company will not be responsible for any fees connected to unsolicited submissions.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, onsite role based in Ennis, County Clare, Ireland.

Career and Culture

The organization promotes employee development, stability, values-based leadership, and a strong sense of community. It also supports career progression through recognized leadership programs and offers a broad platform for growth across a large global business.