Operations Manager

National Vehicle Distribution; Dublin; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Leave Purchase Programme

Long Service Awards

Staff Purchase Schemes: Tyres

Staff Purchase Schemes: Tools

Bike to Work

Discounted Gym Membership

Death In Service Benefit

Digital GP Service

Job summary

National Vehicle Distribution in Ireland seeks an experienced Operations Manager to lead daily manufacturing and conversion operations, driving safety, productivity, quality and cost efficiency across production lines.

You will oversee plant maintenance, supply chain coordination, inventory management, and continuous improvement, aligning strategic targets with floor execution. Strong leadership and Lean/Six Sigma knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive operations management experience in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma principles.
• Experience with ERP systems and ISO standards (desired).
• Proven leadership of frontline supervisors and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily production and operations to meet schedules and targets.
• Lead Lean, 5S, and Six Sigma initiatives to reduce waste and improve flow.
• Enforce EHS policies and regulatory compliance with zero accidents.
• Collaborate with Quality to maintain product quality and ISO compliance.
• Manage budgets and control labour/material costs with KPI tracking.
• Hire, mentor, and develop a high-performing operations team.
• Coordinate procurement and logistics to align inputs and finished goods.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Quality improvement

Education

Engineering or Operations Management degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About NVD

A family-owned business, established in 1980, NVD was set up to assist vehicle manufacturers in the timely and incident-free distribution of their products. We’ve established ourselves as a one-stop shop providing the three main pillars of outbound logistics, including transporting, storing, and enhancing our customers’ vehicles, prior to delivery to their end location. Since 1980 NVD has been at the forefront of pioneering the digitisation of the FVL industry.

Role Summary

The Operations Manager leads day-to-day manufacturing and conversion operations, driving safety, productivity, quality, and cost efficiency across production lines. This role bridges strategic targets and tactical floor execution of, overseeing plant maintenance, supply chain coordination, inventory management, and continuous improvement.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pension Scheme

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Annual Leave Purchase Programme

• Long Service Awards

• Staff Purchase Schemes:

  • Tyres
  • Tools

• Bike to Work

• Discounted Gym Membership

• Death In Service Benefit

• Digital GP Service

Key Responsibilities

• Production Management: Direct daily operations to meet production schedules, output targets, and customer demand while minimizing downtime. This also include daily operations meeting with all production staff.

• Continuous Improvement: Spearhead Lean, 5S, and Six Sigma initiatives to reduce waste, shorten lead times, and optimize workflow efficiency.

• Safety & Compliance: Enforce strict EHS (Environmental Health and Safety) policies, ensuring regulatory compliance and maintaining zero accidents on site.

• Quality Assurance: Partner with Quality teams to maintain high product quality standards, root out defect causes, and ensure ISO/industry compliance.

• Budget & Cost Control: Manage operational budgets, control labour/material costs, and track key operational metrics with the Cafco Balanced Scorecard.

• Team Leadership: Hire, mentor, and build a high-performing operations team, fostering clear communication and cross-functional accountability.

• Supply Chain & Inventory: Coordinate with procurement and logistics to align raw material inputs and finished goods inventory with demand forecasts.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: degree in engineering, Operations Management or related field desirable but not essential

• Experience: 5+ years of progressive operations management experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Technical Skills: Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma principles ERP systems and ISO standards (Desired)

• Leadership: Proven track record of managing frontline supervisors and cross functional teams with strong conflict resolution and decision-making skills.

Equal Opportunities Statement

National Vehicle Distribution is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value openness, innovation, customer focus, and operational excellence. Our organisation actively promotes equality and prohibits discrimination based on gender, marital/civil status, family status, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion, or membership of the Traveller community, in accordance with Irish and UK equality legislation. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.