Strategic Operations Director for Growth

Keelings; Saint Margaret’s; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Free on-site parking

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Keelings is seeking an Operations Director to lead end-to-end operations, including warehouse, logistics, transport, quality and site infrastructure. You will shape strategy, drive performance and manage a large, multi-site operation in Ireland and Europe.

Develop a high-performing culture, implement scalable processes, and ensure service excellence while pursuing growth. This role requires a commercially focused leader with strong CPC credentials and cross-functional influence.

Qualifications

• Degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field.
• Transport Manager CPC qualification required.
• Evidence of continuous professional development and leadership in operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across warehouse, logistics, transport, technical, quality, stock control and site infrastructure.
• Develop and execute the operational strategy to support growth and service objectives.
• Oversee P&L for the operational function and drive cost control and productivity.
• Sponsor technology-led improvements (automation, AI, data analytics) across the operation.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, health & safety, quality systems and regulatory standards.

Skills

Strategic leadership

P&L management

Labour planning

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Degree in Operations Management/Supply Chain/Engineering/Business

Transport Manager CPC

Tools

WMS

TMS

ERP platforms

Job description

Keelings is seeking an Operations Director to lead end-to-end operations, including warehouse, logistics, transport, quality and site infrastructure. You will shape strategy, drive performance and manage a large, multi-site operation in Ireland and Europe.

Develop a high-performing culture, implement scalable processes, and ensure service excellence while pursuing growth. This role requires a commercially focused leader with strong CPC credentials and cross-functional influence.