AI-Driven Inventory & Process Optimization Lead

home24 SE; Berlin; Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Pension scheme

30% off home24 assortment

Bike leasing program

Learning opportunities

Job summary

home24 SE is seeking a Process & BI Manager (m/f/d) - Inventory Management to drive AI-powered process improvements and robust BI solutions. You will partner with cross-functional teams to automate workflows, eliminate bottlenecks, and translate data into actionable insight, supporting hybrid work and international mobility within the Berlin campus.

With 3+ years in analytics or process improvement in e-commerce, you will design scalable automations and advanced analytics to optimize stock

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in business, analytics, CS, or related field.
• 3+ years in analytics, process improvement, or data analysis in e-commerce/retail.
• Proven ability to design automated workflows to streamline operations.
• Strong SQL and data visualization background.

Responsibilities

• Lead AI-first initiatives across Inventory Management and BI teams.
• Identify bottlenecks and automate workflows with pragmatic solutions.
• Design and maintain BI solutions, predictive models, and AI-driven apps.
• Align data requirements with analytics teams and drive change management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable automations.

Skills

AI & BI leadership

SQL

Python

Tableau

Process optimization

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Business/Analytics/CS

Tools

Tableau

Python

n8n

Job description

At home24, we believe everyone deserves a home they love. But before a sofa can become a customer’s new favorite spot, we need someone behind the scenes to make the magic happen. This is where you come in: As our Process & BI Manager (m/f/d) - Inventory Management, you’ll combine your analytical mindset and operational drive to eliminate bottlenecks, automate workflows, and keep our stock moving seamlessly. Do you enjoy bringing data to life, driving an AI-first approach, and actively shaping process efficiency? Then join us and help us create even more Happy Homes!

Your responsibilities

• Drive an AI-first mindset across the Inventory Management team as our AI Champion, evaluating emerging technologies and fostering the adoption of intelligent automation
• You work side-by-side with team members ("shadowing") to gain deep, hands-on insights into operational bottlenecks and daily process pain points
• Translate complex business challenges directly into scalable, pragmatic automations and continuous workflow improvements that reduce manual effort
• You design, build, and maintain robust BI solutions, analytical tools, predictive models, and AI-driven applications to empower data-based decision-making
• Serve as a key technical business partner between Inventory Management and analytics teams, defining data requirements and leading successful change management initiatives

Your profile

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field
• You bring at least 3 years of hands-on experience in business analytics, process improvement, or data analysis, ideally within an E-Commerce or Retail environment
• Proven track record of designing and building automated workflows (preferably using platforms like n8n, Python, or SQL) to streamline operational processes
• You possess advanced SQL skills coupled with intermediate proficiency in data visualization platforms like Tableau
• Practical understanding of modern AI tools, prompt engineering, and automation frameworks (Python knowledge is a welcome plus)
• German language skills at a B2 level or higher are beneficial
• You exhibit exceptional problem-solving skills, empathy, and strong communication capabilities, matched with a proactive, results-oriented drive to take ownership

What we offer you

Your impact

• The chance to make an impact in a highly motivated team of professionals
• An open-minded culture ready to incorporate new and creative ideas

Your growth

• Extensive learning opportunities from our home24 academy and external partners
• Room for growth and development within your role through regular feedback rounds

Your path

• Hybrid working model: you have the flexibility to work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays in our standard working mode. We are in the office together Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays
• The possibility to work up to two months per year within Germany or from an EU country
• The opportunity to take up to 30 days paid vacation each year to unwind and recharge
• City mobility with a subsidized public transportation ticket and our eco-friendly bike leasing program #ridinghome

Your second home

• International campus in the heart of Berlin featuring drive-in bicycle garage, outdoor space and lounge areas, fitness facilities, parent and multi-faith rooms close to the Berlin S-Bahn train station Landsberger Allee
• Company benefits including a pension scheme, 30% off the home24 assortment, and employee discounts at partner organizations
• You want to learn more about our home24 company culture and what it is like to be a Homie? Follow @teamhome24 on Instagram

If you are interested in being a part of an exciting success story, get in touch. Send us your application as well as your expected salary and possible start date via Softgarden.

Your home is surely filled with furniture of varying materials and styles. The same is true for home24 as an employer. We celebrate the diversity of the people who work with us. Be who you are and feel welcome to #makeyourselfathome24

You can find all job offers on our career site!

home24 SE | Otto-Ostrowski-Straße 3 | 10249 Berlin | Contact: Olivia Stein

We are home24, one of the leading home & living e-commerce platforms in continental Europe. We are currently active in seven countries. Over 1,000 Homies work together towards a common goal: to create happy homes for everyone and every budget.

How can we reach this goal? With an assortment of over 250,000 pieces of furniture and accessories from more than 1,000 suppliers, we offer the perfect addition to any living space combined with the comfort of being able to shop from anywhere.

What makes us proud to be Homies? We are pioneers in our market who seamlessly combine technology and creativity. We utilize data to provide personalized recommendations, tips and inspiration for every home.

At home24, we strive to deliver a superior assortment of products and the best service. To do this, we need fresh ideas, 100% motivation, and dedication to our company mission. We always have a space at our table for service-minded individuals who are passionate about digitization and modern living.