Retail Operations Lead (German)

David Kennedy Recruitment is working with a growing international FMCG company to recruit a German -speaking Retail Operations Lead based in Frankfurt .

Location: Frankfurt, Germany (Hybrid/Remote). Employment type: Permanent. Remuneration: Base salary + Annual Bonus.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Take ownership of retail operations across the German market, ensuring efficient day-to-day execution
• Build and maintain strong relationships with retail partners and key stakeholders
• Coordinate operational activities across multiple retail accounts and distribution channels
• Monitor retail performance and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency
• Support the implementation and optimisation of retail processes and operational standards
• Work closely with the leadership team to execute the company's growth strategy in Germany
• Identify operational challenges and implement practical, solution-oriented improvements
• Prepare reports and provide regular business updates to management
• Travel periodically to the Netherlands for collaboration, planning and operational alignment
• Operate independently while taking full ownership of responsibilities and business outcomes.

REQUIREMENTS

• Native-level German and fluent business English, both written and spoken
• Previous experience in retail operations within the German retail market
• Experience working with major retail chains such as EDEKA, Rossmann, dm or similar retail networks is highly preferred
• Strong understanding of retail operations, distribution processes and account coordination
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset
• Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Commercial awareness and a high level of accountability
• Willingness to travel to Gouda, Netherlands approximately one to two days per month
• Previous experience in FMCG is an advantage
• Experience supporting the launch or growth of a new market or business function is an advantage.

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary of depending on experience
• Annual performance bonus
• Permanent employment contract
• Hybrid working model with the possibility of predominantly remote work for experienced candidates
• Monday to Friday working schedule with no weekend work
• High level of autonomy and ownership
• Opportunity to build and shape the German retail operation
• Direct collaboration with senior leadership and mentoring during onboarding
• Strong career development and future leadership opportunities within a growing international company
• And many more!!