Operations & Supply Chain Team Lead
Location: Co. Tipperary
Who Are KOS Ergonomics?
At KOS Ergonomic Solutions, we are proud to be a market leader in providing Ergonomic solutions for all our valued customers within Ireland and internationally across Europe. Our specialist and talented teams continue to provide the best quality full solution Ergonomics services tailored to fit each individual’s client needs across our two office locations (Tipperary and Dublin) within Ireland. It is our mission to continue to improve the health and wellbeing of all our customers (many of Ireland’s largest multinationals) along with placing utmost importance on the health and wellbeing of our people who work with us towards the KOS journey.
About the role:
Join KOS and help shape how our Operations function grows
KOS Ergonomic Solutions is a leading provider of workplace ergonomic solutions across Ireland and Europe. We partner with many of Ireland’s largest organisations, delivering ergonomic consultancy, workplace assessments, specialist equipment and workplace furniture. We are seeking a hands-on Operations & Supply Chain Lead who enjoys taking ownership, improving processes and leading a team in a practical, fast-paced environment.
This is a broad operational role with responsibility across supply chain, purchasing, warehouse operations, stock management, systems, fleet and premises. It offers significant scope to make an impact on how the business operates day to day, with a clear progression pathway towards a Business Operations Manager role and associated products.
What you will do:
Team leadership & Operations
• Plan and prioritise the workload of the Operations and Stores team
• Set clear expectations, deadlines and standards.
• Manage team performance, training and day-to-day delivery.
• Maintain visibility of key operational KPIs and workload. Report clearly on progress, risks,
delays and decisions required.
• Use data and quality checks to identify trends and improve performance.
Supply Chain, Purchasing & Warehouse
• Purchasing, order processing, managing repairs and warranty issues.
• Maintain accurate stock levels and reorder controls.
• Oversee goods-in, goods-out, picking, packing, dispatch and returns.
• Coordinate purchasing, stock availability, scheduling and deliveries.
• Work with suppliers to resolve delivery, quality, pricing and product issues.
• Maintain strong warehouse organisation and stock control standards.
Product Operations & Systems
• Own operational coordination of the product lifecycle and new product launches.
• Maintain accurate product, supplier, purchasing and stock information within the ERP
system.
• Ensure product records, specifications, pricing, images and supplier data are accurate
and complete for website and ERP.
• Identify system or process gaps and implement improvements.
Fleet and Premise Management
• Manage the day-to-day company vehicle fleet, including servicing, maintenance, repairs,
CVRT/NCT requirements and insurance documentation.
• Maintain accurate fleet records, ensure required vehicle checks are completed and
follow up on damage, maintenance or compliance issues.
• Coordinate maintenance, repairs and servicing of company premises and equipment.
• Ensure routine premises, equipment and safety checks are completed and recorded.
• Support Health & Safety requirements across the office and warehouse.
What we’re looking for
Personal characteristics
The successful candidate will be a hands-on operational leader who takes ownership of
outcomes, maintains high standards and is comfortable holding colleagues accountable in a
constructive and professional manner.
They should:
Be diligent, numerically confident and highly attentive to detail.
Have a strong focus on system completeness and data accuracy.
Be naturally organised and able to plan ahead.
Take responsibility for issues through to resolution.
Be process-orientated without becoming unnecessarily bureaucratic.
Recognise patterns and recurring problems rather than treating every issue in isolation.
Communicate clearly and escalate early.
Be comfortable giving feedback and having difficult conversations when standards are not met.
Be willing to move between planning, systems work and hands-on operational activity.
Experience required:
A relevant third-level qualification in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations or a related
area is desirable.
3+ years’ experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse operations, materials planning or a
similar role.
Previous team leadership or supervisory experience.
Experience using ERP or inventory management systems.
Experience working with suppliers and purchase orders.
Experience improving operational processes.
A practical understanding of stock control, quality and continuous improvement.
Experience with fleet, facilities or premises management would be an advantage
What We Offer:
Competitive base salary and Performance related bonus
Company Pension / PRSA contribution.
22 days annual leave plus the option to purchase 5 additional annual leave days.
CPD, training and professional development support.
Funding towards approved qualifications and further education.
Employee referral and recognition schemes.
Cycle to Work and TaxSaver Commuter Schemes
Our Benefits:
At KOS Ergonomics Solutions Ltd, we are a company who is committed to looking after you and therefore, we provide Employee benefits which are tailored to suit your individual needs. We understand financial wellbeing is of utmost importance to get right and therefore, we continue to offer competitive base pay with salary scale along with performance related bonus with the main focus always being on your future potential and career progression. Our staff enjoy working within a vibrant office space with superior ergonomic office equipment with the option of engaging within Hybrid flexible working arrangements depending on the requirements of your role. We believe in investing in our employees’ development and continue to offer extensive learning and development opportunities to always position you for the next steps within your fulfilling career within KOS.
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