Head of Warehouse Operations

RITTS; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

RITTS in Dublin is seeking a Head of Warehouse Distribution Operations to lead a major warehouse function and shape the strategy for performance and growth. You will drive operational excellence, set high standards for safety, and deliver initiatives to scale our distribution capabilities across the network.

The role requires strong leadership with a track record of transformation, hands-on ERP/WMS expertise, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Qualifications

• Extensive leadership experience in a senior operations role.
• Proven ability to drive cost reductions and efficiency gains.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse, distribution and supply chain processes.
• Experience implementing Lean/Six Sigma.
• Proven capability to develop and lead high-performance teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations and ensure service quality.
• Drive continuous improvement programs across the function.
• Lead transformation and automation initiatives.
• Optimise ERP, WMS and related systems.
• Manage budgets and control costs.
• Develop and engage teams.
• Ensure health, safety and compliance standards.

Skills

Leadership

Warehousing experience

Logistics management

Lean Six Sigma

ERP systems

WMS

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Tools

ERP systems

WMS

Job description

Head of Warehouse Distribution Operations

Location: Dublin, Ireland

Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time | on-site

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Operations to join an established organisation and take responsibility for leading and developing a significant warehouse operational function.

This senior leadership position will focus on driving operational excellence, improving business performance and delivering transformational change across a complex, fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will combine strong people leadership with commercial awareness, strategic thinking and a continuous improvement mindset. There will be a particular emphasis on optimising processes, leveraging technology and developing operational capabilities to support future business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Oversee daily operations, ensuring efficiency, service quality and achievement of business objectives.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive operational excellence through Lean, Six Sigma and process optimisation initiatives.
• Business Transformation: Lead change programmes, introducing automation, technology and improved ways of working.
• Technology & Systems: Optimise ERP, WMS and other operational systems to improve productivity and scalability.
• Commercial Management: Manage operational budgets, control costs and identify opportunities for sustainable improvements.
• People Leadership: Lead, develop and motivate high-performing teams, promoting accountability and employee engagement.
• Strategic Planning: Contribute to long-term operational strategy and support business growth.
• Compliance & Risk: Maintain high standards of health and safety, quality, regulatory compliance and business continuity.

Experience & Skills Required

• Proven experience in a Head of Operations, Senior Operations Manager, General Manager or equivalent leadership role.
• Strong operational management experience gained within a complex, high-volume environment, involving warehousing, logistics, distribution or supply chain operations.
• Demonstrated success in leading business transformation, operational improvement and organisational change.
• Experience implementing Lean, Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems, WMS and operational technologies.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, optimise resources and deliver sustainable cost improvements.
• Strong commercial acumen and analytical problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to develop and engage teams while delivering measurable operational results.
• Sound understanding of operational governance, health and safety, compliance and risk management.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity for an experienced operations leader to make a meaningful impact within an established business.

The position offers significant scope to influence operational strategy, lead business improvement initiatives and introduce new ways of working.

It will particularly appeal to someone who enjoys combining strategic leadership with practical operational delivery, developing teams and implementing improvements that deliver measurable business value.

All applications will be treated in strict confidence.