Senior Warehouse & Operations Manager

Hartley People

  • Waterford
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
  • Apply easily
Hartley People Recruitment are seeking a Warehouse Operations Manager to oversee a fast-paced and well-established organisation based in Waterford.This is a key leadership role, offering the opportunity to drive performance, manage a dynamic team, and contribute to ongoing operational excellence.The Role
  • Lead and manage all warehouse operations including goods-in, storage, order picking, packing, and dispatch
  • Act as a point of contact for customer-related delivery queries, resolving issues and maintaining service levels
  • Ensure internal processes align with customer requirements and agreed SLAs
  • Supervise and develop the fulfillment team—setting goals, monitoring performance, and promoting high morale
  • Manage warehouse budgets across labour, equipment, and logistics
  • Identify opportunities for greater efficiency and cost savings without compromising standards
  • Oversee health & safety compliance and ensure safe operation of equipment and procedures
  • Maintain inventory accuracy and implement best practice stock control
  • Liaise with internal departments (Customer Service, IT, Sales) and external partners (Couriers, Transport Operators)
  • Report on KPIs and performance metrics to senior management
The Person
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a warehouse management or senior supervisory role
  • Strong customer focus with experience handling service issues/escalations
  • Commercially aware with experience managing budgets
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
  • Proficient in WMS or ERP systems
  • Hands-on, proactive, and solutions-driven
  • A qualification (Level 7 or 8) in Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field is desirable
The Offer
  • Competitive salary
  • A supportive and rewarding work environment
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Career advancement opportunities in a growing international business
  • Rewards and recognition programmes
  • Annual bonus
For more details please reach out to jessica@hartleypeople.com for a confidential conversation.Hartley People Recruitment work to the highest ethical standards within our industry and we value the trust that you place in us when you send your CV. We can provide a full consultation in confidence and we guarantee that your CV will not be sent to any of our clients without your prior consent.

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