Site Operations Manager (Warehousing)

Hunter Savage; Antrim; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing and wholesale distribution business seeks a Warehouse / Site Operations Manager for their Lisburn location. This mid-senior level position involves leading and developing site teams, managing ERP system implementations, and driving process improvements across warehousing operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive people management experience and a strong background in ensuring operational efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity to join an organization with strong values and a reputation as a trusted supplier in multiple sectors.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Warehouse / Site / Operations Manager in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong people management capability with experience leading large teams.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems, including implementation or major system upgrade.
• Demonstrated success in process improvement and operational development.
• A structured, resilient leader who can balance strategic thinking with day-to-day execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and motivate site teams, building a high-performance culture.
• Take ownership of ERP systems usage and optimisation.
• Drive process improvement initiatives across warehousing.
• Ensure operational KPIs and cost targets are achieved.
• Embed best practice in health & safety, compliance, and operational governance.

Skills

People management

ERP systems

Process improvement

Change management

Strategic thinking

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Hunter Savage is partnering with a well-established manufacturing and wholesale distribution business to appoint a Warehouse / Site Operations Manager for their Lisburn operation. This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for site performance, people management, systems, and continuous improvement.

Location: Lisburn

Contact: Conor O'Hagan

Top 3 Things to Know About This Job

• People-first leadership role - success is driven by your ability to lead, engage, and develop teams
• Systems-led transformation - ERP experience is critical, with real scope to influence how the site operates
• Operational impact - you will have full ownership of site performance and continuous improvement

The Opportunity

Reporting into senior leadership, you will lead a large warehouse and distribution function, ensuring safe, efficient, and scalable operations that support a diverse customer base across the UK, Ireland, and export markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and motivate site teams, building a high-performance culture with clear accountability
• Take ownership of ERP systems usage, optimisation, and ERP implementation projects
• Drive process improvement initiatives across warehousing, inventory, and dispatch operations
• Ensure operational KPIs, service levels, and cost targets are consistently achieved
• Embed best practice in health & safety, compliance, and operational governance

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Warehouse / Site / Operations Manager in a fast-paced environment
• Strong people management capability with experience leading large teams
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems, including implementation or major system upgrade
• Demonstrated success in process improvement, change management, and operational development
• A structured, resilient leader who can balance strategic thinking with day-to-day execution

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected, long-established organisation with strong values, a broad product range, and a reputation as a trusted supplier across multiple sectors.

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic, inclusive workplace that values innovation and professional growth.

Next Steps

For further information, and to apply for this Operations Manager position or other Operations Management opportunities, please contact Conor O'Hagan or visit our Website.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

• Manufacturing, Strategy/Planning, and Supply Chain
• Freight and Package Transportation and Warehousing and Storage

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