Head of Operations - Wicklow

Job Title – Head of Operations

Job Location – Co. Wicklow

Salary – €80K - €100K

About the Company:

Our client is currently recruiting for an experienced Head of Operations within the FMCG environment. They will be involved in overseeing the end-to-end operations of the business, including production, supply chain management, logistics, and procurement.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing operational strategies that align with the company’s overall goals while ensuring regulatory compliance and maintaining the highest quality standards.

You will play a key role in the senior management team and work closely with cross-functional departments to support business expansion.

If you have what it takes for this role, then get in touch!

Duties Involve:

• Develop and manage the UK supply chain strategy, optimizing logistics from sourcing to delivery.
• Ensure compliance with UK and EU regulations and lead logistics partners to improve distribution efficiency.
• Oversee production operations in collaboration with the Production Manager and Team Lead to ensure cost efficiency and smooth workflow.
• Contribute to and execute operational strategies to ensure cost-efficiency and scalability in alignment with the company’s growth and overall business strategy.
• Partner with the Production Manager and Team Leaders to implement lean production systems and drive ongoing operational improvements using performance metrics.
• Lead supplier relationship management in partnership with key stakeholders, overseeing strategic procurement negotiations and sourcing to support long-term business goals.
• Oversee production planning and collaborate with the Production Manager to ensure efficient scheduling and inventory control that meets demand forecasts.
• Collaborate closely with Product Development, Retail, Sales, and other internal teams to ensure operations are aligned with broader business objectives.
• Contribute to HACCP development through working with our Quality team and ensure all operations comply with health and safety regulations.
• Support recruitment, training, and staff development initiatives ensuring team capabilities align with business needs.
• Ensure all operations meet BRCGS, health, and safety standards, supporting audits and maintaining the highest quality of raw and finished goods.

Skills Required:

• 8+ years in senior operations roles, ideally with direct responsibility for daily operations in FMCG or food production.
• Proven ability to execute operational strategies that drive efficiency and scalability.
• Experience in managing UK logistics, including procurement, distribution, and supply chain for multiple retailers.
• Experience implementing lean methodologies to optimize operations and managing budgets to drive cost-efficiency.
• Strong knowledge of BRCGS or equivalent, food safety, health & safety standards, and experience managing audits.
• Certifications in Lean Six Sigma or similar operational methodologies (Desirable)
• Excellent Communication skills.

For more information surrounding the role, feel free to contact Caolán on 015 314 886 or please send across your CV for consideration.

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