Area Manager

Autodoc Group; Szczecin; On-site; PLN 210,000 - 317,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ecommerce auto parts platform in Poland is seeking an experienced Area Manager to lead night shift warehouse teams. The role involves managing up to 300 associates, driving performance, upholding safety standards, and collaborating across departments to ensure operational excellence. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of experience in logistics and a bachelor’s degree, along with strong leadership and problem-solving skills. The position includes competitive salaries and a great benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salaries based on experience

Cafeteria benefits system

Transportation services

26 vacation days per year

Extra day off for birthday

Mental Wellbeing Program

Corporate discount on car parts

Opportunities for advancement

Free language classes

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.
• Proven managerial experience leading sizable teams.
• Fluent in Polish, with business-level proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop a team of 150 to 300 Associates.
• Drive performance of operational teams during night shifts.
• Communicate policies clearly to Associates to ensure compliance.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

We celebrate diversity and are committed to building teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

AUTODOC does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruiters or employment agencies in response to the AUTODOC Careers page or an AUTODOC social media post. Any legal offering in this regard as well as any Terms and Conditions of recruiters or employment agencies are expressly rejected by AUTODOC. AUTODOC will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee relating to these unsolicited CVs. AUTODOC explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.