Associate Director, Warehouse Operations

• Ensure safe work practices are being followed at all times, report any near misses immediately to the EHS Department
• Strategize, develop, and Implement clear SLAs and KPIs for PCI Ireland Warehouse Network, ensuring alignment with Site Operational Goals
• Lead the establishment and ongoing enhancement of best practices and operational solutions, driving Operational Excellence and service quality across the warehouse network
• Spearhead continuous improvement and innovation initiatives, focusing on scalability, cost-efficiency, and service optimization within the warehouse operations
• Collaborate with the Supply chain team to strategically design and optimize the warehouse network to meet future business demands and Supply Chain requirements
• Conduct comprehensive performance analysis of the warehouse operations, leveraging data and metrics to inform strategic decisions and drive operational improvements
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and adherence to company policies across all Warehouse activities, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency
• Negotiate and manage contracts with third-party vendors and service providers, establishing strong partnerships and ensuring performance standards are consistently met
• Lead and manage significant projects to enhance Warehouse infrastructure, technology integration, and overall functionality, ensuring they meet strategic business objectives
• Provide strategic leadership and direction to the Warehouse management teams, promoting an environment of teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Carry out various other additional tasks that may be required from time to time in accordance with the overall goal of the company

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a warehouse management, supply chain operations, or logistics
• Minimum of 5 years in team management experience in warehouse, supply chain operations, or logistics, including significant experience in a strategic & Operational leadership role
• Experience in a GMP or Regulated Environment
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic SLAs, KPIs, and best practices in a warehouse environment
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with a proven track record of leveraging data and metrics to drive decision-making and operational improvements
• Advanced project management skills, with experience in leading large-scale projects and cross-functional teams
• Excellent negotiation skills and experience in managing relationships with external vendors and service providers
• Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain management software, warehouse management systems, and the latest industry technologies
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead, motivate, and inspire teams
• Problem Solving and Troubleshooting skills
• Self-motivated with a results driven approach
• Flexibility to work across different shifts on request in line with business needs
• Adaptable and ability to work collaboratively
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (incl. Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)

Experience in Lean Manufacturing, including experience in Lean tools to develop continuous improvements