--- title: 'Country Manager, Denmark at Wolt' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/country-manager-denmark-wolt-copenhagen-e9kdx2jjwfpt' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-06' --- # Country Manager, Denmark at Wolt - **Company:** Wolt - **Location:** Copenhagen, Denmark - **Posted:** 2026-08-31 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-06 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/wolt/jobs/8167415 ## Job description ## About Wolt At Wolt, we create technology that brings joy, simplicity and earnings to the neighborhoods of the world. In 2014 we started with delivery of restaurant food. Now we’re building the delivery of (almost) everything and you’ll find us in over 500 cities in 30 countries around the world. In 2022 we joined forces with DoorDash and together we keep on dreaming big and expanding across the globe. Working at Wolt isn’t always easy, but it’s definitely exciting. Here you’ll learn more, build more, and ship more than in most other companies. You’ll be challenged a lot, but also have a lot of fun on the way. So, if you’re a self-starter with drive and entrepreneurial spirit, this could be the ride of your life. ## About the Role As the Country Manager and Director for Marketplace, you’ll own the Denmark marketplace P&L and play a central role in shaping our next phase of growth. Denmark is a mature and highly successful Wolt market, with strong fundamentals and significant opportunity ahead. With competition increasing and consumer behaviour evolving, our next focus is on unlocking new sources of growth, while continuing to strengthen marketplace performance and our position in the market. You’ll set the marketplace strategy, and sit at the intersection of operations, product, marketing and customer experience — making the trade-offs that determine how well the marketplace performs today and how strong it will be tomorrow. Working closely with other senior leaders across Wolt, you’ll identify where to invest, where to change course and where the next wave of growth can come from. You’ll also play a key role in expanding Wolt into new occasions and geographies, strengthening selection and building a marketplace that continues to deliver value for our customers, merchants and couriers. ## What You’ll Be Doing Set the direction for Wolt Denmark - Assess the market and build our long term position in the market - Set a clear direction for growth and profitability while maintaining the quality and customer experience that differentiate Wolt. - Balance supply, demand, customer experience and unit economics — often when the right answer isn’t obvious. - Identify the biggest opportunities and constraints across the marketplace and decide where Wolt should focus its energy and investment. - Turn strategic priorities into clear plans that teams across the organisation can execute against Own the Marketplace - Own the P&L and overall performance of our marketplace business in Wolt Denmark, from growth and revenue to variable profit and contribution margin - Set the priorities that move the marketplace forward improving gross order value, selection, quality, affordability and customer experience - Run regular business reviews with our leadership teams, turning performance data into clear decisions and actions - Balance short-term commercial opportunities with the long-term health, quality and economics of the marketplace Lead Across Wolt - Bring together senior leaders across Commercial, Operations, Marketing, Support, Finance and Analytics around a shared set of business priorities - Lead decisions on investment, resources and market strategy for Denmark, influencing across teams and functions without relying on formal reporting lines - Challenge assumptions, create alignment and make the calls needed to maintain a thriving business Unlock the next wave of growth - Lead initiatives that expand and strengthen the marketplace, from market development and geographic expansion to entirely new growth opportunities - Strengthen merchant selection and commercial performance to make Wolt increasingly relevant to Danish consumers - Build the operational capabilities required for our next phase of growth, including self-delivery. - Find new ways to grow by becoming relevant across more daily and seasonal occasions - Identify what works, turn it into a repeatable playbook and scale it Bring the team together - Build trust across teams and bring people with you, especially when priorities compete. - Lead our country All Hands and bring more than 350+ colleagues in Denmark together around a shared direction, ambition and purpose - Raise the bar for how we operate — ambitious in what we want to achieve, pragmatic in how we get there and humble enough to keep learning - Partner with our People and Workplace teams on the culture and employee experience that will help Wolt Denmark thrive Represent Wolt in Denmark - Partner closely with Public Affairs and Communications to strengthen Wolt’s reputation and position in Denmark - Represent Wolt externally as Country Manager, building trusted relationships with relevant stakeholders and acting as a senior voice for the company - Represent Wolt Denmark in relevant legal and financial matters and serve on the board of Wolt Denmark Ready to shape the next chapter of Wolt in Denmark? If you’re excited by the opportunity to lead one of Wolt’s most established markets, solve complex marketplace challenges and build the next chapter of growth in Denmark, we’d love to hear from you. Bring your commercial judgement, strategic thinking and leadership to Wolt — and help shape a marketplace that creates more value for customers, merchants and couriers. Apply now and tell us how you would take Denmark’s marketplace to its next level. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. That’s why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel. Beware of recruitment scams: DASH Brands will never ask you to pay money or share sensitive financial information during hiring — learn more about DASH Brands' legitimate recruiting process at [careersatdoordash.com/recruitment-scam-awareness](http://careersatdoordash.com/recruitment-scam-awareness). ## About Wolt ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Wolt is a Helsinki-based technology company that connects people ordering food, groceries, and other goods with courier partners and merchants, enabling rapid delivery in over 1,000 cities across 30+ countries. - **Entity Type**: Private (acquired by DoorDash in 2022 for approximately €7 billion) - **Headquarters**: Helsinki, Finland - **Founded**: 2014 - **Founders**: Miki Kuusi (CEO), Elias Aalto, Juhani Mykkänen, Petri Rahja, Lauri Andler, Mikael Matikainen, and Oskari Pétas ## Core Business - **Primary Industry**: On-demand delivery (food, groceries, and retail goods) / Logistics Technology - **Target Customers**: B2C (consumers ordering delivery), B2B (merchants/restaurants using the platform), and B2B (courier partners earning through deliveries) - **Mission Statement**: "We create technology that brings joy, simplicity and earnings to the neighborhoods of the world." ## Products & Services - **Wolt App (Consumer Platform)**: A mobile and web application allowing users to order food, groceries, and other goods from local restaurants, stores, and Wolt Market for rapid delivery. - **Wolt Market**: The company’s own network of dark stores (small fulfillment centers) that stock groceries and everyday essentials, enabling delivery in minutes. - **Wolt for Merchants**: A B2B SaaS platform and partnership program for restaurants and stores to manage orders, menu, and delivery logistics. - **Wolt Drive**: A logistics API and service enabling businesses to integrate Wolt's delivery network for their own orders (white-label delivery). - **Courier Platform**: The technology and operational system that connects and manages the fleet of 180,000+ active courier partners globally. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Acquired by DoorDash in 2022 for ~€7 billion. Current standalone valuation not publicly available. - **Key Metrics**: - **290,000+** active venues (restaurants and stores) on the platform - **50+** million customers - **180,000+** active courier partners - **15,000+** employees - **Notable Investors/Partners**: DoorDash (parent company), Prosus, ICONIQ Capital, 83North, Highland Europe, EQT Ventures, Goldman Sachs, and others (pre-acquisition). - **Growth Signals**: Since joining DoorDash, Wolt has expanded rapidly across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, launching in new countries and doubling down on grocery (Wolt Market) and retail delivery. ## Competitive Advantages - **Strong Local Brand & Culture**: Wolt has built a highly regarded, "no-politics" culture with a strong emphasis on ownership, kindness, and excellence, making it a top employer in Finland and across its markets. - **Technology-First Approach**: The company is deeply engineering-driven, with a focus on building its own logistics, routing, and marketplace technology from the ground up, rather than relying on third parties. - **Operational Excellence**: Known for a meticulous, data-driven approach to local operations, balancing rapid growth with high-quality execution ("do common things uncommonly well"). - **DoorDash Backing**: As part of the DoorDash group, Wolt has access to massive capital, global expertise, and a shared technology stack, allowing it to compete aggressively with rivals like Uber Eats and Delivery Hero. ## Strategic Focus - **"Deliver (Almost) Everything"**: Wolt is actively expanding beyond food delivery into grocery, convenience, pharmacy, and other retail categories through Wolt Market and merchant partnerships. - **Geographic Expansion**: Continuing to launch in new cities and countries, particularly in Central & Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, leveraging the DoorDash playbook. - **Deepening Merchant & Courier Relationships**: Investing in tools, earnings, and support for both merchants and courier partners to maintain a high-quality, reliable network. - **Product Innovation**: Building new features for the consumer app, improving logistics algorithms, and developing autonomous delivery capabilities in partnership with DoorDash. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Wolt is famous for its low-ego, high-performance culture. The company emphasizes "heart" (treating people kindly), "ambition" (thinking big but staying humble), and "attitude" (taking ownership beyond the obvious). It’s described as a safe space to express opinions, with a no-blame environment. - **Impact & Ownership**: Employees are given significant autonomy and are expected to take ownership of projects from start to finish. The company prides itself on being a place where you can "learn more, build more, and ship more" than elsewhere. - **Diversity**: The team includes over 100 nationalities, with a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. - **Work Model**: Wolt supports a hybrid work model (mix of office and remote), though specific policies vary by team and location. Engineering teams are known for having a strong in-office culture in Helsinki, but remote roles exist. - **Perks**: Competitive compensation, stock options (historically), a "twinkle in the eye" atmosphere, and the chance to work on a product used by millions daily. ## Sources 1. [Wolt Careers - Overview](https://careers.wolt.com/en/) 2. [Wolt Careers - Welcome to Wolt](https://careers.wolt.com/en/welcome-to-wolt) 3. [Wolt Careers - Culture](https://careers.wolt.com/en/culture) 4. [Wolt Careers - Teams](https://careers.wolt.com/en/teams) 5. [Wolt Careers - Jobs](https://careers.wolt.com/en/jobs) ## Other roles at Wolt - [Asc. 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