Warehouse Supervisor

About the role

Brennan & Co, based in Sandyford, Dublin, is looking for a Warehouse Supervisor to lead the warehouse operative team and help ensure stock is received, stored, handled, packed and rotated efficiently. The aim of the role is to support accurate, on-time and perfect-condition delivery for customers across the business.

Brennan & Co Group was established in Dublin in 1967 and includes Brennan & Co, Brennan & Co NI, Brennan & Co SVS and Irish Power and Process Ltd. The group supports supply and service needs across life sciences, healthcare, industrial and pharmacy sectors in Ireland, Europe and Asia. The company emphasises people, customer service, innovation, quality and values such as accountability, honesty, respect and communication.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, encourage and support warehouse operatives so daily targets are met.
• Serve as the main contact for warehouse-related queries and provide practical coaching and guidance.
• Spot opportunities to improve productivity, accuracy, efficiency and overall warehouse performance.
• Track operational KPIs and performance measures, and introduce corrective actions where needed.
• Oversee inventory control, stock accuracy, receiving, and stock rotation in line with company procedures.
• Plan and deliver training sessions, share best practice and help staff develop further.
• Maintain strong visibility on the warehouse floor and uphold safety, housekeeping, quality and compliance standards.
• Provide hands-on support during busy periods, operational pressure or when team members are absent.
• Work with the Head of Operations and Logistics Compliance Manager on business goals, projects and improvement work.
• Support and lead Lean and process improvement initiatives to streamline workflows and remove waste.
• Carry out daily and weekly temperature checks according to agreed procedures.
• Manage monthly checklists for expiring and expired stock as assigned by the Logistics Compliance Manager.
• Take on any other reasonable duties needed by the business.

Experience and skills required

• Prior experience leading or supervising teams in a warehouse setting.
• Ability to coach, motivate and develop people while building a positive, high-performing team culture.
• Experience with process improvement, efficiency projects or Lean working methods.
• Strong organisation, problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to prioritise in a busy environment.
• High attention to detail and solid numerical ability.
• Confidence using operational data and KPIs to support improvement and business objectives.
• Good communication and people skills, with the ability to work effectively across different levels.
• Comfort using warehouse management systems, barcode scanners and Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Working knowledge of inventory control, warehouse processes, health and safety, and quality standards.
• Forklift licence is an advantage.
• Full clean driving licence is an advantage.

Competencies and behaviours

• Accountability
• Communication
• Customer focus
• Decision making
• Goal orientation
• Honesty
• Interpersonal skills
• Leadership
• Personal accountability
• Planning and organising
• Problem solving
• Resilience
• Respect
• Teamwork
• Time and priority management

What the company offers

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus linked to achievement of individual KPIs
• Pension contributions
• Group income protection
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Sports and social club
• Long service awards