Jacob John

Team Lead Contitrade Operations @Continental

Hannover, DE

Leading a highly skilled team of 5 direct reports and 6 functional reports across 6 European marketsQuality Management- Establish and maintain a comprehensive Quality Management System tailored to retail operations- Standardize operational processes and ensure consistent training and continuous improvement across all markets- Conduct compliance checks and coordinate the implementation of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).Sustainability, Regulatory & Legal Compliance- Implement sustainability initiatives aimed at reducing energy and water consumption and increasing waste-recycling performance- Ensure the execution of EU regulatory requirements (including EUDR, ESPR, and GPSR) within the retail organizations- Oversee the fulfillment of environmental standards and compliance obligations across all markets.Business Systems- Serve as the responsible Business Owner for the Front Office ERP system, ensuring functionality, stability, and alignment with operational needs.Product & Brand Portfolio- Oversee the product and brand portfolio for the retail organization, ensuring alignment with business requirements and market strategies- Manage and further develop the BestDrive private brand.

M.V.J.C.E

BE, Mechanical Engineering

Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt

MEng, Automotive