Team Lead Partner Operations, Germany

At Wolt, we create technology that brings joy, simplicity and earnings to the neighborhoods of the world. In 2014 we started with delivery of restaurant food. Now we’re building the delivery of (almost) everything and you’ll find us in over 500 cities in 30 countries around the world. In 2022 we joined forces with DoorDash and together we keep on dreaming big and expanding across the globe.

Working at Wolt isn’t always easy, but it’s definitely exciting. Here you’ll learn more, build more, and ship more than in most other companies. You’ll be challenged a lot, but also have a lot of fun on the way. So, if you’re a self-starter with drive and entrepreneurial spirit, this could be the ride of your life.

At Wolt, our mission is to bring joy, simplicity, and earnings to neighborhoods — and our restaurant partners are at the heart of this mission. In Germany, our Partner Operations team plays a critical role in supporting thousands of restaurants by ensuring smooth and reliable day-to-day operations.

We are now hiring a Team Lead for Partner Operations. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll guide a team of specialists in resolving incoming support requests efficiently and professionally, helping us scale operational excellence across Germany.

As Team Lead for Partner Operations, you'll be responsible for running one of the most critical support functions at Wolt. You will lead a team that handles hundreds of incoming tickets each week, ensuring restaurant partners get fast, high-quality assistance. Your focus will be on operational efficiency, team development, and improving the experience for both merchants and internal stakeholders.

• Lead and develop a team of 6 Partner Operations Associates handling high-volume support tickets from restaurant partners.
• Monitor team performance and KPIs, ensuring SLAs and quality standards are met.
• Own scheduling, prioritization, and task management across the team.
• Collaborate closely with the Restaurant and Global Support teams to solve process bottlenecks and improve workflows.
• Recruit, onboard, and coach new team members for long-term success.
• Identify and implement ways to automate tasks and improve operational efficiency.

• 3+ years of experience in leading operations or customer support teams
• Proven ability to manage high-volume, structured workflows and junior team members
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills
• Excellent communicator in both German and English
• Experience in hiring and developing team members
• Familiarity with tools like Intercom, Zendesk, or similar platforms is a plus
• Bonus points if you’re comfortable with analytics tools like Looker or Power BI
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

If you are excited about working in a high-growth environment, taking ownership, and being part of an extremely ambitious team, then click below to apply and get the conversation going!

We review applications on a rolling basis and will reach out to candidates whose profiles stand out. The process includes a call with our Talent Acquisition team, interviews with the hiring manager, and a final practical case round.

We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. That’s why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel.