186 Distribution Manager jobs in Ireland

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 & wellness initiatives

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

Global Distribution Manager – High-Volume Healthcare Distributor (Dublin)

Location: Dublin, Ireland

Sector: Global Healthcare Distribution

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced
Global Distribution Manager
to lead operations at a high-volume healthcare distribution center in Dublin. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient movement of critical healthcare products across international markets.

The Role

As Global Distribution Manager, you will oversee all aspects of distribution center operations, driving excellence in
people leadership, regulatory compliance (GMP/GDP), and process optimization
. You will lead and inspire a large team, ensuring delivery performance meets the highest standards while building strong partnerships with stakeholders across the global supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the distribution center team, fostering a high-performance culture built on accountability and collaboration.
• Ensure
  full compliance with GMP/GDP standards and regulatory requirements
  ,
• Manage day-to-day distribution operations including order fulfilment, transportation, inventory control, and ERP documentation.
• Report on KPIs across service, people, delivery, and safety; drive corrective and preventive actions where needed.
• Implement lean methodologies to improve space utilization, flow, and overall efficiency.
• Champion best-in-class housekeeping (7S principles) and a strong health, safety, and quality culture.
• Oversee training, succession planning, and performance management to ensure a resilient, skilled workforce.

Candidate Profile

• 8- 10 years plus managing large-scale
  distribution center or warehouse operations
  within
  pharmaceutical, medical device, or healthcare logistics
  .
• Demonstrated
  people management expertise
  , with a proven record of motivating and building effective teams.
• Strong knowledge of
  GMP/GDP, FDA regulations.
• Results-driven, with the ability to deliver improvements in complex, high-volume environments.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills; ability to influence across all levels.
• Proficiency with
  ERP systems
  ; Lean/continuous improvement expertise is a strong advantage.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

The Next Step for you:

• Should this position be of interest to you please forward your CV to Sarah Mac Mullan from Next Generation Recruitment or alternatively call on the main line on
  
• Next Generation are specialists in Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Quality, Technical and Operation (permanent, contract and temporary) positions.
• Applications are in strict confidence.
• Next Generation will never share your data outside of our organisation without your prior written consent.
• Please read our Data Protection Policy on our website.

Dublin, Ireland

Date posted

Oct 15, 2025

Job number

Work site

3 days / week in-office

Travel

0-25%

Role type

Individual Contributor

Profession

Supply Chain

Discipline

Fulfillment & Logistics

Employment type

Full-Time

In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.

Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. Our infrastructure is comprised of a large global portfolio of more than one hundred datacenters and one million servers. Our foundation is built upon and managed by a team of subject matter experts, who work tirelessly to support digital services for more than one billion customers and twenty million businesses in over ninety countries worldwide.

Within CO+I, the Core Datacenter Services (CDS) team is responsible for improving overall availability and efficiency for Microsoft's cloud business. We have multiple teams focused on both Microsoft and Lessor datacenter performance and all aspects of datacenter utilization effectiveness that includes power, water and labor.

We are seeking Datacenter Distribution Manager to support the Operational Supply Chain across datacenters in our Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region. This role will own developing the strategy to scale and optimize our datacenter transportation, warehousing, and distribution to support critical environment spares and Microsoft's AI infrastructure delivery.

Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience managing operational logistics, inclusive of domestic transportation, international transportation/customs compliance, and warehouse operations within Europe, Middle East, and Africa.
• Experience managing third-party vendors for transportation and warehousing services
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Statistics, or related field AND experience in procurement, supply chain, logistics, operations-related roles, or engineering OR equivalent experience.
• Experience setting up and managing industry standard transportation management systems (TMS)

While not required, we also look for the followingPreferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Cloud Computing Infrastructure/High Tech logistics and distribution.
• Master's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Statistics, or related field AND experience in procurement, supply chain, logistics, or operations-related roles OR Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Statistics, or related field AND experience in procurement, supply chain, logistics, or operations-related roles OR equivalent experience.
• Experience setting up and managing industry standard warehouse management systems (WMS)

Background Check Requirements:

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:

• Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

• Core Focus: Manage and evaluate the logistics operations of multiple distribution centers across North and South America, including aligning operations and improving upon key performance indicators (KPIs) at scale.
• Measure Success: Manage processes, cadence, rhythm, throughput, and capacity standards of off-site locations. Quantify and communicate the business value created through distribution and fulfillment operations, including measurable impact on cost, cycle time, and carbon emissions.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Identify and act on opportunities to further develop logistics operations. Evaluate and drive improvement across third-party or contracted logistics providers, assessing the impact of changes and systems enhancements to minimize risks while optimizing performance.
• Benchmarking: Conduct competitive analysis on integrated logistics with benchmarks for the industry. Independently seek out market insights and best practices. Use these insights to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
• Vendor Management: Lead third-party carrier and warehouse management processes, such as selection, qualification, performance evaluation, and risk assessment. Set operational standards, define best practices, and ensure compliance.
• Strategic Collaboration: Lead long-term strategic alignment with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Develop network design flow and models, leveraging expertise with network optimization, modeling, and simulation tools. Establish continuity plans for strategic and operational success.

Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.

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Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

Be the Driving Force Behind Premium Seafood Logistics

Are you a motivated logistics professional looking to take the lead in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Do you thrive on bringing structure to complex operations and ensuring things move on time, every time?

This is your opportunity to step into a key leadership role where your expertise in warehouse and transport management will directly impact the delivery of premium seafood across Ireland and beyond.

You'll be at the intersection of two leading forces in the industry:

Cheflink Seafood, known for delivering top-quality seafood to the foodservice market, and Eurolink Food Transport, specialists in streamlined, reliable cold-chain logistics. Together, we make sure our customers get nothing but the best, and we're looking for someone like you to help lead that mission.

Key Responsibilities Warehouse Operations.

• Oversee daily warehouse activities aligned with business KPIs and targets.
• Lead and support warehouse team leaders and staff.
• Maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety, Food Safety, and Quality Assurance standards.
• Ensure efficient stock management, conduct weekly stock counts, and report findings.
• Monitor and improve warehouse performance metrics (e.g. kg picked per hour, delivery accuracy, cost per kg).
• Implement employee engagement and development practices in collaboration with HR.
• Keep operational records up to date, including fridge temperature logs and SFPA compliance.

Transport Operations

• Plan and manage all domestic seafood transport operations.
• Maintain and regularly update the master transport schedule.
• Ensure efficient trailer load planning and minimize empty space.
• Monitor and control transport costs and cost-per-kg KPIs.
• Maintain strong relationships with transport suppliers, always ensuring alternatives are available.
• Review driver tachograph data and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Manage fuel consumption through monthly analysis.
• Ensure all PODs are returned promptly and documentation is customs-compliant, including post-Brexit requirements.
• Prepare reporting for all operational meetings and track service performance KPIs.
• Be available to support weekend operations and attend trade shows or training as required.

Requirements

• 5–10 years of experience in warehouse & internal distribution management.
• Demonstrated leadership and strong communication skills.
• Large-scale transport solutions experience (nationwide preferred).
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety and transport compliance legislation.
• Experience managing third-party logistics contracts.
• Degree or qualification in Transport, Business, or related field.
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work weekends and be on-call.

What We Offer

• A dynamic and supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to grow within a well-established company.
• Ongoing training and the chance to attend industry events.
• Competitive salary (based on experience).

Cheflink Seafood Ltd is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From €45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Robinstown, CO. Meath: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• Warwhouse & Internal Distribution Management: 3 years (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Warehouse & Internal Distribution Manager – Permanent role – Co. Meath

Be the driving force behind high-quality logistics.

If you are an experienced logistics leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, this is your chance to take control of warehouse and transport operations that deliver premium products across Ireland and beyond.

We are looking for someone who can bring structure, energy, and leadership to a busy operation — ensuring everything runs smoothly, safely, and on time, every time.

Salary:
€50,000

Duties:

• Warehouse Operations
• Lead day-to-day warehouse activities to meet key targets
• Manage and support team leaders and warehouse staff
• Maintain high standards in health, safety, and food quality
• Oversee stock control, weekly counts, and accurate reporting
• Improve warehouse performance (speed, accuracy, cost)
• Keep records updated (e.g. temperature logs, compliance checks)
• Support staff development and engagement with HR
• Transport Operations
• Plan and manage domestic seafood transport across Ireland
• Maintain and optimise the master transport schedule
• Reduce empty trailer space and manage transport costs
• Ensure legal compliance (tachograph data, customs, Brexit rules)
• Build strong supplier relationships and backup plans
• Track key KPIs like cost per kg and delivery accuracy
• Oversee POD returns and documentation
• Provide reports for operational meetings
• Be available for weekend cover, trade shows, or training

Skills:

• 5–10 years' experience in warehouse and transport management
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Experience with national transport operations and logistics contracts
• Solid understanding of H&S, food safety, and compliance
• Great attention to detail and a problem-solving mindset
• Comfortable working in a busy, deadline-driven environment
• Relevant qualification in logistics, business, or related area
• Willing to support weekend operations when required

If you would like to hear more regarding this position, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Leanne Thornton or call Leanne on If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered for this or other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided. Please submit your updated CV in Word Format If you are living in Ireland and hold a VALID WORK PERMIT, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Apple is where individual imaginations come together, driven by shared values that fuel great work. Every product we build, service we create, and customer experience we deliver is shaped by collaboration and a commitment to excellence. Our strength lies in the diversity of our people and their ideas, inspiring the innovation that defines everything we do. Here, you won't just join something-you'll contribute to something meaningful.

Description

The SAP team deliver world class IT solutions to support Apple's internationally renowned supply chain. We are seeking an experienced SAP Manager to grow, develop and lead a new regional team in Cork. The successful candidate will oversee the successful delivery of SAP projects, in partnership with Business and IS&T teams across the world. The role requires excellent SAP leadership and functional skills, operating in a highly integrated multi-functional environment. The ideal candidate will have experience leading large teams to deliver large scale SAP implementations. The SAP Manager will be responsible to grow and develop the SAP SD team in Cork. The position requires strategic leadership, strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to partner with regional and global business teams to drive efficiency and innovations. We are searching for an individual who is strategic, results-driven, and capable of leading in a sophisticated, fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Significant experience in managing people, with a focus on leadership and team development.
• Proven ability to guide, mentor, and support both new and experienced project managers in achieving project goals and organisational objectives.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, including excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience leading global, cross-functional teams consisting of both employees and contractors
• Track record in managing SAP implementations in complex environments.
• Demonstrable experience delivering SAP Projects either as Manager, Project Manager or Consultant.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in forecasting & budgeting multi-million dollar projects.
• Good knowledge of SAP SD configuration, including organisation structure, master data, pricing, outputs, sales, logistics execution & billing.
  Knowledge and/or experience of implementing SAP S/4HANA, SAP BTP and related technologies.

Submit CV

Apple is where individual imaginations come together, driven by shared values that fuel great work. Every product we build, service we create, and customer experience we deliver is shaped by collaboration and a commitment to excellence. Our strength lies in the diversity of our people and their ideas, inspiring the innovation that defines everything we do. Here, you won't just join something-you'll contribute to something meaningful.

Description

The SAP team deliver world class IT solutions to support Apple's internationally renowned supply chain. We are seeking an experienced SAP Manager to grow, develop and lead a new regional team in Cork. The successful candidate will oversee the successful delivery of SAP projects, in partnership with Business and IS&T teams across the world. The role requires excellent SAP leadership and functional skills, operating in a highly integrated multi-functional environment. The ideal candidate will have experience leading large teams to deliver large scale SAP implementations. The SAP Manager will be responsible to grow and develop the SAP SD team in Cork. The position requires strategic leadership, strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to partner with regional and global business teams to drive efficiency and innovations. We are searching for an individual who is strategic, results-driven, and capable of leading in a sophisticated, fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Significant experience in managing people, with a focus on leadership and team development.
• Proven ability to guide, mentor, and support both new and experienced project managers in achieving project goals and organisational objectives.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, including excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience leading global, cross-functional teams consisting of both employees and contractors
• Track record in managing SAP implementations in complex environments.
• Demonstrable experience delivering SAP Projects either as Manager, Project Manager or Consultant.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in forecasting & budgeting multi-million dollar projects.
• Good knowledge of SAP SD configuration, including organisation structure, master data, pricing, outputs, sales, logistics execution & billing.
  Knowledge and/or experience of implementing SAP S/4HANA, SAP BTP and related technologies.

Submit CV

Morgan McKinley is delighted to be partnering with a key client to recruit a
Warehouse & Distribution Branch Manager
for their busy Dublin site. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced operational leader with strong commercial awareness to take ownership of a flagship branch, driving efficiency, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

The Role

As Warehouse & Distribution Branch Manager, you will have full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the branch, spanning warehouse, distribution, logistics, sales, and customer service functions. You will ensure operational excellence while delivering against financial targets and identifying growth opportunities in a competitive market.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a balance of strategic oversight and tactical execution. You will be accountable for developing and motivating your team, strengthening customer and supplier relationships, and ensuring the branch achieves its operational and commercial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Management:
  Oversee warehouse, distribution, inventory control, and order fulfilment to ensure a seamless and efficient operation.
• Leadership & Development:
  Lead, mentor, and motivate a multi-disciplinary team, building capability and driving a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Customer & Supplier Engagement:
  Build long-term relationships with key customers and suppliers, ensuring service excellence, retention, and business growth.
• Commercial Performance:
  Manage branch P&L, budgets, and margins. Analyse performance, implement corrective actions, and deliver on financial targets.
• Market Awareness:
  Monitor local market trends and competitor activity, identifying new opportunities to grow market share.
• Compliance & Safety:
  Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and health & safety regulations.
• Reporting:
  Provide accurate and timely reporting to senior management on KPIs, sales performance, expenses, and profitability.

Requirements

• Degree in Business, Operations, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a management role within warehouse, distribution, or related operational environments.
• Proven track record of delivering year-on-year growth and improving operational performance.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills, with the ability to influence and mentor staff.
• Financial acumen with experience managing budgets and interpreting financial data to drive decisions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.