Interim Facilities & Operations Consultant (Stuttgart-Based Preferred)

Location: Stuttgart, Germany Duration: 2–4 months (with possible extension) Time Commitment: 3–5 days per week Start: ASAP About the Role We are seeking a Stuttgart-based independent consultant to support office setup, vendor coordination, and operational readiness for a new office location. This engagement includes a mix of remote coordination and in-person site visits, vendor meetings, and local support as needed. This is a practical, hands-on role for someone who enjoys coordinating vendors, solving real-world problems, and making an office come to life — while also keeping basic office operations and bookkeeping running smoothly. Strong preference for candidates based near Stuttgart (Messe area). Key Responsibilities Office Build-Out & Facilities Coordinate with interior designers, furniture vendors, IT providers, electricians, and building management Manage ordering, delivery, and installation of office furniture and equipment Support layout planning, space setup, and move-in logistics Act as a local point of contact for contractors and service providers Ensure office readiness for staff onboarding Office Operations & Administration Day-to-day office coordination and supplier management Support HR administration (onboarding logistics, documentation, coordination with external payroll/HR providers) Interface with landlord/building management Bookkeeping Support Basic bookkeeping and invoice handling Primary interface with our external German Steuerberater/accountant Coordination with our corporate controller Language Requirements Fluent German (required) Conversational English (required) This role includes regular communication with German service providers and our international leadership team. Ideal Profile Based in or near Stuttgart Experience in office management, operations, or project coordination Comfortable working with vendors, contractors, and professional service providers Organized, proactive, and highly execution-oriented Familiar with German business processes and basic bookkeeping Apply tot his job