Head of Commercial Strategy & Operations (m / f / d)

KoRo is seeking an experienced Head of Commercial Strategy & Operations to lead and optimize our commercial operations. In this senior leadership role, you will be at the forefront of shaping and executing a forward-thinking commercial strategy that drives sustainable growth. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure operational efficiency, maximize profitability, and explore new opportunities for category expansion. Your expertise will be key to aligning business objectives with day-to-day commercial performance.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop and lead the execution of a comprehensive commercial strategy that aligns with KoRo's long-term growth objectives, focusing on both strategic positioning and operational scalability.
• Oversee commercial operations and cross-functional coordination, ensuring seamless integration between supply chain, product development, marketing, and logistics to deliver smooth product launches and effective market strategies.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the commercial team, fostering a high-performance culture with a focus on professional development and operational excellence.
• Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and the competitive landscape, translating insights into actionable strategies that drive operational improvements and market expansion.
• Collaborate with internal teams to refine pricing strategies and demand planning, ensuring profitability while maintaining customer satisfaction and operational feasibility.
• Identify and evaluate new market opportunities, emphasizing operational readiness and long-term scalability.

Your profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Marketing, or a related field (MBA preferred).
• Proven experience in a senior commercial or operations role, preferably within the food or e-commerce sector.
• Strong leadership and strategic thinking abilities, with a track record of managing and optimizing cross-functional teams.
• Excellent operational planning and process optimization skills, with a focus on strategic execution.
• Analytical mindset with expertise in data-driven decision-making and performance tracking.
• Deep understanding of pricing strategies, demand forecasting, and supply chain management.

What you can expect from us

• Our diverse team is ready to be enriched and inspired by your ideas: help building the future of food retailing in our fast-growing start-up!
• Extensive onboardings which will prepare you for your various and challenging tasks
• Flexible working hours and home office options to ensure a good work-life balance
• A beautiful and modern office in Berlin Schöneberg, easy to reach by public transport – and we cover the costs of your monthly BVG (public transport Berlin) ticket
• Find your way (back) to the gym thanks to fitness cooperations with Urban Sports Club or FitX
• Optimal performance thanks to a modern MacBook.
• Well equipped office kitchen with fresh fruit, delicious KoRo snacks, coffee and tea
• 20 % discount in our KoRo online store
• Regular team events and joint activities as well as legendary company parties