Operations Manager: Medical Devices & ISO 13485

Cpl Group; Limerick; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cpl Group is seeking an experienced Operations Manager for a market-leading healthcare and pharmacy supplies client in Limerick. You will oversee daily operations in a regulated medical device environment, focusing on safety, quality, and efficiency.

The role requires strong leadership, change management, and a track record of enhancing performance in ISO 13485 settings. You will collaborate with Quality and Regulatory teams and drive continuous improvement across functions.

Qualifications

• Significant operations management experience in a regulated life sciences environment.
• Proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with change management and organisational transformation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations to meet safety, quality, service, cost and delivery targets.
• Ensure ISO 13485 compliance and regulatory requirements are met.
• Collaborate with Quality/Regulatory to maintain audit readiness.
• Drive continuous improvement and track KPIs.
• Plan resources and workforce according to business needs.
• Foster accountability and development within teams.
• Support succession planning and employee growth.
• Coordinate cross-departmental efforts to achieve business goals.
• Identify operational risks and implement mitigations.
• Assist introduction of new products and technologies.

Skills

Operations management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Change management

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Tools

ISO 13485 QMS

Job description

Cpl Group is seeking an experienced Operations Manager for a market-leading healthcare and pharmacy supplies client in Limerick. You will oversee daily operations in a regulated medical device environment, focusing on safety, quality, and efficiency.

The role requires strong leadership, change management, and a track record of enhancing performance in ISO 13485 settings. You will collaborate with Quality and Regulatory teams and drive continuous improvement across functions.