Service Delivery Manager / Strategic Operations Manager

Clark Recruitment is partnering with a well-established and growing logistics business to recruit an experienced Senior Logistics Manager / Service Delivery Manager for its Kilkenny operation.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic logistics leader to drive the transformation of a busy distribution site. The successful candidate will play a key role in improving warehouse and transport operations, leading continuous improvement initiatives, and supporting the company’s long-term growth.

The Role

Reporting to the Area Manager, you will be responsible for leading operational improvements across warehouse and transport functions while developing scalable processes that support future growth. This is a senior leadership position focused on operational excellence, change management, customer service, and building high-performing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead operational improvement projects across warehouse and transport operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, and service delivery.
• Develop and implement Lean and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyse operational performance and introduce data-driven improvements.
• Optimise warehouse workflows, transport planning, and site capacity.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, transport regulations, and quality standards.
• Work closely with commercial teams to support customer growth opportunities.
• Develop operational KPIs and performance reporting.
• Coach, mentor, and develop site leadership teams.
• Drive a positive culture focused on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Significant experience in logistics, warehouse, transport, or supply chain management.
• Proven leadership experience within a fast-paced operational environment.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, transport planning, and process optimisation.
• Experience implementing Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence initiatives.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Commercial awareness with the ability to balance service, cost, and operational performance.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience leading organisational change and developing high-performing teams.
• A Transport Manager CPC or equivalent industry qualification would be advantageous.

What’s on Offer

• Permanent, full-time, Monday to Friday position.
• Opportunity to lead strategic operational improvements across a growing logistics operation.
• Collaborative leadership environment.
• Genuine career progression opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

If you’re an experienced logistics leader looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.

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Why Choose Clark?

• Inclusive & Supportive: We welcome diversity, ensure equal opportunities, and provide reasonable accommodations for interviews.
• Expert Guidance: Our experienced recruiters are dedicated to finding the right fit for you.
• Personalised Support: We’re with you every step of the way to ensure a smooth job search.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now.

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Operations Manager – Supply Chain & Distribution

Our client is an established organisation operating within the logistics and distribution sector. As part of their continued development, they are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day performance of a significant warehouse and distribution operation in Dublin.
This is a senior operational role with responsibility for leading people, managing performance, maintaining high standards of service and compliance, and driving operational efficiency and continuous improvement.
Reporting to senior operations leadership, the successful candidate will have overall responsibility for the effective management of the warehouse operation, ensuring that people, processes, resources and service delivery are managed to a consistently high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day warehouse and distribution operation.
• Manage, motivate and develop operational teams, including Supervisors and Team Leaders.
• Ensure agreed productivity, service, quality and operational KPIs are consistently achieved.
• Manage staffing levels, work allocation, scheduling and resource requirements.
• Plan operational capacity and optimise the use of warehouse space and resources.
• Monitor operational performance and produce clear management reports and performance analysis.
• Ensure warehouse processes and procedures are documented, communicated and consistently followed.
• Oversee goods-in, storage, picking, stock control, staging and dispatch activities.
• Maintain accurate stock records and investigate discrepancies, variances and operational issues.
• Drive effective stock control, stock rotation and cycle-counting processes.
• Work closely with internal departments to ensure operational issues are resolved promptly and effectively.
• Build strong professional relationships with key stakeholders and maintain a high level of service delivery.
• Maintain excellent standards of housekeeping, organisation, security and equipment management.
• Support the management of employee relations, attendance, performance, training and development in conjunction with HR.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, quality, environmental and operational requirements.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency, processes and overall operational performance.
• Promote a positive, accountable and collaborative culture across the operation.
• Undertake additional operational responsibilities appropriate to the role.

Key Attributes

• Proven experience managing a warehouse, logistics, distribution or supply chain operation.
• Strong experience leading and developing teams within a fast-paced operational environment.
• Good knowledge of warehouse processes, including goods-in, storage, picking, stock control and dispatch.
• Experience managing operational KPIs, productivity targets and service-level requirements.
• Experience with warehouse management systems and operational reporting.
• Strong understanding of health and safety, quality and compliance requirements.
• Experience dealing with employee relations, attendance, performance and training matters.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret operational data and identify trends.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively in a busy environment.
• A proactive, practical and solutions-focused approach.
• The ability to lead from the front while maintaining a strong focus on people, service and performance.

Oil Delivery Driver

Join a Trusted Irish Business

Are you an experienced HGV/Rigid Truck Driver looking for a secure, permanent role with a company that genuinely values its people?

We're recruiting an Oil Delivery Driver on behalf of a highly respected Irish business with a strong reputation for quality service, fair treatment and putting its people first.
You'll be responsible for delivering home heating oil to residential and commercial customers across Naas and the wider Leinster region.

No previous fuel delivery experience? That's okay. Full training will be provided for the right candidate.
Why You'll Like This Role

• Weekly pay
• Permanent, full-time position
• Full training provided
• Stable employment with a well-established Irish business
• Supportive, people-first working environment
• Leinster-based delivery routes
• Opportunity to develop experience within the fuel distribution industry

About the Role
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Delivering home heating oil safely across Naas and the wider Leinster area
• Providing excellent customer service at every delivery
• Completing deliveries in line with company procedures and safety standards
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks
• Keeping your assigned vehicle clean, safe and well maintained
• Complying with road traffic legislation and relevant ADR requirements
• Representing the business professionally when dealing with customers

What We're Looking For

• Full C+E driving licence
• Valid Driver CPC
• Previous rigid truck/HGV driving experience
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Good understanding of Health & Safety
• Reliable, responsible and organised
• Comfortable working independently

Experience in Fuel Delivery?
Great — but it's not essential.
ADR/Hazchem certification and previous experience delivering heating oil or fuel would be an advantage, but full training will be provided for a suitable candidate.

Ready for a Change?
Apply today and a member of the Clark Recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the role.

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Warehouse & Forklift Operative

Counterbalance & Reach Forklift Experienced General Operatives – Warehousing – Naas, Co. Kildare

Counterbalance and Reach experience essential!
Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent

Working Hours

Monday to Thursday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Friday: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Occasional overtime may be required.

Clark Recruitment are partnering with our Kildare-based client to recruit an experienced Counterbalance & Reach Forklift General Operative. This is a full-time position offering an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation with an employee-focused culture.

The successful candidates will play a key role in the safe and efficient movement of goods throughout the warehouse, with a strong emphasis on forklift operation, order accuracy, stock management, and goods-inwards processing — all while upholding the highest standards of health and safety.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate Counterbalance and Reach forklifts safely and efficiently to support all warehouse operations.

• Accurately pick, pack, check, and label customer orders in line with WMS instructions, consistently achieving daily targets.

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming goods against delivery documentation, updating inventory within the WMS.

• Store and move goods safely to correct warehouse locations using forklifts and manual handling techniques.

• Use handheld scanners and WMS tools for order processing and stock management tasks.

• Report any operational or system discrepancies to the Warehouse Manager promptly.

• Assist with stock replenishment, cycle counts, and general warehouse organisation.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant warehouse environment at all times.

Qualifications & Experience

• Valid, in-date Counterbalance and Reach forklift licences (essential).

• Completed manual handling training, with in-date certification.

• Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics, or distribution environment.

• Familiarity with handheld scanning devices and WMS systems.

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.

Ready to Apply?

Send your application today. We’d be delighted to support you in taking the next step in your career.

Why Choose Clark as Your Trusted Recruitment Partner?

At Clark, we are more than a recruitment consultancy — we are a partner in your career journey. Our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion underpins everything we do. If you require reasonable accommodations at any stage of the process, please let us know.

• Inclusive Culture: We celebrate diversity and champion equal opportunities.

• Supportive, Experienced Recruiters: Matching the right people with the right roles is what we do best.

• Personalised Assistance: From initial application to placement, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

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