Warehouse and Distribution Lead

Location:

Dublin, IE, D02 TY74

At Perrigo, we are driven by our mission to Makes Lives Better Through Trusted Health and Wellness Solutions, Accessible to All. We are proud to be a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula. Dedicated to providing The Best Self-Care for Everyone, we are the people behind the brands you trust. We are Opill®, Compeed®, Solpadeine®, NiQuitin®, ACO®, and many more. We Are Perrigo. We are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of our colleagues and consumers alike. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture where each person can experience a sense of belonging.

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Description Overview

The Warehouse and Distribution Lead is responsible for optimizing our warehouse network and ensuring peak efficiency. This role requires a balance of strategic vision and hands-on operational expertise to define and implement best practices, SLAs, and KPIs with our 3PL Logistics providers. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Supply Planning team to support business objectives and deliver cost-effective, high-quality service to our customers.

Scope of the Role

Strategic Planning: Develop and implement SLAs and KPIs to meet company goals.
Operational Excellence: Establish and improve best practices in logistics operations.
Innovation and Efficiency: Drive scalability, cost savings, and service quality.
Performance Analysis: Use data to guide strategic decisions and enhance operations.
Compliance: Ensure adherence to regulations and company policies.
Vendor Management: Build strong partnerships and manage contracts.
Project Leadership: Lead infrastructure upgrades and technology integration.
Team Leadership: Inspire and guide warehouse management teams.
Budget Management: Track and manage the Cluster Logistics budget.
Continuous improvement initiatives – through operational excellence.
Ownership of Warehouse and Distribution performance metrics – e.g. cost to serve, best practices.
Oversight of Operational regulation and compliance – as per agreed standards.

Experience Required

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).

Experience: Minimum of 7 years in warehouse management, supply chain operations, or logistics, with significant strategic leadership experience.

Skills:

Strategic thinking, operational expertise, project management, negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Familiar with Logistics Management Systems

Familiar with Business ERP system(s) and or associated systems

Strong Excel Analytics

Demonstrate strategic vision and operational know-how.

Leadership: Acts decisively and engages effectively with stakeholders.
Problem-Solving: Resolves complex issues and drives continuous improvement.
Communication: Collaborates confidently with all levels.
Multitasking: Manages multiple projects and priorities.
Accountability: Energetic, driven, and accountable for self and team.

Benefits
We believe our people are our greatest asset. Alongside competitive compensation, we offer benefits tailored to supporting you and your family, as well as career development opportunities to ensure you feel valued and supported, both professionally and personally.

Find out more about Total Rewards at Perrigo.

Hybrid Working Approach
We love our offices and the setting they provide for in-person collaboration and celebration. But we also appreciate the opportunity to work remotely can energise you too, so we promote flexibility with the ability to work two days a week from home in many roles.

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