8 days ago
Operations Manager Logistics
Picnic Technologies
On Site
Full Time
€75,000
Hannover, Lower Saxony, Germany
Job Overview
Job TitleOperations Manager Logistics
Job TypeFull Time
Offered Salary€75,000
LocationHannover, Lower Saxony, Germany
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Job Description
Operations Manager Logistics
Are you ready to take responsibility for the success of one of our Fulfillment Centers (FC)? As an Operations Manager at Picnic, you can revolutionize the shopping experience! With over 3,000 electric delivery vans, we deliver groceries daily in over 100 German cities. Our latest investment round, including the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, shows the trust in our concept. Become part of our dynamic team and contribute to increasing warehouse performance and improving our customers' shopping experience.
What awaits you
- Process Control: Work closely with our location management to lead and guide our daily operations to success.
- Process Optimization: Focus on developing and implementing your own strategic projects to continuously improve our logistics within the entire fulfillment network.
- Team Leadership: Lead and coach one of our teams in the FC (e.g., supervisors, team leaders) and support them in their individual development.
- Shift Management: Take on shift leadership once a week with 100+ employees to stay close to our operations.
What you bring
- A successfully completed degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or similar.
- 3-6 years of professional experience in operational project management in logistics.
- Fluent German and very good English skills.
- As a team player, you know how to motivate and hold a team together.
- You have a knack for quickly grasping numerical information and identifying problems before they arise.
- You can translate your ideas into successful projects with your hands-on mentality and lead by example.
What you can look forward to
- Get started with us: Become part of our international team in an environment that fosters real growth and an "Act like an Owner" mentality. Here, you have the opportunity to drive projects independently, test new ideas, and directly experience the impact of your work in our fast-growing company.
- Sustainability at the core: Be part of the revolution. You contribute to a greener future through our 100% electric fleet and a supply chain that reduces food waste.
- The basics: We provide you with everything for your success – including a laptop and mobile phone, as well as access to exclusive employee discounts (Corporate Benefits) for travel, technology, and much more.
- Time to recharge: With 30 vacation days per year (for a 40-hour week), you ensure the perfect balance between work and rest.
- Catering for winners: We take care of you. Enjoy a fresh, complimentary breakfast and lunch or dinner every day in our Fulfillment Center, along with plenty of snacks and fruit for an energy boost.
- Unforgettable moments: We are more than just a team. From our legendary annual ski trip to Christmas parties and performances by our own Picnic band: we celebrate our successes together.
- Well-being & Balance: We offer professional support for your mental health with OpenUp.
- Individual Mobility: You will receive a company car (also for private use) and can additionally use our "Lease-a-Bike" program. Free parking at Picnic locations is available.
Key skills/competency
- Operations Management
- Logistics
- Supply Chain Management
- Process Optimization
- Team Leadership
- Project Management
- Fulfillment Center Operations
- Warehouse Performance
- Customer Experience
- Strategic Projects
How to Get Hired at Picnic Technologies
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 3-6 years of logistics operational project management experience and academic background in Logistics or Business.
- Showcase leadership: Emphasize your experience in team motivation, coaching, and hands-on project implementation.
- Demonstrate problem-solving: Provide examples of how you've identified and solved operational issues using numerical data.
- Ace the interview: Be prepared to discuss your strategic project ideas and your 'Act like an Owner' mentality.
- Express enthusiasm: Convey your passion for revolutionizing the shopping experience and contributing to a greener future.
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