Morgan McKinley is exclusively representing a key client in the distribution sector in the appointment of a Distribution Centre Manager for their South Dublin operation.
Our client is a well-established and market-leading distribution business with a strong national footprint. Due to continued growth and strategic focus on operational excellence, they are seeking a high-calibre Distribution Centre Manager to lead and optimise their South Dublin facility.
This role requires a strong, visible leader with a hands-on management style and deep systems expertise, particularly across SAP and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Culture
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Provide strong, floor-based leadership across all warehouse operations
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Lead, develop, and motivate supervisors and operational teams
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Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
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Set clear performance expectations and drive high standards
Operational Excellence
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Oversee all inbound, outbound, picking, packing, and dispatch functions
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Ensure service levels and OTIF targets are consistently achieved
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Identify and implement operational efficiencies across people, process, and systems
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Optimise labour planning and resource allocation
Systems & Data Management
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Take full ownership of SAP and WMS performance and utilisation
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Ensure system discipline, data integrity, and reporting accuracy
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Use performance dashboards and system analytics to drive decision-making
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Lead process improvements through enhanced system capability
Inventory Control
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Drive best-in-class inventory accuracy and stock control
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Oversee cycle counts and manage variance investigations
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Implement root cause analysis and corrective actions
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Reduce shrinkage and improve stock visibility
Performance & Cost Management
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Develop and track KPIs across productivity, accuracy, service, and cost
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Monitor operational performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives
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Manage budgets, labour costs, and operational expenditure
Health & Safety
Candidate Profile
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Proven experience as a Distribution Centre Manager / Warehouse Manager within a fast-paced environment
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Strong leadership capability with a hands-on, solutions-focused approach
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Extensive SAP and WMS experience (essential)
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Demonstrated success in improving inventory accuracy and operational performance
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Strong analytical capability with experience using data to drive efficiencies
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Experience managing teams, budgets, and performance frameworks
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Continuous improvement mindset (Lean / Six Sigma experience advantageous)
