Operational Excellence Manager

Location
Ansbach
Contract
Full time
Job Category
Project & Program Management

ABOUT TRADEBYTE

At Tradebyte you work hand in hand with the biggest players in e-commerce – from hip fashion brands to big online shops. We offer you an open work structure and an incomparable team spirit. We believe that work and passion are compatible and for that we offer the appropriate surroundings. With continuous growth, we are looking for new colleagues who share our passion for work. Love what you do – do what you love. Become part of Tradebyte, an independent company within the Zalando Group!

THE ROLE & THE TEAM

The Operational Excellence Manager leads end-to-end process improvement initiatives across the organisation, focusing on optimising efficiency, standardising processes, and embedding continuous improvement practices. This role integrates Lean Six Sigma methodologies, drives change, and ensures that business processes are aligned with organisational goals. The Opex Manager will occasionally serve as a project manager, overseeing the implementation of process improvements to achieve measurable results. 

WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)

  • Lead and manage continuous improvement initiatives across departments, enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness.

  • Analyse existing business processes, identify improvement areas, and implement solutions that drive standardisation and quality.

  • Integrate Lean Six Sigma methodologies to ensure data-driven decisions and process optimisation.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive a culture of continuous improvement and process ownership.

  • Develop and deliver training on operational excellence tools and methodologies to teams across the organisation.

WE WOULD LOVE TO MEET YOU IF

  • You have a deep knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodologies and continuous improvement tools.

  • You will have strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess processes, identify inefficiencies, and implement effective solutions.

  • You come with excellent communication and leadership skills to influence stakeholders and drive change.

  • You have the ability to work across teams and with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.

  • You have strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and a proactive mindset.

  • You have experience with change management and embedding a culture of continuous improvement.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS YOU'LL LOVE

  • You’ll play a decisive role in shaping an agile, fast-growing, international company and be supported by an open-minded working environment

  • Competitive salary package, employee share shop, 40% Zalando shopping discount (30% Zalando Lounge)

  • You’ll be given various learning and development opportunities to enhance your professional development

  • Flexible working hours, home office options

  • 27 vacation days per year that increase up to 30 days, volunteering time off and several sabbatical options after 2 years

  • We’ll help you commute to the office with zero emissions: through a rented company bike or by charging you electric car at our e-charging station

  • Access to additional German or English classes to improve your language skills

  • Visa support for our foreign employees 

  • A variety of health offers to support your well-being, as well as free beverages and fruits

Recruiter

Franchesca Lopez

franchesca.lopez@tradebyte.com

Please note that all applications from this job page must be completed using the online form - we do not accept applications via e-mail. Once reviewed, our recruiters will contact applicants via an official Zalando email address (@zalando.de).

In some cases we also work with a selection of headhunters and agencies to fill specific roles. Please note that neither Zalando nor our recruiting partners will ask for any kind of payment to apply for a job or attend an interview.

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About Zalando

It’s the perfect time to join Zalando on our journey to build the leading pan-European ecosystem for fashion and lifestyle e-commerce. Help us offer an inspiring and quality multi-brand shopping experience for fashion and lifestyle products to about 50 million active customers in 25 markets. Or be part of our logistic infrastructure, software or service capabilities to help brands and retailers run and scale their entire e-commerce business, on or off Zalando. Join our Zalando ecosystem, to enable positive change for the fashion and lifestyle industry. 

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