Team Leader, Material Services, Networks Delivery Services (Band 4)

Position Description

The Role of the Team Leader is to develop and manage a Supply Chain Team effectively in order to deliver all work programmes to the highest standards while maximising Team Performance. The Team Lead has responsibility for the safe and cost-effective management of material under their control.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a Team in a safe and cost-effective handling and storage of material

• Develop excellent relationships with the delivery organisation and positively influence the material planning process

• Utilise EWM/SAP and other systems for effective material management

• Co-ordinate material deliveries between DSS Warehouse, Logistics Team and Depots

• Co-ordinate and lead Process Changes

• Respond to emergency material requirements (e.g. in storm situations)

• Carry out stock takes / reconciliations as required

• Maintain accurate stocking levels as required

• Schedule and allocate tasks to team members

• Ensure compliance with Environmental legislation and work with local Delivery Teams to maintain environmental compliance

• Take responsibility for team performance by agreeing, implementing and monitoring individual and team goals

• Support and coach team members on performance

• Develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders

• Promote team working in an open environment

• Provide clear, timely communications to team members and invite feedback

• Monitor and report on progress against key activities

• Manage all relevant information within and outside the team

• Assist the relevant Manager with key projects as needed

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum of 5 years Supply Chain/Logistics experience

• Prior experience in Supply Chain people management or significant ESB Supply Chain expertise.

• Excellent IT skills particularly in the use of SAP and Microsoft Office applications in particular Microsoft Excel

• Willingness to learn and develop

• Proven expertise in data driven decision making

• Maintains the highest levels of safety, on a personal and a team basis, including the completion of safety audits, safety performance reviews and safety coaching

• Ability to manage and motivate a team of staff

• Proven ability in Stakeholder management

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Highly motivated, able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.

• A high level of commitment and flexibility

• Able to develop, train and mentor newly appointed and existing staff

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills

• Full driving licence

Desirable

• Qualification in Supply Chain Management or equivalent work experience

Location

This position will be based in ESB Depot Rosbrien, Co. Limerick

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least one anchor day per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.

Reporting To

Relevant DSS Manager

Why Work with Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
• Progressive, hybrid working model
• Career development through mentoring and training
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
• Sports and Social Clubs
• Networking opportunities
• Credit Union
• Generous Pension
• Access to staff well-being programmes
• Generous parental leave entitlements
• Strong values-based and inclusive culture
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

Salary

€48,000 to €56,000 per annum

Closing Date

7th July 2025