Warehouse Manager

Fannin Ltd; Ireland; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Warehouse Manager to oversee daily operations in a regulated warehouse environment. You will lead a team, manage recruitment and training, improve processes, and ensure compliance with safety standards. This position requires at least 5 years of experience in warehouse management, preferably within the pharmaceutical industry. The role fosters collaboration with logistics and quality teams to maintain operational efficiency while adhering to GMP/GDP standards.

Benefits

Life assurance

Paid holidays

Parking

Pension

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a warehouse management role, preferably within the pharmaceutical or regulated industry.
• Experience in people management with a willingness to support developing teams.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, order picking, packing, and dispatch.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with logistics and quality teams to resolve supply chain issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Relevant warehouse management experience

Tools

Stock management system Sage

Microsoft Office including Excel

Job description

Company Description

At Vital Healthcare we provide the medical devices, medicines and diagnostic products that help healthcare professionals and patients across the Island of Ireland and the UK manage illness and restore health. We seek to be the best service provider of Medical Devices, Medicines and Services to the healthcare sector. Our brands in Ireland include Fannin & Medisource. With the heritage of caring dating back to 1829 we have the track record to support our claims. We deliver confidence in our ability, we have the financial strength to sustain and develop our business which is underpinned by our dedicated workforce. Fannin is continually expanding its product portfolio in both the medical and pharma sectors both organically and through acquisition. We have an active partnering strategy and are always seeking partnership opportunities in the fields of pharmaceuticals, medical devices and diagnostic products. Whether you’re a manufacturer seeking a distribution partner for the UK or the Irish market, a healthcare professional looking to commercialise an innovative concept, or a start‑up in the med‑tech sector, Fannin has expertise to deliver your products. Medisource delivers pharmaceutical supplies across Europe and is a market leader in the sourcing and supply of exempt medicinal work with a diverse range of organisations offering expertise in life‑cycle management from pre‑launch medicines to discontinuation strategies for mature products. Medisource holds both a manufacturing and wholesale distribution licence and is fully qualified to import from outside Europe. In recent years, we have made a number of acquisitions in the pharma and medical devices sectors which provide us with the perfect platform for growth in our existing markets and new growth areas. All of these relationships mean that we can bring you more products, more know‑how and more ways to care for life.

Job Description

Warehouse Manager.

The Warehouse Manager oversees daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, order picking, packing, and dispatch of pharmaceutical goods. Leading a team, they manage recruitment, training, performance, and ensure compliance with GMP/GDP standards. They also work on process improvements, inventory management, and collaborate with logistics and quality teams to resolve supply chain issues and maintain adherence to safety policies.

The Warehouse Manager will oversee daily operations within a fast‑paced, GDP/GMP regulated warehouse environment. They will be responsible for leading a team of five managing recruitment, training, performance and continuous improvement. They will collaborate with other departments within the business to ensure timely and accurate distribution of critical medical products while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, order picking, packing, and dispatch of pharmaceutical goods.
• Identify opportunities to streamline warehouse processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Manage cycle counts, stock reconciliation, and inventory optimisation activities.
• Ensure that warehouse equipment is maintained according to manufacturers’ recommendations and regulatory standards.
• Maintain a safe and clean warehouse environment.
• Provide direction and guidance to warehouse team in managing their daily work priorities.
• Ensure your team are trained and competent in their areas of responsibility and adhere to all company safety policies.
• Responsible for managing the full employee lifecycle for your team to include recruitment, training & development, absence management & performance management.
• Recognise and celebrate success on a team and individual level.
• Collaborate with other departments including logistics and procurement to schedule deliveries and ensure seamless operations.
• Resolve supply chain issues or delays in conjunction with logistics & customer services.
• Work with quality & regulatory to ensure adherence to GMP/GDP standards and internal SOPs across all supply chain processes.
• Liaise and interact with suppliers, customers, service providers as required.

Experience & Profile

• Minimum of 35 years experience in a warehouse management role, preferably within the pharmaceutical or regulated industry.
• Experience in people management with a willingness to support developing teams, is essential.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build internal/external relationships at all levels.
• Strong organisational, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Proactive and motivated approach, with a view to implement continuous improvement and best practice processes.
• Experience in stock management system Sage, Microsoft Office including Excel is preferable.

Other Information

• This role is a full‑time, permanent role.
• Available to work beyond normal business hours as required.
• Full clean driving licence recommended.

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Life assurance
• Paid holidays
• Parking
• Pension

We may require you to carry out other reasonable duties as the company may require from time to time. All Vital Healthcare staff work within quality management systems and the above will apply to the product portfolio.

Vital Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities Employer.