M&R Regional Lead (m/f/d)

As Regional Lead you are a key member of the Market Leadership Team, reporting directly to the Head of Maintenance & Repair (M&R) and working closely with the Head of Market (Station Operations). You’ll lead all Regional Technicians and Damage Control Managers, with indirect oversight of Fleet Condition and Station Detection & Repair Managers. Your mission: drive repair quality, cost efficiency, and vehicle availability across the market — keeping our fleet running smoothly and our operations performing at their best.

Responsibilities

Own the Maintenance & Repair (M&R) budget and ensure cost-efficient, high-quality repairs across the market such as Repair Strategy, Workshop Network, Spare Parts Inventory; Define repair strategies per vehicle based on damage reports and operational priorities; Maintain strong vehicle availability by coordinating workshop capacity, scheduling, and spare parts flow; Build and optimize the internal and external workshop network to improve turnaround times and cost efficiency; Lead and develop station repair teams, ensuring consistent performance and technical capability, damage detection rates and spare parts inventory; Track key KPIs such as repair cost, time, and damage detection accuracy to drive continuous improvement

Requirements

Degree or Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Technology, or similar technical field; 5+ years of experience in fleet maintenance, repair, or workshop management; 2+ years of direct people management experience, preferably in a technical and operational environment; Strong analytical and budgeting skills with a focus on efficiency and quality; Confident leader with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-site environment; travel to internal stations and external vendors within the market required; Fluency in German and English, written and spoken; Proficient in maintenance or fleet management systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

Benefits

Team spirit and team events; Personal development through Growth Plan and Inhouse Academy; Annual camper budget