JUNIOR DEPARTMENT MANAGER DCE 2026.10.14.

Job Description

Do you want to work in one of the best performing, most modern, highly automated distribution centres in Ecser? We offer a dynamic workplace where personal development, involvement and team spirit are in focus. We distribute products to more than 400 stores and online customers in Hungary, Croatia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Serbia, Bosnia and Austria. The distribution centre has a total area of 144.000 m2 with space for 210.000 pallet places. Would you like to join our more than 450 colleagues?

Then you might be the Junior Department Manager we are looking for!

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• A Scandinavian company culture that must be experienced! You are invited to speak up and have a say in your working environment
• A structured introduction program helping you to settle into the workplace
• Personal development and career opportunities across JYSK in an international environment
• An independent job with a high level of freedom and responsibility
• Opportunities for personal development and training
• Working in a cross cultural environment with dedicated colleagues on every single position
• A possibility to bring in a good balance between work and private life
• The possibility for healthy food at a good price in our canteen
• A competitive salary and a good compensation and benefit package
• The opportunity to exercise in our fitness centre
• A travel allowance according to the Hungarian labour law
• SZÉP card
• Premium health service: Medicover White+Hospital or Patika Health Fund
• All You Can Move sport card
• 20% discount on your purchases at all JYSK stores

WHAT YOUR NEW JOB WILL BE ABOUT

As a Junior Department Manager you are going to have a supportive role for your team colleagues and besides that you are

• Actively monitoring and supporting daily operations
• Collaborating with shift leaders daily and supporting their work
• Monitoring daily results and KPIs, identifying deviations
• Monitoring staffing levels and capacity daily, coordinating staff reassignments as needed
• Participating in daily operational meetings; later, independently leading certain meetings
• Collaborating with other departments and support functions
• Monitoring safety and compliance with defined workflows
• Identifying opportunities for improvement and independently managing minor improvements/projects
• Gradually taking over specific DM tasks
• Ensuring the right communication within the responsible team and with other departments, stakeholders of DCE
• Making sure the information is cascaded to all level of the organization, you and team leaders tell, listen and act lead by JYSK values
• Using your right to speak up and encourage employees to do so
• Living our JYSK Values; Colleague, Corporate spirit and Tradesman

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING

• Understanding of KPIs, can link actions to goals
• You are easily grasp complex warehouse/logistics processes and quickly acquire new knowledge
• Ability to create team spirit through high energy and motivation
• The skill to develop staff and secure best practice in the department
• The ability to analyze quickly situations, react with urgency and take the responsibility
• Role model attitude and natural skill to take the lead in all situations
• Assertive communication skills, able to give over message to different skilled employees
• Ability work in team but able to plan, prioritize and make independent decisions in a busy and fast-paced environment
• Eagerness to develop yourself and the drive and ambition to grow
• Very good command of written and verbal English and Hungarian
• Very good computer literacy (MS Office, WMS, ERP)
• Previous leadership or shift supervisor experience is a plus

IS THIS YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY? Apply today!

For any advice or support, email us at [email protected] and we’ll be happy to help!

Recruitment process

We process applications on an ongoing basis and complete the recruitment when we have found the right candidate. We always hold interviews – and for selected positions you can expect to have assessments and/or a video interview, where we look forward to hearing about your motivation for the job.

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ABOUT US

• JYSK is an international retail company guided by the JYSK values: tradesman, colleague, and corporate spirit

• Our distribution centers ensure efficient delivery throughout Europe

• We believe in trust, teamwork, and responsible freedom

JYSK wants to include everyone, regardless of age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental condition, ethnicity, or experience. Together, we foster an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diversity of our employees. Because a wonderful mix of minds, talents, and unique personalities makes us a stronger team.

For more information, please visit our career page.