Operations and Distribution Manager

Choice Stores; Ireland; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local retail company in Ireland seeks an Operational Leader to manage its Distribution Centres. The role involves overseeing logistics, inventory, and driving operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience in logistics, strong commercial awareness, and a hands-on approach in a retail environment. This full-time position offers competitive pay and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

20 days annual leave

Career progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Staff discount and wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in warehouse, logistics, or distribution management.
• Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent team management, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations across our Distribution Centres.
• Drive efficiency, cost control, and improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards and company policies.

Skills

Leadership in warehouse or logistics

Commercial awareness

Problem-solving skills

Team management

Experience with warehouse management systems

Job description

About Choice Stores

Choice Stores is a proudly 100% Irish-owned retailer, known for great value, bright and welcoming stores, and teams who take pride in delivering a great customer experience. With a growing presence across Ireland, we're deeply committed to supporting local jobs, local suppliers, and the communities we serve. Our locally led business model keeps us agile, people-focused, and responsive to what really matters: our teams and our customers. As we continue to expand, we're looking for passionate, driven individuals to join us and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our operations. At the heart of our growth is our Support Office—where innovation meets execution. We're now seeking a dynamic and commercially minded Operational Leader to oversee our Distribution Centres and lead the operational strategies that power our store network and e-commerce channels.

Your Role

As an Operational Leader at Choice Stores, you will be responsible for managing and optimising the day-to-day operations of our Distribution Centres. From logistics and inventory to team leadership and cross-departmental coordination, you\'ll ensure that products flow seamlessly across our network to deliver the value and service our customers expect. This is a high-impact role where strong leadership, commercial awareness, and a passion for continuous improvement come together to drive performance and efficiency.

What You'll Do

• Lead daily operations across our Distribution Centres, including logistics, inventory, and deliveries.
• Drive efficiency, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards and company policies.
• Work closely with Buyers, Marketing, Web, and Finance teams to support sales and promotional activity.
• Lead, coach, and develop operational teams to deliver high performance.
• Manage operational budgets, KPIs, and provide regular performance updates.

What We're Looking For

• Proven leadership experience in warehouse, logistics, or distribution management.
• Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent team management, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with warehouse management systems and operational technology.
• A hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary package
• 20 days annual leave
• Career progression opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Staff discount and wellness initiatives

Bring your operational expertise to a role where making things happen really counts.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Retail