Are you someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment and looking for a new opportunity that will allow you to develop and progress?

At Key Hardware we are looking for the right person with a positive, hardworking attitude that will work in a company that is investing in its future and its people.

Key Hardware is one of Ireland’s leading wholesale distributors of architectural ironmongery and builders’ hardware products.

Based at our site in Belfast, a full time opportunity has arisen for an Operations Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, energetic and have a willingness to learn and develop new skills that will equip them for a successful career within a continuously growing company.

Key responsibilities for the role of Operations Manager will include:

• Lead and motivate a multi-disciplinary team to achieve branch KPIs.
• Use data analysis to monitor performance, identify inefficiencies, and implement improvements that enhance productivity, accuracy, and service levels.
• Actively co-ordinate & assist in daily warehouse duties including picking orders, loading, unloading, goods inwards, stock checking,
• Oversee warehouse operations including goods in/out, customer loading, and site tidiness.
• Manage stock levels, rotation, and quality control.
• Manage & maintain health & safety standards across the site.
• Manage transport and logistics operations, including vehicle / driver compliance.
• Monitor and report on branch performance, identifying areas for improvement.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in operations or warehouse management, ideally in a merchant or trade environment.
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities
• Knowledge of ironmongery products (preferred).
• Forklift licence and experience (preferred).
• A hands-on, adaptable approach with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Commitment to health & safety and operational excellence.

The successful person will receive a competitive rate of pay plus benefits including: 

• A comprehensive in-house training programme
• Incentive bonus scheme
• Staff Discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• 30 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays)
• Contributory pension scheme

Closing date for the receipt of all completed applications is Friday 5th December 2025

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