German-Speaking Retail Operations Lead – Hybrid/Onsite, Germany

Stellenbeschreibung:

German speakers wanted for a Retail Operations Lead position in Hybrid/Onsite, Germany.

At a glance

Location: Hybrid/Onsite, Germany
Work model: Hybrid
Languages: German + English
Salary: €40,000–€60,000 gross per year, depending on experience (gross)
Start date: ASAP
Relocation: Not provided for this role

About the role

A Retail Operations Lead role with focus on developing and managing retail operations across Germany, supporting key retail partners and driving operational excellence within a growing FMCG business. This will be the First Retail Operations Lead in Germany for this chain with mentoring provided for approximately the first 6 months. Strong preference for candidates with experience in EDEKA, Rossmann, dm or comparable retail networks. Start date: September / October. Travel: 1–2 days per month to Gouda, Netherlands.

Experience in German retail
Experience with large retail store networks
Experience with companies such as: EDEKA Rossmann dm

The client's clear preference is to hire someone with this type of background in order to minimize training needs and allow the person to become effective quickly.

Alternative Profile. If candidates with the preferred background cannot be identified, the client is willing to consider:

Candidates below 30 years of age
Highly motivated individuals
Strong willingness to learn
Candidates who can be trained into the role

Soft Skills & Personality. Considered extremely important by the client. The candidate should be:

Autonomous
Responsible
Accountable
Structured
Efficient
Comfortable taking ownership
Comfortable working independently
Solution-oriented
Self-managing
Proactive

Andreas described the ideal person as: "Quiet, noiseless, efficient and structured." The expectation is for somebody who identifies and solves problems independently rather than bringing problems to management on a regular basis.