Operations Manager (m/f/d)

About Buynomics: 

Buynomics is transforming the way companies make commercial decisions by answering the critical question, “What will customers buy?” Powered by our proprietary Virtual Customer technology, Buynomics enables businesses to make data-driven, transparent, and customer-centric choices 100x faster and more precisely than traditional methods. Our platform serves as the operating system for commercial decisions, providing a single source of truth to answer all market-facing questions, including pricing, product offerings, and promotions.

Our mission is to end the reliance on gut feelings and spreadsheets by equipping companies with the tools to make data-informed choices. Leveraging large-scale simulation technologies, we help our clients predict customer purchasing behavior across any environment, empowering them to optimize their product portfolios, pricing strategies, trade terms, and more with unmatched accuracy.

The Operations Manager role will play a crucial role in managing and coordinating cross-functional operations that make the company functioning effectively. You will take ownership of various internal projects, currently spread across different team members, and bring structure to our day-to-day operations. If you have a passion for creating order, implementing processes, and driving operational excellence, we want to hear from you.

What you'll do:

• Streamline Operations: Improve workflows and processes across teams (e.g., Sales, Product, Customer Success) to ensure efficient collaboration.
• Lead Projects: Take ownership of key initiatives, ensuring they are planned and executed effectively.
• Support Growth: Manage projects that scale operations to support our growth in existing and new markets.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with leadership and department heads to align operations with business priorities.
• Technology Enablement: Introduce or enhance tools that make internal processes more effective and scalable.
• Monitor Performance: Establish and track operational metrics to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement.

What you'll need:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Business, or a related field. A background in STEM or technical fields is a plus.
• 2–4 years in a similar role, ideally in SaaS, B2B, or a fast-paced startup.
• Proven ability to optimize processes and manage projects across teams.
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in tools like Excel, PPT, and project management software.
• A hands-on, proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with different teams.
• A focus on getting things done and improving systems without overcomplicating them.
• Professional fluency in English and German is required.

What we offer:

• An international and diverse work environment
• Work remotely within Germany (with periodic visits to our HQ) or join us on-site at our HQ in Cologne
• Opportunities to develop your skills with our employee development & education budget
• Local language lessons 
• Health & Fitness Benefits (German employees: Urban Sports Club Membership)

Buynomics is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. This means that we don’t discriminate based on race or ethnic origin, color, the language(s) you speak, where you (or your parents) are from, or whether or not you consider yourself to have a disability. Neither will your age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, beliefs, or political opinions play a part in your application with us. We’re a diverse team in so many ways, and we love it that way.