Operations Lead (m/w/d)

GHARAGE an in 2019 founded Vision Hub and Venture Vehicle entirely dedicated to constantly innovate Gebr. Heinemann’s future. We are a diverse team to build and invest into the future of travel and retail. GHARAGE is active in Northern Europe with a headquarters in Hamburg, as well as in Southeast Asia with an office based in Singapore.

• You act as a trusted advisor and direct report to the CEO and provide strategic insights, analysis, and recommendations on key business decisions
• You are mainly responsible for operations, culture and finance together with at least one other person supporting you
• You will develop a project reporting plan, monitor it for profitability etc., and be fully responsible for adhering the budget
• You are the main point of contact for all internal and external stakeholders regarding negotiation of projects, contracts, their budgets, timelines and resources
• You prepare and lead internal and external meetings, taking all participants on board with confidence as well as summarizing the results and action points
• You drive cross-functional initiatives and projects, ensuring alignment, accountability, and timely execution across teams
• You facilitate effective communication and collaboration within the organization, including coordinating leadership meetings, stick to deadlines, preparing agendas, and ensuring follow-up on action items

• You have 5+ years of experience in a strategic, consulting, business development or project management role, preferably in a fast-changing, challenging or startup environment
• You have worked in a dynamic environment and also possess an entrepreneurial mindset
• You have in-depth experience in managing internal and external stakeholders, projects and budgets
• You have a proven track record of developing and driving strategic initiatives, managing complex projects, and delivering results in a dynamic, high-pressure environment
• You think analytically and work in a solution-orientated way, with the aim of constantly improving your processes
• You are highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines at the same time
• You enjoy negotiating contracts terms with clients and striking the right tone
• You possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, collaborate and communicate effectively at all levels in German and English, both verbally and writing

• A great opportunity to steer the operations of multiple competencies
• A fantastic chance to take the journey from a small business to the next level
• The chance to help to shape the future of travel and retail
• An entrepreneurial environment with flat hierarchies built on trust and respect
• Team events and offsites where we regularly exchange ideas and build connections with colleagues who share our passion for creativity and innovation
• Competitive compensation annual gross salary of EUR 96,000 and 30 vacation days per year