Head of Logistics

Company Description

foodora is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience—fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in over 70+ countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index.

Job Description

Are you eager to take responsibility for the strategic development and optimization of logistics? Are you also an inspiring leader with strong execution skills and a sharp eye for detail? If so, this might be the job for you!

We are now looking for our Head of Logistics, who will drive and further develop foodora Norway’s logistics strategy while leading the team through innovation, efficiency, and engagement.

The logistics department is at the heart of foodora’s operations and plays a critical role in ensuring that our customers receive food, groceries, and other goods efficiently, safely, and promptly. The department manages everything from the recruitment and onboarding of riders to operational planning, fleet optimization, and compliance.

This role reports to the Managing Director of foodora Norway and collaborates closely with regional and global teams at Delivery Hero.

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 Norway.

• 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.

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 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.

… and as a person, you:

• Think creatively and are solution-oriented: You can think outside the box, develop innovative solutions with available resources, set clear priorities, and deliver excellent results.

• Adapt well to change and handle pressure: You see change as an opportunity and manage stress calmly and methodically.

• Have strong leadership skills in a diverse environment: You excel in interpersonal and intercultural settings, inspiring and motivating diverse teams and stakeholders.

at foodora, you will:

• Be part of a playful and energetic environment where we have fun at work!

• Join one of Norway’s fastest-growing companies, which is also part of Delivery Hero, one of the world’s largest online food delivery companies.

• Work from stylish and modern offices in central Oslo (Alexander Kiellands plass).

• Enjoy employee benefits, including a SATS gym membership, subsidized public transport within Ring 1, LinkedIn Learning access, as well as health and travel insurance.

• Receive staff discounts at foodora.

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!

Would you like to take on this challenge?
Then we encourage you to send us your CV and application! Application deadline: 21 February
We will contact suitable candidates continuously.

Our recruitment process includes the following steps:

• Digital meet and greet: Let’s get to know each other!

• First-round interview.

• Psychometric testing through Alva Labs: We use science-based methodology!

• Case interview: A realistic task that provides insight into the job for both you and us.

• Meet relevant stakeholders locally and regionally.

• Reference check: Almost there!

Additional Information

Foodora is one of Norway’s first and largest platform companies, with over 200 administrative employees and more than 3,500 riders. The Norwegian branch of this international company was started by two people in 2015, delivering food by bike across two blocks in Grünerløkka. The entrepreneurial spirit remains in the DNA of what is now a fast-growing tech company. We deliver from restaurants, shops, and our own grocery chain to over 1.8 million Norwegians in more than 40 cities.

Foodora Norway is part of Delivery Hero, one of the largest global players in local delivery of prepared meals, groceries, consumer goods, and more. Delivery Hero operates in over 70 markets, and at foodora Norway, we offer our more than 200 employees the speed and dynamism of a start-up with the security and direction of Delivery Hero.