Head of Logistics

Company Description

Foodora, part of the Delivery Hero Group, is the world's pioneering delivery platform. Our mission is to deliver a fantastic ordering experience - fast, easy and right to your door. We operate in over 70 countries worldwide. Delivery Hero Group is headquartered in Berlin, Germany, and has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock index.
The foodora brand in Hungary is part of the Delivery Hero network, one of the largest global food ordering platforms. Our internationally operating team is already active in more than 50 countries. foodora offers its more than 300 employees the dynamics and development potential of a startup, while also ensuring support and promotion from the corporate group and local management. Our team is sincere and ambitious - yet, fun is an important aspect of our everyday work life. We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic team members to join us on our mission.

Job Description

Are you ready to lead and develop logistics in Hungary’s most dynamic company?
Are you ready to take charge of strategic logistics development and optimization while leading with strong execution and attention to detail? If so, this could be the perfect role for you!
We’re looking for a Head of Logistics to shape and drive foodora Hungary’s logistics strategy, leading the team with innovation, efficiency, and engagement.
As a core part of foodora’s operations, logistics ensures the smooth and timely delivery of food, groceries, and goods. This department oversees rider recruitment, operational planning, fleet management, and compliance.
This position reports to the Managing Director of foodora Hungary and works closely with Delivery Hero's regional and global teams.

What you will do:

• Take responsibility for both the operational leadership of the logistics department and optimization projects to support continued growth.

• Develop our existing logistics team by challenging and supporting them to create an exceptional work environment.

• Create and execute the logistics strategy for foodora Hungary.

• Oversee the logistics budget, with metrics such as cost per order.

• Continuously improve delivery quality by balancing the needs of our customers, drivers, restaurant partners, and technical capabilities.

• Understand and navigate the priorities of various stakeholders (riders, employees, works councils, political stakeholders, etc.).

• Work closely with counterparts in other markets and the regional Delivery Hero team to share best practices and optimize cross-border operations.

• Facilitate the overall development of the company while understanding the importance of logistics across departments.

Qualifications

To succeed in the role of Head of Logistics, we imagine you:

• Have a strong passion for operational optimization: With several years of experience in platform companies, logistics, supply chain, or operational optimization, you are driven to deliver results at a high level.

• Are analytical and results-oriented: You have excellent analytical skills that you use to develop effective logistics strategies and deliver measurable results.

• Build strong relationships with stakeholders: You collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, fostering trust and alignment.

• Have leadership experience with larger teams and budgets: You are confident in leading teams and managing financial responsibilities.

• Communicate effectively: You have outstanding communication skills in both English and Hungarian and can adapt your message to various audiences and situations.

• Advantage with knowledge of risk management, labor law, and compliance: Familiarity with regulatory requirements, including safety regulations and anti-money laundering laws, is an advantage.

Additional Information

What's in it for you?

• Thanks to our international background, you'll also be inspired by examples from abroad and be part of a fast-growing team with a secure corporate background.

• We're happy to support your development with on-demand in-company English language training, and you'll also have access to thousands of online courses on LinkedIn Learning.

• Our employees are covered by group life, accident and health insurance from the first day of employment.

• After your probationary period, you will receive a Medicover Health Insurance package and a SZÉP card benefit.

• You can participate in our employee mental and psychological support programme.

• We provide AYCM contribution to our employees.

• We also offer office massages to help you get your week off to a good start.

• We regularly collect feedback on what works and what needs to be improved, so you can help shape what it's like to work here and make us a better place to work.

• You'll find a specially customised, dog-friendly office in Budapest, part of the category-leading Haller Gardens office complex. Our office is easily accessible from any part of the city - you can even cycle in.

• We provide you with all the tools you need to work (computer, mobile phone, etc.).

• We also provide extra days off for our colleagues according to our internal rules.

• We are committed to society (we currently support 6 different charities, which you can support through us).

At Delivery Hero/foodora, we believe that diversity is key to creating not only an exciting product but also an outstanding customer and employee experience. Promoting this begins with hiring – which is why we do not discriminate based on religion, skin color, origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or other aspects that make you who you are.

Interested? Then apply now with your documents, stating your salary expectations and possible starting date.

We look forward to your application!

Our selection process is continuous and the ad may close before the recruitment process is completed, if we’ve moved forward to the screening or interview phase.

Our recruitment process will include the following:

📞 Telephone interview - Let’s cover the basics!
💡 Psychometric tests via Alva Labs - We use science-based methodology.
🤝 First interview - Time to know each other a bit better!
💼 Case interview - Do your magic and show us your skills!

Studies show that women and other minorities are less likely to apply for a job if they don’t meet all the qualifications. If you’re interested in the role and meet most of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway!