50 Management jobs in Portlaoise
Category Manager

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Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional's and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
**About Abbott Diabetes Care**
Abbott is the global leader in Diabetes Care with the number one continuous glucose monitor worldwide. We are delivering breakthroughs for people living with diabetes with the highest level of accuracy in our unmatched sensing technology, we have more than 7 million Freestyle Libre users globally.
**This is how you can make a difference at Abbott:**
In this important role, you will lead category sourcing initiatives focusing on Packaging, encompassing local, domestic and international purchasing opportunities. You will be establishing, articulating, and implementing sourcing strategies, with an emphasis on introducing new suppliers to support the expansion in Kilkenny. This entails obtaining program buy-in from various stakeholder organizations, managing project plans, identifying the resources to support the objectives, and driving projects through complex sourcing processes, ensuring end results meet the requirements of all organisations impacted.
To fulfil this role, you will need a proactive approach that is relationship oriented, customer focused, analytical and data-driven, creative and committed to continuous improvement. Experience in working on new supplier onboarding is a plus.
**What You'll Be Doing:** **:**
+ Overall strategic ownership of suppliers/commodities within the Packaging category.
+ Working closely with business stakeholders in Corporate and Divisional functions to enable business continuity, including driving implementation plans.
+ Nurturing stakeholder relationships by serving as a strong business partner, helping to identify business critical needs and requirements while providing operational support that meets immediate and long-term demands.
+ Being a strategic representative of Abbott, across disciplines, industry and within the community.
+ Proactively identify areas of opportunity for business process improvement.
+ Providing insights to business units on how to optimize and refine Abbott and Supplier processes to improve effectiveness.
+ Influencing business units to align with strategic initiatives that enable effective operational efficiencies across the enterprise.
+ Effective operational leader capable of driving effectiveness for the category.
+ Ability to assess overall needs and react to anticipated and unanticipated disruptions.
+ Driving financial performance thorough supply base management, and category capability building.
+ Strong cost focus, delivering savings, managing negotiations and escalations, and driving value add / value engineering analysis.
+ Influencing and partnering with business leaders to manage and align business needs and requirements for the category.
+ Monitoring global market dynamics and anticipating business critical actions that may be required for business continuity.
+ Being a key relationship manager with category suppliers, driving risk management, and enhanced development of a flexible agile supply base.
**Qualifications and experience**
+ Degree in related discipline.
+ At least 5+ years of combined / related experience in a procurement / buying / category management role.
+ Industry experience in paper packaging / labels - preferable.
+ Experience in a manufacturing environment preferable.
+ Effective relationship building skills, capable of engaging stakeholders at all levels.
+ CIPS qualification (or equivalent) -preferable
**What's in it for you:**
+ Pension
+ Healthcare
+ Bonus
+ Life insurance
+ Disability insurance
+ Paid maternity leave
+ Parental leave
+ Adoptive leave
+ Flexible working
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Abbott is an equal opportunities employer
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call or email
Quality Operations Manager

Posted 12 days ago
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Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
**Abbott in Ireland**
Abbott has been operating in Ireland since 1946 and serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott currently employs about 6,000 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo.
**Abbott Diabetes Care Kilkenny**
Abbott Diabetes Care has opened a new site, in Kilkenny, that is at the forefront of Diabetes care with the latest technology, to manufacture FreeStyle blood glucose test strips and FreeStyle Sensors for use in diabetes management. Among Abbott Diabetes Care leading brands are the FreeStyle Precision, FreeStyle Lite and FreeStyle Libre systems.
**This is how you can make a difference:**
As a Quality Operations Manager you will guide our team of Quality Team Leads and Engineers. In this role, you will be pivotal in ensuring our site delivers safe and effective products that meet customer needs while maintaining compliance. You will implement quality standards and execute compliance at every stage of the process.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Lead a team of quality professionals to achieve individual, team, and site goal.
+ Develop and implement quality assurance strategies and regulations.
+ Ensure compliance with Quality, Abbott Division, and Corporate Procedures and Standards by developing and implementing all required Quality and EHS documentation.
+ Assess potential risks, ensure compliance, and provide recommendations.
+ Take responsibility for all quality control aspects of the process, including laboratory studies, clinical research, testing, operations, raw materials, production, and finished products or services.
+ Facilitate audits and regulatory inspections.
+ Liaise with external vendors, contractors, or suppliers to ensure their products or services meet our organization's quality standards.
+ Coordinate quality training sessions.
+ Implement quality standards and ensure compliance at every stage of the process.
**Education and Experience:**
+ Minimum NFQ Level 8 in Science/Engineering or a relevant qualification.
+ At least 2 years of experience in a similar position.
+ Proven problem-solving abilities.
+ Quality management experience gained in a regulated industry is essential.
**Why Join Us?**
We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.
If you're passionate about quality management and want to make a difference in a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply today!
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Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call or email
Senior Engineering Manager

Posted 12 days ago
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At Abbott, you will play a crucial role to help people live more fully at all stages of their lives. Abbott is a global healthcare leader, and our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional products and branded generic medicines. Our 113,000 colleagues have a daily impact on the life of people in more than 160 countries.
**Abbott Ireland**
In Ireland, Abbott employs around 6,000 people across ten sites. We currently have seven manufacturing facilities located in Clonmel, Cootehill, Donegal, Longford, Sligo & Kilkenny and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo. Abbott also has commercial, support operations and shared services in Dublin and Galway. We have been making a difference in the lives of Irish people since 1946.
**This is how you can make a difference at Abbott:**
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Senior Engineering Manager to lead Global engineering activities across our network of manufacturing sites. This is a fantastic opportunity to drive innovation, sustainability and excellence in a collaborative environment.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Oversee operations engineering activities, ensuring products are manufactured consistently according to Abbott quality standards.
+ Support operations engineering across multiple manufacturing sites, driving standardisation, performance and continuous improvement globally.
+ Drive engineering excellence programs across multiple engineering disciplines.
+ Anticipate and resolve high-level issues impacting operational success.
+ Drive risk assessments across products, processes and manufacturing lines across our global network.
+ Support manufacturing & product quality investigations accessing impact across network of products and processes.
+ Lead end-to-end project management, ensuring timely and budget-compliant project execution.
+ Make strategic decisions regarding project priorities and resource allocation.
+ Identify and mitigate risks through early assessment and effective strategies.
+ Set and monitor performance indicators, leading project audits (scope, schedule, quality, cost).
+ Drive operational efficiencies and optimizations within manufacturing processes.
+ Foster open and honest relationships with colleagues, customers, contractors, and vendors.
+ Manage department financial planning, including multi-year budget generation.
+ Hire, retain, and develop a diverse engineering team, providing ongoing feedback and mentoring.
+ Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, Clinical, and Regulatory departments to meet objectives.
+ Ensure compliance with FDA, GMP, and other regulatory requirements by developing and monitoring systems and procedures.
+ Uphold initiatives related to Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Environmental, Health & Safety requirements.
**Education and Experience:**
+ Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a closely related field; equivalent technical experience may be considered.
+ A minimum of 8 years of significant engineering and/or operational experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a highly regulated industry.
+ Post-graduate education or degree is desirable and may contribute to the required experience.
+ PM qualification preferred.
+ SS Greenbelt certification is a plus.
+ Proven track record of leading large-scale automated manufacturing lines with a focus on performance and continuous improvement.
+ Strong knowledge of FDA, GMP, Environmental, Health & Safety regulations, and Quality Management Systems (QMS).
+ Expertise in project management, including budgeting, scheduling, and cross-functional collaboration.
+ Demonstrated leadership in building and managing high-performing engineering teams.
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to negotiate and reconcile differences.
**What we Offer**
Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay, as well as benefits such as
+ Family health insurance,
+ Excellent pension scheme
+ Life assurance
+ Career Development
+ Growing business plus access to many more benefits.
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Abbott is an equal opportunities employer.
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Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call or email
Operations Team Lead
Posted 15 days ago
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Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
**Abbott in Ireland**
Abbott has been operating in Ireland since 1946 and serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott currently employs about 6,000 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo.
**Abbott Diabetes Care Kilkenny**
Abbott Diabetes Care has opened a new site, in Kilkenny, that is at the forefront of Diabetes care with the latest technology, to manufacture FreeStyle blood glucose test strips and FreeStyle Sensors for use in diabetes management. Among Abbott Diabetes Care leading brands are the FreeStyle Precision, FreeStyle Lite and FreeStyle Libre systems.
**Main purpose of the role:**
Ensure that production targets and schedules are achieved for their process area. Responsible for driving the process of continuous improvement and lean principles.Responsible for their shifts' performance with respect to safety, quality, on-time delivery and cost. Line manager to operator and technicians within their process area.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Maintain high level of visibility with production staff. Use hands-on approach to communicate daily and involve production staff in problem solving.
+ Develop a high-performance work team with high levels of worker morale, satisfaction, and performance.
+ Create and maintain a respectful work environment by listening, seeking facts to support decisions, managing one's own reactions, and addressing unacceptable behaviour.
+ Help production staff succeed through performance management. Provide coaching and performance communication to support development.
+ Review general status of production schedules to identify and resolve problems.
+ Ensure the desired product quality levels are achieved through use of standard work and training to those standards, training in operation and inspection techniques, and use of tools/data.
+ Provide training and coaching to improve standard work, work center organization (5S), and housekeeping. Actively provide change leadership as required.
+ Support and foster an environment of continuous improvement by encouraging production staff to challenge existing processes and implement solutions that enhance the overall effectiveness of the operation.
+ Support production staff in understanding company policies and practices.
+ Maintain time and production records.
+ Take notice of process related problems and support production staff in taking corrective action to improve the overall performance of the team.
+ Communicate with and listen to production staff on a daily basis regarding work team performance, strategic initiatives, policy changes, safety, quality, etc.
+ Communicate with other Process Area Leads and appropriate personnel regarding equipment, safety, work schedules, company policies and practices, performance improvement plans, etc.
+ Hires and retains a diverse, highly qualified staff and provides ongoing performance feedback. Maintains a safe and professional work environment.
+ Promotes and ensures a quality culture within the Process Area.
+ Complies with company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
**Qualifications/Experience:**
+ Minimum Level 7 NFQ qualification.
+ 3+ years of experience in developing a team.
+ Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
+ Strong multitasking abilities.
+ Excellent communication skills.
**What are the benefits and perks of working at Abbott Kilkenny?**
+ Health Insurance for you and your family
+ Pension
+ Life insurance
+ Short Term Disability Protection
+ Long Term Disability Protection
+ Flexible working
+ Carers leave
+ Education Assistance
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Abbott is an equal opportunities employer
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.
To request accommodation, please call or email
Sr Director. Product Management (Global Payroll)
Posted 16 days ago
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With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we're only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on.
At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all.
Here, we know that you're more than your work. That's why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose - a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you're passionate about our purpose - people -then we can't wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We're united by purpose, inspired by you.
About the Role:
As the Senior Director of Product Management at One View, you will spearhead the strategic vision and execution of UKG's One View Product and play a pivotal role in driving our product innovation strategy forward. This role requires a balance of high-level strategic thinking, people leadership, and hands-on execution. You will be responsible for ensuring that our One View product delivers seamless, user-centric experiences that align with our broader business objectives and customer needs.
This is a high-impact leadership role where you will be responsible for defining the future of our One View Product, enhancing performance, features, and global compliance, ensuring UKG continues to provide world-class, reliable solutions to millions of users.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Vision:
+ Develop and execute the strategic vision and roadmap for the One View platform, ensuring alignment with UKG's overall product strategy and business goals.
+ Working with the broader suite Product team to ensure that our strategy and execution align to the suite vision.
+ Lead cross-functional collaboration with engineering, Cloud, UX, and business teams to deliver a unified and compelling user experience.
+ Advocate for and drive the adoption of innovative technologies and practices that enhance the One View platform's capabilities and user satisfaction.
+ Identifying new revenue streams and growing the product offering
Execution & Product Development:
+ Own the full product lifecycle for One View-from research and ideation to launch and continuous improvement.
+ Define KPIs and success metrics to measure the platform's impact on user engagement, satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
+ Collaborate with engineering leadership to prioritize development efforts and manage technical debt effectively.
+ Work closely with our Customer Experience Teams to ensure the platform is delivering for both internal and external stakeholders.
+ Leverage AI to ensure we are constantly looking at how we revolutionize the complex world of global payroll.
Customer & Market Focus:
+ Engage with customers, internal stakeholders, and industry leaders to understand evolving needs and challenges related to integrated platform solutions.
+ Formulate competitive differentiation strategies to ensure One View continues to revolutionize the complex world of global payroll.
+ Evangelize the benefits and improvements of One View across the company, ensuring alignment with business and customer needs.
+ Working in collaboration with the Customer experience teams to run formal feedback forums and build advocacy for the Product
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Leadership:
+ Lead and mentor a high-performing team of product managers and UX professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and ownership.
+ Partner closely with engineering, managed services, and other business units to ensure One View's success aligns with UKG's strategic objectives.
+ Influence executive leadership on the One View strategy, ensuring alignment with overall corporate goals.
+ Working with the broader product teams to work on suite level initiatives to deliver meaningful outcomes for customers.
Qualifications & Experience:
Required:
+ 10-15+ years of product management experience in a technology-driven organization, with a proven track record of leading and mentoring teams.
+ Strong understanding of integrated platform solutions and user experience design principles.
+ Experience in enterprise SaaS and a deep understanding of HCM or related industries.
+ Experience working in high-availability and compliance-driven environments.
+ Analytical, metrics-driven thinker with a user-centred, data-driven approach to product development and decision-making.
+ Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills, with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
Preferred:
+ Experience in leading SaaS product management organizations and a deep understanding of the HCM industry.
+ Proven track record of entering new spaces and rapidly building expertise.
+ Background in change management and a demonstrated growth mindset.
Why Join UKG?
+ Be at the forefront of transforming how businesses manage their human capital through innovative platform solutions.
+ Lead a high-impact initiative within a customer-focused and innovative environment.
+ Collaborate with some of the best minds in the industry, driving real impact for businesses worldwide.
+ Competitive compensation, equity opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that truly values work-life balance.
Ready to shape the future of integrated platform solutions at UKG? Apply today!
Where we're going
UKG is on the cusp of something truly special. Worldwide, we already hold the #1 market share position for workforce management and the #2 position for human capital management. Tens of millions of frontline workers start and end their days with our software, with billions of shifts managed annually through UKG solutions today. Yet it's our AI-powered product portfolio designed to support customers of all sizes, industries, and geographies that will propel us into an even brighter tomorrow!
UKG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace, including the recruitment process.
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Key Account Manager

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**Pharmacy Sales Representative, Midlands, Ireland**
Field-based across Carlow, Kildare, Laois, Wicklow, Offaly, Westmeath, Kilkenny & Wexford
Are you a seasoned pharmacy sales professional with a passion for healthcare and a business-owner mindset? We're looking for a resilient, driven, and strategic Pharmacy Sales Representative to champion leading consumer healthcare brands across the Midlands.
You'll be the face of innovation, building strong relationships with pharmacy stakeholders, driving sales, and delivering impactful campaigns that make a real difference to customers and communities.
**What You'll Do:**
+ Own your territory and drive brand uptake through smart, data-driven account planning.
+ Build lasting partnerships with pharmacies, delivering value through education, promotions, and commercial excellence.
+ Collaborate cross-functionally to unlock growth opportunities and overcome market challenges.
+ Be a role model for ethical business practices and agile decision-making.
**What You'll Bring:**
+ 5+ years of pharmacy-level experience in consumer healthcare.
+ A degree in Business, Marketing, Science or related field.
+ Exceptional communication, negotiation, and planning skills.
+ A valid driver's licence and the flexibility to travel.
**Why Join Us?**
Be part of a team that's shaping the future of pharmacy sales. We're committed to innovation, integrity, and impact-and we're looking for someone who's ready to make their mark.
**Ready to take the next step?**
Apply now and bring your energy, expertise, and entrepreneurial spirit to this exciting opportunity.
Please note:
+ Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity.
+ Candidates attend interviews at their own cost. Unfortunately, expenses incurred to attend an interview are not covered by IQVIA.
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IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.
To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.
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