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WHY TO JOIN NOW?

Groupon is backed by the Czech venture capital company Pale Fire Capital . We are currently undergoing a unique transformation phase , so expect a challenging and dynamic environment with opportunities to grow.

Our goal is to restore the company's growth and further focus on the value it can bring to local vendors through attractive experiences and services for their customers. 💚

In what we believe?

• Bottom-up and top-down approach

• Deconstruct the system into the smallest building blocks

• Understand the people and the numbers behind them

• Clear articulation of key issues and communication of next action steps

• Execution ability in complex environments with multiple stakeholders

• Delivery under pressure ( what takes years in normal companies needs to take weeks during the transformation period )

Who we are looking for:

• Working in uncertain conditions is not for everyone , and we respect that. We seek individuals who are dedicated to hard work and learning unique skills.

• Embracing a startup mindset , we prioritize simplification , task completion, and continuous progress in short intervals. 

• Our approach emphasizes teamwork , synchronized progress, mutual support , and the acknowledgment that success stems from a cohesive team.

• Continuous learning is vital, necessitating the ability to adapt quickly , communicate across diverse audiences, learn from mistakes, and contribute innovative ideas. 

• We value commitment and motivation, seeking individuals who find joy in their work , embrace learning, and are unafraid of engaging in impactful projects.

• Numerical proficiency is crucial, with a focus on result-oriented goals and proficiency in tools like Excel. 

• Thriving in an ever-changing environment , we encourage challenging the status quo, with an emphasis on data-backed challenges. Disruption is key , and we value the ability to find alternative solutions when needed.

• Comfort with failure is expected, urging individuals to try new approaches, learn from failures , and explore alternative paths. 

• Collaboration across departments, particularly with Product and IT, is essential in Groupon's tech-driven e-commerce environment.

• We are seeking senior individuals with experience in ecommerce/marketplace scale-ups or investment groups. Individuals capable of delivering results , navigating both the big picture and intricate details, and building effective teams .

Why to join us NOW?

• We are currently in the midst of a transformation with numerous challenging projects on the horizon. Join the Groupon Mafia and be part of the journey where impactful projects await. 

• You can contribute significantly from the beginning, pushing the frontline with top talent and embracing a transformative mindset.

• Opportunities like this are not abundant in the Czech Republic, and we believe they are rare even in Europe. 

• Spending a year with us, and thanks to Groupon's transformation story, promises to provide more learning experiences than a decade at any other company .

• The talent we have here represents the best that the Czech pool can offer.

  • Filip Popovic , SVP of Transformation, Product, and HR, brings extensive experience from Avast, Penta, and Google. 

  • Vojta Ryšánek , an experienced CTO, combines expert technical skills with a strong business approach. 

  • Marie Havlickova (ex-CEO Slevomat) has diverse experience, spanning from strategy and product design to sales and marketing.

  • Brano Majorsky specializes in revenue management, meticulously calculating every variant and step, much like his strategic approach to chess.

  • Closely connected is Zdenek Linc , responsible for marketing performance channels, and Jiri Ponrt , who comes from Alza and oversees finances. 

  • Lucie Bresova from Kiwi is dedicated to pushing customer support to a higher level. 

  • With Dušan Šenkypl as an interim CEO, who sets a positive example for decision-making, courage, and leadership, our team is truly exceptional.

What is our management style?

• Highly aligned leadership with skin in the game

• Super fast decision-making, deep product & tech understanding

• Leadership accepts risks and failures

• Ultimate ownership

• No ego

• Working hard but smart

• Common sense

• Stay humble, iterate & learn from the past

• Learning new things is a standard

• Ability and willingness to go into the details

• Working with people

• Building trust

Transformation is short and intense; the time to join is now for all those who want to be part of the turnaround story and grow with us. Don't miss this opportunity!

Groupon’s purpose is to build strong communities through thriving small businesses. To learn more about the world’s largest local ecommerce marketplace, click here for the latest Groupon news. Plus, be sure to check out the values that shape our culture, guide our strategy and make our company a great place to work. And just don’t take our word for it. Hear from real Groupon team members, learn more about our inclusive employee groups, and check out our benefits. If all of this sounds like something that’s a great fit for you, then click apply and let’s see where this takes us.

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