Senior Operations Specialist

Bolt Technology; Langenfeld; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Wellness perks

Stock option package

Job summary

Bolt Technology is seeking a Senior Operations Specialist to lead e-scooter and e-bike operations across Langenfeld, Düsseldorf, and Cologne. The role blends hands-on leadership with data-driven decision making to keep fleets optimally positioned and service levels high.

You will manage office staff and frontline teams, work with 3PL partners, and drive profitability while ensuring compliance with city regulations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing teams including office and frontline staff.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business or related field.
• Proficiency with AI tools to enhance output and efficiency.
• Fluent in English (C1/C2) and at least B2 German.
• Based within 15km of Langenfeld and able to travel between locations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily e-scooter and e-bike supply across Düsseldorf and Cologne, coordinating with 3PLs.
• Direct 1–2 office-based roles and lead a fleet operations team of 8–20 frontline staff.
• Maintain cost control to hit profitability targets in designated cities.
• Analyze ride statistics and KPIs to drive strategic improvements.
• Ensure compliance with city regulations and local ordinances.
• Collaborate with Maintenance to ensure vehicle health and workflow efficiency.

Skills

Team leadership

Data analysis

AI proficiency

Multilingual English/German

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business or related field

Job description

At Bolt, we are building a future where cities are for people, not cars. The Rentals team is at the heart of this mission, providing sustainable micromobility solutions. We are looking for a Senior Operations Specialist to lead e-scooter and e-bike operations across the Langenfeld, Düsseldorf, and Cologne markets.

While we are targeting a Senior profile, this role remains open to high-potential applicants at various career stages who are ready to scale quickly.

With over 200 million customers in 50+ countries, Bolt is one of the fastest-growing tech companies in Europe and Africa. And it’s all thanks to our people.

We believe in creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or disability.

Our ultimate goal is to make cities for people, not cars, and we need your help to achieve this mission!

The Senior Operations Specialist acts as the engine room of local operations. This role is responsible for the daily lifecycle of the fleet, ensuring vehicles are positioned optimally for the community. It requires a balance of hands‑on leadership for both office and frontline teams with high-level data analysis to drive profitability and service excellence.

• Operational Execution: Oversee daily e-scooter and e-bike supply across Düsseldorf and Cologne, maintaining constant contact with 3PLs to coordinate tasks.
• Team Leadership: Directly manage 1–2 office‑based roles and provide indirect leadership for a fleet operations team of 8–20 frontline professionals.
• Profitability & Cost Control: Maintain rigorous oversight of operational expenses and budgets to hit profitability targets in designated cities.
• Data-Driven Optimization: Analyze ride statistics, supply trends, and performance KPIs to suggest and execute strategic business improvements.
• Compliance & Quality: Monitor service standards and ensure all operations remain fully compliant with specific city regulations and local ordinances.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work in close partnership with the Maintenance team to ensure vehicle health and streamline warehouse‑to‑street workflows.

• Experienced Leader: You bring 3+ years of experience in managing teams, including a mix of office‑based staff and frontline or logistics personnel.
• Analytically Minded: You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business or a related field and possess intermediate‑to‑advanced analytical skills.
• AI Proficient: You understand how to leverage AI tools to enhance your own output and the overall efficiency of the team.
• Multilingual Professional : You are fluent in English (C1/C2) and possess at least a B2 level of German to navigate local stakeholder and city relationships.
• Local & Mobile: You are based within a 15km radius of Langenfeld and preferably hold a Class B Driver’s License, and can travel between 3 locations.
• Structured & Proactive: You thrive under pressure, work excellently under your own initiative, and adjust quickly to the changing conditions of the shared economy.

Experience is great, but what we really look for is drive, intelligence, and integrity. So even if you don’t tick every box, please consider applying!

• Play a direct role in shaping the future of mobility.
• Impact millions of customers and partners in 600+ cities across 50+ countries.
• Work in fast‑moving autonomous teams with some of the smartest people in the world.
• Accelerate your professional growth with unique career opportunities.
• Get a rewarding salary and stock option package that lets you focus on doing your best work.
• Enjoy the flexibility of working in a hybrid mode with a minimum of 3 days in the office each week to foster strong connections and teamwork.
• Take care of your physical and mental health with our wellness perks.

*Some perks may differ depending on your location and role.

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