Part-time Auction Operations Manager / Specialist (f/m/d)

Job Description

Global Dairy Trade (GDT) is the world leader in developing and operating dairy trading platforms, and actively supports the development of efficient dairy derivative trading. We operate on a worldwide scale with buyer/seller customers and stakeholders spread across more than 70 countries with different interests, languages, cultures and time zones, trading USD 2-3 billion annually.

Are you looking for a role where precision, structure, and collaboration truly matter? As our Auction Operations Manager / Specialist, you’ll play a vital part in ensuring the smooth execution of GDT's global online auctions – helping to maintain trust in transparent pricing and supporting the efficiency of our platform.

In this part-time position, you’ll work closely with various internal teams, contribute your analytical strengths, and continuously help improve operational processes. While the role doesn’t include direct customer contact, your impact will be felt across the business. You’ll work remotely with two fixed office days per week at our centrally located Berlin office.

If you’re someone who values clarity, quality, and teamwork – we’d love to receive your application!

Job Requirements

• Degree in Business Administration / Business Management / International Business / Economics / Project Management (min. B.A.) or a comparable qualification

• Minimum 2 years of practical experience in an online or e-commerce environment

• Auction experience is a plus, but not required – we provide thorough onboarding and training

• Confident handling of Excel, reporting tools, Confluence (JIRA)

• Strong analytical thinking, structured and proactive work style

• A team player with clear communication skills; fluent in English, German is a plus

Job Responsibilities

• Auction Management – Ensure smooth process execution, correct product data and system configurations

• Stakeholder Support – Provide technical/process support to internal teams and coordinate with customer service

• Troubleshooting – Monitor auctions and proactively resolve issues before, during, and after execution

• Analysis & Optimization – Prepare reviews and implement improvements to boost efficiency and quality

• Documentation – Maintain and develop SOPs and internal documentation for process clarity

• Quality & Innovation – Identify gaps, contribute to QA, drive scalable process improvements, and test new auction formats

Job Benefits

• Part-time role with flexible hours

• Option to work from home (remote) with two fixed days on site in our centrally-located office in Berlin-Mitte

• Competitive compensation, a highly motivated team, and regular team events

• Intensive training to get you fully set up, even without prior auction experience

• Up-to-date tech and a well-equipped workplace

• Personal development plans and regular knowledge sharing

The way we work ​- GDT’s values reflect our way of doing things and define our desired behaviours:

• Dare to do better: At GDT, we are determined to do and achieve better. We are encouraging of each other and act with courage, whilst considering risks. We seek innovation and creativity in our work. We celebrate successes and accept mistakes will happen.
• Respect: At GDT, we are authentic and are free to express ourselves fully while at work. We act with empathy, assume good intent, and take time to understand others. We are encouraging of calling in behaviours, and always discuss with compassion.
• Collaborative: At GDT, we unite as a team and realise we are unable to win on our own. We communicate openly, are willing to step up to lead in the right way at the right time and know when collaboration is needed.
• Make it happen: At GDT, we focus on what needs to be done and make it happen. We foster an environment for people to make things happen. We pride ourselves on being reliable and taking accountability.

Legal disclaimer
This job advertisement is aimed at all genders (m/f/d). Severely disabled people will be given priority if they are equally qualified. The personal data collected during the application process will be processed exclusively for the purpose of conducting the selection process in accordance with the GDPR and will be deleted after completion of the process, unless there are statutory retention periods. Travel expenses and other expenses incurred in connection with the application process will not be reimbursed unless expressly agreed otherwise. The law of the Federal Republic of Germany applies. The place of jurisdiction, to the extent permitted by law, is Berlin.