David Kennedy Recruitment is working with a growing international FMCG company to recruit a German-speaking Retail Operations Lead based in Frankfurt. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of retail operations and play a key role in the company's expansion across the German market.
Position: Retail Operations Lead (German)
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 compensation package based 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!!
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