Area Manager - Lift

Labor and fulfillment operations are at the heart of

Group's e-grocery model. Across our high-throughput fulfillment centers, our operations team ensures that every order is picked, packed, and dispatched flawlessly - setting the standard for efficiency, safety, and customer satisfaction. The

is an elite entry point into our Talent Pipeline Accelerator. Explicitly reserved for top-tier candidates, this role is designed for leaders who demonstrate analytical maturity and drive. You will spend your first 12 months mastering core operational excellence, eliminating systemic inefficiencies at your site, and preparing to fast-track your path into country-wide, cross-functional leadership.

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A compressed development path designed to turn a traditional 6-8 year journey to Senior Operations Management into 24-36 months •

Clear trajectory for promotion to Operations Manager within 12 months, tracking directly toward Senior Leadership •

Direct pairing with a Senior Leader (FC Manager or Director) for monthly strategic guidance and mentorship •

Collaboration with a tightly selected, cross-border cohort of high-potential leaders across CZ and DACH •

Freedom to drive site-level step-change projects and implement great ideas immediately without waiting for distant corporate approvals

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Lead daily operations across shifts to meet strict targets for safety, quality, on-time delivery, and cost-per-order •

Own and execute a dedicated Site-Level Step-Change Project focused on eliminating operational defects and optimizing complex fulfillment workflows •

Lead and inspire front-line operations associates and team leaders on the floor, fostering high engagement, accountability, and safety compliance •

Partner with cross-functional teams (Safety, OpEx, HR, IT, Maintenance, Finance) to analyze complex data sets and translate numbers into actionable operational strategies •

Support site leaders in labor planning, workflow design, and the preparation of weekly business reviews

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A university degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or MBA) is required •

at least 1 year experience in people management, military, retail, logistics, manufacturing, or operations •

Exceptional capability to interpret complex data sets, identify root causes, and solve operational problems •

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate, inspire, and drive large teams in a fast-paced environment •

High tolerance for ambiguity and the ability to make calculated decisions under operational velocity •

Willingness to work flexible shifts (including weekends) directly on the fulfillment center floor, alongside geographic flexibility and readiness to travel occasionally to other FCs •

English proficiency is required

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Unlimited vacation days for a balanced work-life balance •

Monthly vouchers of €45 tax-free (via become.1) •

€20 monthly allowance towards internet costs •

Knuspr Xtra account with

in the form of Knuspr Credits •

Great discounts via CorporateBenefits (fitness, travel, tickets, shopping, and much more) •

Formal pairing with a leader for strategic career coaching. •

Unparalleled career progression in a rapidly scaling European e-grocery leader. •

The ability to implement your ideas quickly with zero rigid corporate bureaucracy. #LI-FK1