Job Description
We're looking for a Real Estate, Assets & Maintenance Manager who will be responsible for our operations in 11 markets across three brands (foodora, foodpanda and yemeksepeti).
* Define & execute regional policies on Real Estate, Assets & Maintenance
* Oversee all aspects of Real Estate, Facilities, issue management, assets, building & facility maintenance, audit of 3rd party contracts and KPI performance across the region
* Lead the Early Life Cycle process to ensure successful launches, relocation or closures of Dmarts
* Oversee via local country teams or via agency site scouting, execution, handover, Construction/Fit out/Re-instatement, Permits and Licenses and Municipal Approvals, Ensuring compliance with all zoning, safety, and environmental regulations.
* Oversee via local country teams or agency provisions for repairs, maintenance with various facility providers or internal teams.
* Oversee a monthly maintenance calendar to ensure store operations run smoothly to minimize downtime and ensure operational efficiency.
* Oversee Negotiation of leases, contracts, and purchase agreements, ensuring cost-effectiveness and compliance with company goals.
* Oversee the lifecycle management of assets, including acquisition, maintenance, upgrades, and decommissioning.
* Oversee the implementation and management of an asset tracking system to monitor the status and performance of equipment and facilities.
* Manage CAPEX & OPEX budgets for asset purchases, repairs, and maintenance activities.
* Prepare regular financial & operational reports on asset performance and maintenance activities.
* Oversee the maintenance of accurate documentation for assets, maintenance schedules, contracts, licenses, warranties, and compliance certifications.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s Degree
* Minimum 7 years of experience in real estate, facilities management, or asset maintenance roles, preferably with multi-site management responsibilities & with internal & 3rd party vendors
* Proven experience managing complex projects, including store launches, construction and contractor coordination (essential).
* Excellent understanding of common property laws, permits, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
* Excellent communication skills in English
Additional Information
Ensuring you and all our Heroes are looked after, happy, and healthy is always on the menu. Because if you’re in good shape, then we’re in good shape.
* Make the most of our hybrid working model and join the team for face-to-face connection and collaboration in our beautiful Berlin campus 2 days a week
* We offer 27 days holiday with an extra day on 2nd and 3rd year of service
* We will support you in developing yourself and your career growth opportunities: 1.000 € Educational Budget, Language Courses, Parental Support and access to the Udemy Business platform to explore a variety of online courses.
* Get moving and release those wonderful, mind-boosting endorphins: Health Checkups, Meditation, Yoga, Gym & Bicycle Subsidy
* Cash. Dough. Cheddar. Whatever you call it, we’ll help you with it: Employee Share Purchase Plan, Sabbatical Bank, Public Transportation Ticket Discount, Life & Accident Insurance, Corporate Pension Plan
* The power of getting together over some food is unrivaled. Here are a few ways to help you do that. All the yum: Digital Meal Vouchers, Food Vouchers, Corporate Discounts. Courses.
We believe diversity and inclusion are key to creating not only an exciting product, but also an amazing customer and employee experience. Fostering this starts with hiring - therefore we do not discriminate on the basis of racial identities, religious beliefs, color, national origin, gender identities or expressions, sexual orientations, age, marital or disability statuses, or any other aspect that makes you, you. We encourage you to let us know if you need any accommodations or specific accessibility support to ensure a smooth interview experience—just include it in your application. You're welcome to share your pronouns (he/she/they) right from the start so we can address you respectfully from our first contact.