The Company
About Saint-Gobain
Saint-Gobain is a global leader in sustainable construction and innovative materials, with a history spanning more than 350 years. Operating in over 70 countries with more than 160,000 employees worldwide, Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures, and distributes materials and solutions that improve everyday life by creating great living places and enhancing well-being. Our ambition is to be the worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, supporting the transition to a lower-carbon future.
About Saint-Gobain Construction Products
Saint-Gobain Construction Products is a key part of the Group's UK & Ireland operations, manufacturing and supplying plaster, plasterboard, insulation, and other interior and exterior building solutions. Our brands are trusted across the construction industry for their quality, performance, and sustainability. By combining innovation, technical expertise, and customer service, we deliver products that meet the evolving needs of modern construction while supporting the drive for safer, greener, and more efficient buildings.
Job Title
Logistics Manager - Kingscourt, Co.Cavan
Job Purpose
To lead the logistics team in delivering safe, efficient, and customer-focused operations. The role is accountable for ensuring compliance with Saint-Gobain's safety and environmental standards, achieving high levels of customer service, and driving operational efficiency through lean tools, digitalisation, empowerment, and collaboration.
As a key member of the Supply Chain Senior Management Team, the Logistics Manager will work across the business to deliver effective change and maintain a competitive edge in the marketplace
Key Accountabilities
* Drive safety and environmental compliance and work with the EHS team to implement continuous improvements that reduce safety and environmental risk.
* Maximise On-Time- in-Full incoming & customer delivery service performance
* Be an ambassador for high standards in every aspect of daily site interactions and activities
* Implement operational efficiency and customer service improvements through team engagement, use of digital tools, and use of lean tools.
* Work as part of the team to develop a logistics vision that will integrate the service needs of other Saint Gobain businesses on the island
* Plan and lead all Logistics activity as part of planned SAP (ERP) & systems upgrade projects.
* Optimise all aspects of logistics costs to eliminate waste and utilise resources fully.
* Actively manage and develop all haulage partners to deliver safe high performance.
* Responsible for accurate material receipt, picking and shipment
* Build strong collaborative relationships with the Operations, Sales and Finance teams to drive operational efficiency and customer satisfaction
* Manage industrial relations working closely with Human Resources to deliver team collaboration and performance.
* Development, measurement and achievement of relevant KPI's specifically Safety, Operational Efficiencies, Stock Record Accuracy and Customer Service Index performance.
Essential Qualifications
* Degree or relevant qualification in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Stock Management, or Front-Line Management.
* Proficiency in MS Office and SAP (or equivalent ERP systems).
Essential Experience & Skills
* Proven experience in Logistics or Warehouse Management (ideally within manufacturing or construction materials).
* Demonstrated success in change management and project delivery.
* Strong leadership and team management skills.
* Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
* Customer service orientation with strong communication and relationship-building skills.
* Results-driven, proactive, and hands-on.
* Commitment to safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
* Desirable: World Class Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma certification.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: €55,000.00-€65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee assistance program
* Flexitime
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
* Work from home
Education:
* Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:
* Logistics: 6 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (preferred)
Location:
* Cavan, CO. Cavan (preferred)
Work Location: In person