Global Operations Manager - County Meath

Global Operations Manager - County Meath

Position Overview
As Global Operations Manager you will be responsible for leading and optimising operational activities across sites in Ireland and the US, with a view to growing into other regions worldwide. This role ensures efficiency, effectiveness of all products, and compliance in global standards, while driving alignment with the company’s strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader with experience in multinational operations, supply chain management, and cross-cultural team leadership.

Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and execute global operational strategies to support business growth and efficiency.
• Responsible for international supply chain, logistics, vendor management, and distribution channels.
• Standardise and streamline operational processes across international plants, ensuring consistency and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop, monitor and analyse KPIs to drive performance improvements (OTD, MTF, Cost) across various plants.
• Ensure compliance with international trade laws, local regulations, and corporate governance standards.
• Lead, manage, and develop diverse teams across multiple timezones and cultures.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align operations with corporate objectives.
• Implement and optimise global systems (ERP, CRM, automation tools) for operational excellence.
• Manage early life support teams to maximise customer experience with product launch.

Interested applicants should have:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or a related field (Master’s degree a advantage).
• At least 5 years' experience in operations management, with significant international exposure.
• Proven track record in managing global supply chains, logistics, and multi-country operations.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing cross-cultural teams.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and operational management software.
• Strong understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to travel as required.

An advantage to have:
• Experience in emerging markets and navigating complex regulatory environments.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to fast-changing global business conditions.
• Strategic & global mindset
• Operational excellence & process improvement experience