Operations and Distribution Manager

About Choice Stores

Choice Stores is a proudly 100% Irish-owned retailer, known for great value, bright and welcoming stores, and teams who take pride in delivering a great customer experience. With a growing presence across Ireland, we’re deeply committed to supporting local jobs, local suppliers, and the communities we serve.

Our locally led business model keeps us agile, people-focused, and responsive to what really matters: our teams and our customers. As we continue to expand, we’re looking for passionate, driven individuals to join us and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our operations.

At the heart of our growth is our Support Office—where innovation meets execution. We’re now seeking a dynamic and commercially minded Operational Leader to oversee our Distribution Centres and lead the operational strategies that power our store network and e-commerce channels.

Your Role

As an Operational Leader at Choice Stores, you will be responsible for managing and optimising the day-to-day operations of our Distribution Centres. From logistics and inventory to team leadership and cross-departmental coordination, you’ll ensure that products flow seamlessly across our network to deliver the value and service our customers expect.

This is a high-impact role where strong leadership, commercial awareness, and a passion for continuous improvement come together to drive performance and efficiency.

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily operations across our Distribution Centres, including logistics, inventory, and deliveries.
• Drive efficiency, cost control, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards and company policies.
• Work closely with Buyers, Marketing, Web, and Finance teams to support sales and promotional activity.
• Lead, coach, and develop operational teams to deliver high performance.
• Manage operational budgets, KPIs, and provide regular performance updates.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven leadership experience in warehouse, logistics, or distribution management.
• Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent team management, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with warehouse management systems and operational technology.
• A hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary package
• 20 days annual leave
• Career progression opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Staff discount & wellness initiatives

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