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About this Manager Operations & Performance Improvement (m/f/d) role at IFCO Systems

IFCO Systems · Onsite · Munich

We are the world market leader for reusable packaging containers (RPCs) for fresh food and are constantly optimizing our products.

We help make the food supply cycle for the population more sustainable. With our RPCs, safety for food transport is improved, there is less waste of food and at the same time the lifespan of the products increases. Through our products and the need for less packaging materials we reduce the carbon footprint.

„The future is circular“

Key responsibilities:

  • Value Creation & Performance Impact – Identify, challenge, and prioritize value creation and performance improvement opportunities globally
  • Governance, Tracking & Value Realization – Establish rigorous tracking of initiatives, including KPIs, milestones, and value realization, ensuring accountability and sustainable outcomes
  • Analytical Excellence – Conduct deep-dive and ad-hoc analyses to challenge existing performance, generate actionable insights, and enable data-driven decision-making
  • Business Case Development – Develop and validate robust business cases aligned with strategic priorities, ensuring clear value logic and measurable business impact
  • Initiative Ownership – Lead selected high-impact, cross-functional performance improvement initiatives from opportunity sizing and business case validation through execution and sustainable implementation
  • Global Performance Reporting – Prepare regular global operational performance reporting and derive clear, actionable recommendations to drive continuous improvement

We expect:

  • Educational Background – Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a comparable field
  • Relevant Professional Experience – Solid experience in project management, program or performance management, consulting, or similar environments
  • Performance Impact – Proven track record of driving performance improvements programs
  • Global & HQ Exposure – Experience working in a global headquarter environment, effectively steering, challenging, and collaborating with local and regional teams
  • Structured & Analytical Mindset – Highly structured approach with strong business acumen, analytical and critical thinking skills, and the ability to derive insights and actions from KPIs while understanding cross-functional interdependencies
  • Drive & Can‑Do Attitude – Highly dynamic, motivated personality with a strong desire to make an impact in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
  • Communication & Storytelling – Very strong verbal communication skills to challenge and motivate regional teams, paired with excellent written communication and storytelling for senior management audiences
  • Language Skills – Fluent in English, with German as a strong plus

We offer:

  • Make a difference where it matters – Play a key role in a sustainable and future-proof industry.
  • A culture of appreciation and respect – Join an international team where collaboration thrives.
  • Flat hierarchies, fast decisions – Your ideas matter and drive real change. 
  • Work your way – Enjoy hybrid work and workation options.
  • Delicious & healthy meals – Weekly changing menus from our online canteen Bella & Bona, subsidized by IFCO. 
  • Unlimited learning opportunities – Access to unlimited LinkedIn Learning. 
  • Support when you need it – Our Employee Support Program.
  • Modern office – open office spaces, modern and digital devices.
  • Boost your energy – Free beverages and a modern fitness centre to keep you going.
  • Car parking and seamless transport connections – Enjoy underground parking with charging stations and a train station (S7) right next to our door.

At IFCO, we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. IFCO is an equal opportunity employer.

We are looking forward to receiving your application.

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About IFCO Systems

IFCO is a leading global provider of reusable packaging solutions for fresh foods, empowering customers to participate in the circular economy in 50+ countries. IFCO operates a pool of over 400 million reusable packaging containers (RPCs) globally, which are used for over 2.5 billion shipments of fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, poultry, seafood, eggs, bread, and other items from suppliers to grocery retailers every year. IFCO RPCs ensure a better fresh food supply chain by protecting freshness and quality and lowering costs, food waste and environmental impact compared to single-use packaging.More: www.ifco.com | Follow us on LinkedIn @IFCO SYSTEMS

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