Warehouse Lead

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Warehouse Lead to join a growing Supply Chain team at a modern, purpose-built logistics facility in Shannon.

This is a hands‑on leadership role, ideal for someone who enjoys leading by example while ensuring the safe, efficient and accurate operation of a busy warehouse. The successful candidate will manage a small warehouse team and play a key role in driving continuous improvement initiatives, supporting new warehouse technologies and maintaining high standards of inventory control.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the day‑to‑day activities of the warehouse team.
• Oversee goods receiving, unloading, inventory transactions and stock control processes.
• Ensure all incoming goods are processed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain high levels of inventory accuracy through cycle counting and stock reconciliation.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies, identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure the timely and accurate issuing of materials to manufacturing operations.
• Support the implementation of warehouse improvements, including scanning technology, lot-code traceability and inventory control systems.
• Promote compliance with company policies, procedures and operational standards.
• Champion a strong health and safety culture, ensuring safe working practices and a clean, organised warehouse environment.
• Carry out routine equipment inspections, including forklifts, and maintain warehouse security.
• Coach, support and develop warehouse team members, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Experience / Requirements

• A third‑level qualification in Supply Chain, Warehousing, Logistics, Inventory Management or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience managing or supervising a busy warehouse operation.
• Strong experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), barcode scanning technologies and inventory control processes.
• Experience managing lot‑code traceability and maintaining high levels of stock accuracy.
• A valid forklift licence and practical material handling experience.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate, develop and lead teams in a fast‑paced environment.

For a confidential conversation about the role please apply for the role or contact Owen Clancy at [email protected] By applying to this job post you agree that Sterling Engineering may process your personal data for recruitment purpose