Operations Manager

What Do We WantYour primary day to day function is to manage warehouse activities across site.You will be able to provide up to date information and communicate to the highest level internally and externally, whilst ensuring that all service levels are met and where possible exceeded.You will manage and drive productivity and accuracy to maximise all resources whilst ensuring adherence to customer service levels and targets.You will lead by example, you will actively promote and foster a culture where health & safety, hygiene, quality and customer service are of the highest priorityYou will need to be experienced in the FMCG businessYou also need to have the ability to absorb and disseminate information clearly.We would like you to be flexible and able to carry out any ad-hoc duties that may be required in your role. You should have the ability to work well under pressure and be able to work at a consistent pace.You will be a people person, and a good communicator both verbally and writtenYou will be very organised in your approach and you will be an analytical thinker. You will have a “can do” attitude.What Your Day to Day Looks LikeAs an Operations Manager in a bonded warehouse, your day will involve overseeing the daily operations, ensuring compliance with customs regulations, and managing inventory processes. You'll manage the process of the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods, ensuring that all activities are recorded accurately in line with legal requirements. Your role will also include leading a team, optimizing warehouse processes for efficiency, and liaising with customs officials to resolve any issues related to bonded goods. Additionally, you'll monitor stock levels, manage logistics, and ensure that all warehouse operations run smoothly and safely.Measuring and reporting the effectiveness of the department activities.Communication of Key metrics.Analysis of operation and staff.The completion of daily operational audits.Drive development & mobilisation of standardised training and skills improvement within the Supply Chain.Manage, daily Warehouse and Transport operations ensuring all staff are operating to the required standards and rates.Recommending measures to improve quality of service, increasing efficiency of department and team members and equipment performance.Compliance with health & safety and the reduction in loss time accidentsControl and management of absence within contractual levels People development incorporating the completion of reviews Budgetary responsibility with scope of functional accountability warehouse labour and associated productivity targetsMaximize warehouse utilization and associated operational spaceWhat Skills Do I need For This RoleHard working & flexibleStrong IT skillsHigh levels of attention to detailEnthusiastic & energeticFast learnerCalm under pressureAt least 2-3 years’ experience in a similar roleStrong understanding of customs regulations and bonded warehouse requirements.Overall Knowledge of Supply Chain with associated Qualification. Excellent IT skills,Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)Strong leadership and people skillsStrong data Analysis.Ability to adhere to strict deadlinesDegree/Qualification preferredWhat Behaviours Are Most Important To usFamily is in our DNA at Primeline, we are a family run business of over 30 years which has grown into a 350million turnover business today.We instil a sense of family in how we operate and support each other and our teams.We feel it is important to respect every person and every role, we understand that all colleagues and every role has an impact on our business. We are all part on one team and all share a common goal.We feel it is important to have integrity throughout our business, keeping honesty at our core.We seek to give recognition to others and show loyalty and support to our colleagues, our customers and to Primeline. We were founded on the principle of "making things happen" and we thrive on accomplishing what we set out to achieve.We continuously strive to improve and increase our capabilities.We make keeping what we have committed to, the measure of our honour.Who We AreWe are the largest independent Irish provider of Logistics, and Sales and Marketing. Our company values represent all our combined views and feelings about who we are and our culture here at Primeline. Our values are Respect, Excellence, Courage, Teamwork and Results, and these values determine how we behave when doing our job, working with our teams and when dealing with our many customers and principles. Our business is diverse and well cultured, with over 50 different nationalities and 5 different generations working side by side every day.What We DoWe move 1 million boxes per week, we have over 100,000 square foot of warehousing and we employ over 600 direct employees across the Primeline Group, from warehouse operatives, transport drivers, field sales representatives and many support roles based in our Head Office located in Ashbourne, Co. Meath. Primeline is multifaceted, and we operate across many industries including FMCG, retail, pharmacy, media, automotive, print, ambient food and technology and we provide cutting edge supply chain solutions to companies operating in Ireland. We proudly service over 4500 retailers.Where We Are GoingWe continue to develop our leadership teams to ensure that Primeline remains a place where people want to come to work every day, and a place where people can learn and strive towards their future goals. We will continue to create an environment where people can be at their best. Retaining our current customer blue chip companies and multinational brands and growing new business which by providing best brand execution will be key to our success. We will build the best r partnerships with our principles and customers and we will continue to drive a values-based culture.