Senior Director, Service Operations

**Company Description**
foodpanda is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience—fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in over 70+ countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index.

The **Senior Director, Service Operations** is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing and optimizing the operational functions of CX & Service Operations across APAC and EU regions. This includes strategic ownership of Workforce Management (WFM), Agent Enablement (training, quality, and content), and Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) Management. This leader will ensure excellence in service delivery through strategic planning, workforce optimization, vendor management, and continuous process improvement.

This role demands strong strategic thinking, operational expertise, and leadership capabilities to align cross-functional teams and drive impactful results in a complex, high-growth environment.

**Responsibilities**

**Work Force Management (WFM)**
- Develop and oversee the WFM strategy to ensure optimal staffing and resource allocation across APAC and EU regions.
- Lead business planning and forecasting processes to align workforce needs with business objectives.
- Establish and monitor staffing models, ensuring scalability and flexibility to meet demand fluctuations.

**Agent Enablement**
- Oversee training, quality assurance, and content development for customer operations teams.
- Drive continuous improvement in training programs to ensure agents are equipped with the skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional service.
- Establish quality standards and feedback mechanisms to enhance agent performance and consistency.
- Manage the development and maintenance of internal knowledge bases and support content.

**BPO Management**
- Develop and execute a comprehensive vendor and BPO management strategy to support business objectives.
- Identify, onboard, and evaluate BPO partners to ensure alignment with company standards and goals.
- Oversee contract negotiations, renewals, and ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.

**Performance Monitoring and Improvement**
- Set and monitor KPIs, SLAs, and performance metrics for WFM, agent enablement, and BPOs.
- Conduct regular business reviews to assess performance, address issues, and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Lead efforts to optimize processes, improve efficiency, and reduce operational costs across all service delivery functions.

**Cross-Functional Collaboration**
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., CX & Service Ops, COEs, Finance, Product, etc) to ensure alignment of service delivery activities with broader business needs.
- Work closely with data teams to leverage insights for workforce planning, training improvements, and vendor performance optimization.

**Leadership and Team Development**
- Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Lead by example, demonstrating operational excellence and a customer-first mindset.

**Qualifications**
- ** Proven Experience**:Extensive experience in operations, workforce management, training and quality enablement, and vendor management within high-growth or tech-driven companies.
- ** Strategic Leadership**: Ability to set and execute long-term strategies while managing day-to-day operations effectively.
- ** Technical Skills**: Strong understanding of WFM tools, training platforms, and vendor management systems.
- ** Analytical Skills**:Proficiency in analyzing operational metrics, forecasting, and implementing data-driven solutions.
- ** Communication Skills**:Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to engage with diverse stakeholders and drive alignment.
- ** Problem-Solving Ability**:Demonstrated ability to address complex operational challenges with innovative and scalable solutions.
- ** Negotiation Skills**:Expertise in managing vendor relationships and securing favorable terms.

**Additional Information**
What we offer:

- A dynamic and challenging work environment.
- A company committed to developing you personally and professionally.
- A great working atmosphere with regular company and team events.
- A vibrant and international team committed to diversity and inclusion.
- Responsibility from day one in a fast growing and global company.
- Other benefits include free food, health and dental insurance, and learning and development opportunities

foodpanda is operated by Delivery Hero Group (“DH Group”) - the world’s leading local delivery platform, operating in 70+ markets across Asia, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. Delivery Hero started as a food delivery service in 2011 and now employs 40,000+ people globally. Additionally, Delivery Hero is pionee