Operations Manager (m/f/d)

Westwing; Robakowo; On-site; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwing is seeking an Operations Manager to direct all daily distribution centre operations in Robakowo. You will manage Inbound and Outbound activities, optimize resources, and drive a proactive safety culture while delivering measurable KPI improvements.

This role demands strong leadership, data literacy, and the ability to navigate peak surges with strategic decision‑making. Fluency in English and Polish is required as you mentor a multi-shift team and collaborate with senior leadership to

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive leadership experience in a high-volume distribution centre or warehouse.
• Experience managing both Inbound and Outbound operations concurrently.
• Strong data literacy with ability to interpret warehouse metrics and adjust staffing.
• Proven change and crisis-management skills for peak seasons and transitions.
• Strategic communication to align floor workers with leadership.
• Fluent in English and Polish (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Direct and optimize daily warehouse operations across Inbound and Outbound.
• Forecast and manage labour, space and equipment to prevent bottlenecks.
• Ensure inventory control and improve accuracy with cycle counting.
• Monitor KPIs like Dock-to-Stock time, Order Fill Rate, Picking/Packing accuracy, CPU.
• Mentor a multi-shift team of supervisors and associates.
• Drive a proactive safety culture in line with EHS standards.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, 5S) and integrate automation.

Skills

Leadership

Data literacy

Communication

Crisis management

Strategic thinking

Bilingual EN/PL

Tools

LMS

Lean Six Sigma

5S

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM

As a Operations Manager at Westwing, you will direct all daily distribution centre operations across our warehouse departments, focusing on resource capacity, inventory accuracy and a proactive safety culture. In this strategic and impact-driven role, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment where your communication and crisis-management skills will drive team growth and operational excellence during peak surges. You will act with ownership and pace to lead your area and elevate our operational standards, contributing directly to our vision of becoming the Superbrand in Design. This position is unlimited and based in Robakowo.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Direct and optimise all daily warehouse operations, ensuring seamless end-to-end execution across both Inbound (receiving, put‑away, cross‑docking) and Outbound (picking, packing, staging, shipping) departments
• Forecast and manage labour, space and equipment requirements based on supply chain fluctuations to maintain optimal throughput and eliminate bottlenecks
• Ensure strict inventory control and accuracy in collaboration with inventory teams, minimising shrinkage and maximising slotting efficiency through cycle counting schedules
• Establish, monitor and elevate operational metrics and KPIs, including Inbound Dock-to-Stock time, Order Fill Rate, Picking/Packing accuracy and Cost Per Unit (CPU)
• Mentor and develop a large, multi-shift team of supervisors, leads and associates, fostering a culture of high performance, accountability and open communication
• Enforce strict compliance with local safety regulations (EHS) and corporate standards, actively driving a proactive, "zero-incident" safety culture
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, 5S) to eliminate waste, optimise layout design and successfully integrate automation or warehouse technologies

YOU COME WITH

• 4+ years of progressive leadership experience in a high-volume, fast-paced distribution centre or warehouse environment
• A proven track record of concurrently managing both high-volume Inbound and Outbound operations
• Exceptional data literacy and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex warehouse metrics, manage labour management systems (LMS) and adjust staffing models in real time
• Proven change and crisis-management skills, with the ability to navigate peak season surges, system transitions and supply chain disruptions with high emotional intelligence and decisive action
• Strategic communication skills and strong interpersonal abilities to effectively align front-line floor workers with executive leadership
• Fluency in both English and Polish (written and spoken) is required

WHY WESTWING

If you are looking for a place where ambition meets creativity, where ideas turn into impact fast, and where people are trusted to grow - you have found it. At Westwing, we're building the Superbrand in Design with a team that’s shaping the future of beautiful home & living. Here is what you can look forward to: A high-performance culture built on trust, feedback and collaboration An inspiring, international environment that empowers you to think big, take ownership, and grow beyond your comfort zone Exclusive discounts - 40% off Westwing Collection, 20% off third‑party brands (each on non‑reduced items), 10% Family & Friends discount, plus special‑occasion vouchers Wellbeing support through mental health resources, sports memberships, and preventive care Team rituals that celebrate results and togetherness - from Summer & Winter Parties to Oktoberfest Subsidised daily lunches (you choose what you want!)

ABOUT US

Westwing, Europe's #1 in Beautiful Living e-commerce, is present in 20+ European countries and achieved a GMV (Gross Merchandise Volume) of EUR 507 million in 2025. As Europe's premium one‑stop destination for Design Lovers, it offers a unique brand experience with a carefully curated assortment of the Westwing Collection and 3rd party design brands. The integrated platform combines Shop, Daily Specials, Stores, the B2B Service (Westwing Business) and the Westwing Design Service. Westwing’s team works together on its shared purpose to "Excite people to create homes that unlock the full beauty of life".

Founded in 2011, Westwing is headquartered in Munich and went public on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in October 2018.

Our team is a diverse group of professionals aiming for high performance, working together at a fast pace in an inspiring, international and informal environment that enables you to grow your career while working with a brand and products our customers love. We're made up of passionate people who are creative enough to disrupt the status quo, brave enough to fail and smart enough to win. So come, be part of the "wow, you work at Westwing?" crowd.

Diversity is deeply rooted in our culture. Our mission doesn't stop to inspire only your design choices, it continues to embrace an inclusive lifestyle filled with respect to everyone's uniqueness, cultural