Head of Operations Systems & Optimization

FHLB Des Moines; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Ireland is seeking a highly experienced Head of Operations Systems to lead national inventory, warehouse systems optimisation, and cross-functional supply chain projects. You will manage a ~35-strong team, drive budgets and performance targets, and shape the operational strategy in line with group goals.

The role requires 10+ years of relevant experience, a degree in a related field, and a proven ability to lead change, influence stakeholders, and deliver continuous improvements across the

Qualifications

• 10+ years' leadership experience in operations or supply chain.
• Degree or professional qualification in a relevant field.
• Strong strategic, financial, and change-management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for national inventory and warehouse systems.
• Oversee budgets, performance targets and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional teams and manage stakeholders across Sysco Ireland.
• Set KPIs and drive operational excellence and sustainability alignment.
• Develop succession plans and training frameworks for future capability.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Project management

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Continuous improvement

Team development

Change management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree or relevant qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Sysco Ireland is seeking a highly experienced Head of Operations Systems to lead national inventory, warehouse systems optimisation, and cross-functional supply chain projects. You will manage a ~35-strong team, drive budgets and performance targets, and shape the operational strategy in line with group goals.

The role requires 10+ years of relevant experience, a degree in a related field, and a proven ability to lead change, influence stakeholders, and deliver continuous improvements across the