Country Manager Nordics (Based in Copenhagen)

About Burgermeister

Burgermeister is one of Germany’s most iconic premium burger concepts \- born in Berlin in 2006 and loved across the country for uncompromising quality, speed of service, and a distinctive brand identity. What started as a small kiosk under a bridge in Kreuzberg has grown into a cult brand with dozens of locations. We are now taking the next step and expanding Burgermeister across the Nordics.

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Country Manager Nordics

As Country Manager Nordics, you will build Burgermeister’s presence across Denmark, Sweden, and Norway from a regional hub in Copenhagen. You are responsible for establishing and scaling the business across all three markets \- from site selection and lease negotiations to opening stores, building teams, and driving operational excellence.

You act as the founder of the Nordics region, owning full P\&L responsibility and reporting directly to senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead market expansion across Denmark, Sweden, and Norway from first site identification through to store openings and scaled operations


• Identify and secure prime locations, including lease negotiations and feasibility analysis across all three markets


• Build and scale the Nordic organisation (Shift Leaders Store Managers Area Managers Country support functions)


• Own full regional performance including P\&L and key operational KPIs (Revenue, COGS, Speed, Quality, Waste, Guest Satisfaction)


• Lead all pre\-opening activities including hiring, training, setup, and launch execution in each market


• Ensure consistent execution of Burgermeister standards across all Nordic stores


• Drive cross\-functional collaboration with HR, Finance, Supply Chain, Training, and Marketing


• Ensure compliance with local food safety and occupational health regulations in all markets


• Report directly to senior leadership on performance, risks, and growth opportunities

What You Bring

• Proven leadership in QSR, fast\-casual, food retail, or multi\-unit operations


• Track record in market expansion and pre\-opening management across multiple locations or countries


• Strong P\&L ownership, budgeting, and forecasting experience


• Hands\-on entrepreneurial mindset with passion for operational excellence and scaling businesses


• Strong cross\-functional leadership and project management skills


• Experience working across multiple markets (Nordic or international exposure is a strong advantage)


• Fluent in English. Fluency in at least one Nordic language (Danish, Swedish, or Norwegian) is required; additional Nordic languages are a strong advantage


• Based in Copenhagen or ready to relocate

What We Offer

• Full ownership of the Nordic region and its development


• High autonomy to build and scale three markets from early stage


• Direct impact on international expansion strategy


• Strong, recognisable brand support from day one


• Opportunity to build something iconic across the Nordics and leave your mark

Apply

We carefully review all applications based solely on professional qualifications. Talent is considered regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual identity, nationality, disability, or age.

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