Area Manager (m/f/d)

Where your expertise is needed

AUTODOC is the largest and fastest growing auto parts ecommerce platform in Europe. Present across 27 countries with around 5,000 employees, AUTODOC generated revenue of over €1.3 billion in 2023, supplying more than 7.4 million active customers with its 5.8 million vehicle parts and accessories for car, truck, and motorcycle brands. Curious minds, adventurous experts and tech-savvy professionals - one team, one billion euros revenue. Catch the ride!

What we’re looking for

We are looking for an Area Manager to lead warehouse teams, drive performance, and ensure smooth operations during the night shift. You will coach Team Leaders, uphold safety and quality standards, and collaborate across departments to boost efficiency.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead, manage and develop a team of 150 to 300 Associates and Team Leaders.

• Drive performance of operational teams during night shifts, resolving issues to meet site objectives.

• Analyze shift performance against business goals and implement actions for continuous improvement.

• Communicate policies clearly to Associates, ensuring consistency, compliance, and corrective actions when necessary.

• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Health & Safety, and Security teams.

• Support all safety programs and maintain a secure, compliant working environment.

• Develop and uphold quality control standards to meet customer demand with accuracy.

• Design and deliver site-wide initiatives to improve efficiency and productivity.

• Identify and lead process improvement initiatives using Lean tools.

• Review work forecasts and align team productivity to meet KPIs and operational targets.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.

• 5+ years of experience in Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.

• Proven managerial experience leading sizable teams, with the ability to motivate others and build strong relationships.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, including in-depth analysis of complex processes.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Experience with performance metrics and continuous process improvement.

• Solid background in people and stakeholder management.

• Fluent in Polish, with business-level proficiency in English.

• Ability to use data and anecdotal evidence to influence business decisions.

• Familiarity with key aspects of production, supply chain, and operations management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen methodologies.

• Background in a similar logistics or operational environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) in a professional context.

Perks at work

• Competitive salaries based on your professional experience

• Stable employment in a fast-growing international company

• A cafeteria benefits system that lets you choose from options such as life insurance, private medical care, a sports card, cinema tickets, and more

• Transportation services available for all warehouse employees

• Guaranteed 26 vacation days per calendar year, regardless of seniority

• An extra day off to celebrate your birthday

• Mental Wellbeing Program – free and confidential mental and physical health support services for you and your immediate family, covering a wide range of personal and work-related issues

• AUTODOC corporate discount (up to €1,080 per year) for purchasing car parts at special rates for personal use

• Opportunities for advancement, further training (over 650 courses on soft and hard skills available on our e-learning platform), and coaching

• Free English, German, and Polish language classes