Application Guide
How to Apply for Global Director of Logistics & Fulfilment
at Too Good To Go
๐ข About Too Good To Go
Too Good To Go is a mission-driven company tackling the global food waste crisis through a convenient app that connects users with surplus food from restaurants, grocery stores, and bakeries. With a strong social and environmental impact, the company operates in multiple countries and is scaling rapidly, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while working in a fast-paced, international environment.
About This Role
As the Global Director of Logistics & Fulfilment, you will own the entire parcels logistics value chain across multiple European markets, from inbound warehousing to last-mile delivery. This role is critical to enabling Too Good To Go's growth by ensuring cost-efficient, high-quality logistics operations that directly impact customer satisfaction and the company's ability to scale internationally.
๐ก A Day in the Life
A typical day might start with a check-in with your regional logistics leads across Europe to review KPIs and address any operational issues. You could then dive into a strategic project, such as evaluating a new 3PL partner for a market launch, followed by a meeting with the product team to discuss how real-time tracking can improve customer experience. Afternoons often involve data analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities or a call with a carrier to negotiate service-level agreements.
๐ Application Tools
๐ฏ Who Too Good To Go Is Looking For
- Proven experience in senior logistics leadership within e-commerce, food delivery, meal kits, or CPG supply chain, with a track record of managing multi-country operations.
- Deep expertise in warehouse process design and optimization, including pick/pack, kitting, layout, and capacity planning, preferably through 3PL partnerships.
- Strong analytical skills with experience building KPIs, dashboards, and root cause analysis to drive continuous improvement and cost efficiency.
- A leader who has successfully built and developed global logistics teams, empowering local leaders while maintaining high operational standards across markets.
๐ Tips for Applying to Too Good To Go
Tailor your resume to highlight specific metrics from past logistics roles, such as cost savings, efficiency improvements, or successful 3PL negotiations.
In your cover letter, explicitly connect your experience to Too Good To Go's mission of reducing food wasteโshow you understand the unique challenges of handling perishable goods.
Research Too Good To Go's current logistics model and mention specific ideas for optimization (e.g., route planning for food rescue vs. parcels).
Demonstrate your ability to work across cultures and time zones by citing examples of leading remote teams in different European countries.
Prepare a case study or portfolio of a past logistics transformation you led, including challenges, actions taken, and measurable results.
โ๏ธ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
["Your passion for Too Good To Go's mission and how your logistics expertise can directly contribute to reducing food waste.", 'Specific examples of leading multi-country logistics operations, including 3PL management and warehouse optimization.', "Your experience with data-driven decision-making and how you've used KPIs to improve service quality and cost efficiency.", "Your leadership style and how you've built and developed global teams, especially in a remote or distributed environment."]
Generate Cover Letter โ๐ Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- โ Understand Too Good To Go's current logistics model: how they handle food rescue vs. parcels, and their existing 3PL partners.
- โ Review the company's recent growth milestones and market expansions to identify potential logistics challenges they may face.
- โ Familiarize yourself with the food waste regulations and sustainability initiatives in key EU markets where Too Good To Go operates.
- โ Look into competitors or similar companies in the food surplus space to benchmark logistics practices.
๐ฌ Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
โ ๏ธ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Focusing only on cost reduction without considering service quality or sustainabilityโToo Good To Go values mission alignment.
- Underestimating the complexity of multi-country operations; avoid generic answers that don't address cross-border logistics nuances.
- Neglecting to mention experience with perishable goods or cold chain logistics, which is critical for food waste reduction.
๐ Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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