Area Manager

Where your expertise is needed

AUTODOC is the largest and fastest-growing auto parts ecommerce platform in Europe. Present across 27 countries with over 5,500 employees, AUTODOC generated revenue of over €1.5 billion in 2024, supplying more than 8.4 million active customers with its 6.6 million vehicle parts and accessories for car, truck, and motorcycle brands. Curious minds, adventurous experts, and tech-savvy professionals - catch the ride! We are looking for an Area Manager to lead warehouse teams, drive performance, and ensure smooth IB/OB operations. You will coach Team Leaders, uphold safety and quality and collaborate across departments to boost efficiency. The role offers a dynamic environment focused on continuous improvement and leadership growth.

What we’re looking for

Key responsibilities:

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

• Drive performance of IB or OB operational teams during 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:

• A Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience.

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

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

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

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Experience with performance metrics and continuous process improvement.

• Strong background in people and stakeholder management.

• Proficiency in business-level English.

• Experience using data and anecdotal evidence to influence business decisions.

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

Desired qualifications:

• Completed Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.

• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen techniques.

• Background in a similar logistical work environment.

• Proficient in using the Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) in a professional setting.

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

• Referral program with attractive incentives

• Flexible working hours and hybrid work model