Deputy Operations Director
Location: Co. Monaghan
Salary: 80K-85K DOE plus benefits
Sector: Industrial Distribution
Our client, an established and successful specialist distribution business is seeking an ambitious, commercially driven leader to join its senior management team, with a structured pathway to Managing Director.
Working directly with the current Managing Director, you will benefit from a comprehensive handover before progressively taking responsibility for the business’s operations, commercial performance and future growth.
The role combines technical, commercial, operational, and leadership responsibilities and the opportunity to shape the future of an established business.
The Role
- Lead day-to-day business operations and a team of approximately nine employees.
- Drive sales, business development and new customer acquisition.
- Develop key customer and supplier relationships across Ireland and the UK.
- Oversee purchasing, stock management, pricing and gross margins.
- Monitor financial performance, profitability and operational efficiency.
- Identify new markets, products and opportunities for growth.
- Work closely with the current Managing Director to prepare for succession.
About You
- Experience in technical sales, commercial management, operations or business leadership.
- Background in industrial distribution, manufacturing, engineering, chemicals, adhesives or a related sector.
- Strong commercial acumen with a track record of developing customer relationships and driving revenue.
- Proven people leadership skills and a practical, hands-on approach.
- Confidence managing suppliers, commercial negotiations and business performance.
- A relevant technical or business qualification is desirable.
- Full driving licence and willingness to travel throughout Ireland and the UK.
What’s on Offer?
- A genuine pathway to Managing Director within approximately two years.
- Structured succession and handover from the current Managing Director.
- Significant responsibility and influence over business strategy.
- The opportunity to lead a team and drive future growth.
- A varied role combining commercial, technical and operational leadership.
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Mia Craddock or call 041 986 5058
If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered for other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided
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