Head of Warehouse Projects

About Rohlik Group

Founded in 2014 in the Czech Republic, Rohlik Group is Europe’s leader in online grocery delivery across Central Europe. Currently operating in the Czech Republic (Rohlik.cz), Hungary (Kifli.hu), Austria (Gurkerl.at), and Germany (Knuspr.de), we continue to expand into new markets.

By owning our end-to-end operations—including all proprietary technology in-house—Rohlik delivers a superior customer experience featuring the freshest food from local farmers and artisans alongside a broad supermarket selection.

Why This Role Is Exciting

• Direct Business Impact: You will not just be managing projects; you will be building the physical backbone of Europe’s fastest-growing e-grocery unicorn. Every automated site you deliver directly drives our operational speed, customer satisfaction, and overall market dominance.

• Autonomy & Strategic Freedom: You get to own large-scale CapEx projects end-to-end. We offer a high-trust, low-bureaucracy environment where you have the autonomy to move fast, challenge traditional engineering norms, and execute your vision.

• At the Forefront of Tech & Automation: You will work directly with state-of-the-art intralogistics, robotics, and proprietary automated systems. This is a unique opportunity to design and implement next-generation fulfillment centers that redefine online grocery delivery.

• High Visibility Across Europe: As a pivotal Group leader, you will collaborate directly with executive stakeholders and cross-functional directors, making your work central to Rohlik’s international expansion strategy.

Role Overview

As Head of Warehouse Projects, you will own the end-to-end design, planning, and execution of automation and intralogistics projects across our European fulfillment centers. Leading the FC Implementation team, you will establish project management excellence, ensure the seamless integration of advanced warehouse technologies, and drive the scalable delivery of automated sites.

In this high-impact Group role, you will partner with cross-functional leadership across Engineering, Procurement, and Operations to align requirements, mitigate risks, and execute successful handovers to local operational teams.

What we expect from you

• Project Execution & Ownership: Drive the end-to-end delivery of complex warehouse automation and intralogistics projects, guaranteeing execution accuracy, scalability, and on-time handovers to local operations.

• Team Leadership & Frameworks: Lead and mentor the FC Implementation team while establishing a structured, best-in-class project and program management framework across all site implementations.

• Cross-Functional Partnering: Collaborate closely with Engineering, Automation, Procurement, Facility, and Operations teams to align project requirements, integrate technologies, and manage multi-country stakeholders.

• Strategic Input: Contribute technical expertise to automation roadmaps, business cases, and long-term CapEx investment strategies for warehouse projects.

• Knowledge Transfer & Handover: Ensure seamless transition to local site teams through structured onboarding, technical documentation, operational training, and clear responsibility matrices for ongoing maintenance.

• Technical Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as the internal authority for engineering, material handling, and automation topics, challenging expert opinions and driving technical problem-solving.

What we look for

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years managing large-scale CapEx projects within warehouse automation, material handling systems, or manufacturing environments.

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.

• Technical Knowledge: Broad technical expertise in conveyors, racking systems, and advanced warehouse automation technologies.

• Certifications: Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, IPMA Level C+, or equivalent).

• Leadership & Drive: Proven track record of direct people management, strong leadership presence, and a hands-on, high-ownership mindset.

• Analytical & Communication Skills: Excellent problem-solving capabilities, structured risk management, and strong communication skills across executive and technical levels.

• Mobility: Willingness to travel internationally across Rohlik’s European markets as required by project milestones.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in e-commerce or retail fulfillment automation.

• Familiarity with emerging automation technologies, robotics, and next-generation intralogistics.

What’s in it for you

• Fair reward - You’ll get a strong fixed salary — no bonus games, no politics. Great work is rewarded clearly and fairly.

• Good food every day - You’ll enjoy a free lunch every day and fresh fruit & veggies in the office. Because good food fuels great work.

• Life, not just work - You’ll have real flexibility – three days in the office, 2 days Home Office where it suits you. And unlimited paid vacation based on trust.

• Personal growth - You’ll grow as fast as Rohlik does. Every challenge is a chance to learn and make an impact.

• Real impact - What you do here matters. You’ll see your work changing how people eat and live — from day one.

• Recognition among colleagues - Your effort won’t go unnoticed. You can recognise others (and be recognised) through peer credits to use in our internal cafeteria.

• Xtra membership - You’ll get free Xtra membership and 10% cashback on everything you buy on Rohlik.cz.

• Sport & wellbeing - You’ll stay active with company sports challenges or a subsidised Multisport card.

• A team that sticks together - You’ll work with people who move fast, support each other and celebrate wins together.

• If this sounds like you…You’re someone who takes ownership, acts fast and gets things done. Ready to bake something great with us?