Head of Operations Systems & Supply Chain Optimization

Sysco Ireland; Killamonan (E.D. Finglas); On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Ireland, part of Ireland's largest foodservice provider, is hiring a Head of Operations Systems to lead national inventory, warehouse systems, and cross-functional change projects.

You will manage a 35-strong team, drive strategy in line with group goals, and ensure financial governance while pushing continuous improvement.

This senior role requires a data-driven mindset, stakeholder influence, and a proven track record in delivering complex programs.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in operations leadership or equivalent.
• Experience managing budgets and performance targets.
• Proven ability to influence across internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience leading change programs across multiple functions.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for national inventory, warehouse systems optimisation, and supply chain projects.
• Lead the National Inventory team and multiple functions (circa 35 colleagues).
• Manage a portfolio of critical change projects with financial governance.
• Lead, coach and inspire teams with clear strategic direction.
• Establish succession plans and development frameworks.
• Drive two-way communication across departments.
• Define and implement KPIs to monitor performance.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and sustainability alignment.
• Prepare and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

People leadership

Project management

Education

Degree qualified in relevant area

Job description

Sysco Ireland, part of Ireland's largest foodservice provider, is hiring a Head of Operations Systems to lead national inventory, warehouse systems, and cross-functional change projects.

You will manage a 35-strong team, drive strategy in line with group goals, and ensure financial governance while pushing continuous improvement.

This senior role requires a data-driven mindset, stakeholder influence, and a proven track record in delivering complex programs.