Full-Time

Operations Manager

Multiple Teams

Posted on 10/3/2025

Indie Campers

Indie Campers

201-500 employees

Global RV rental platform and marketplace

No salary listed

Berlin, Germany

In Person

Category
Operations & Logistics (2)
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Required Skills
Customer Service
Requirements
  • 7–10 years of experience in hands-on operational roles (rent-a-car, logistics, retail, hospitality)
  • 3–5 years in team leadership roles managing multiple locations or high-volume depots
  • Proven ability to manage depot financials, including budgeting, cost control, and supplier relationships
  • Strong communication skills and fluency in English (and local language if applicable)
  • A valid driver’s license and willingness to drive campervans
  • A hands-on, solution-oriented mindset and the ability to manage teams in dynamic environments
  • Availability to work on weekends and holidays as needed
  • Interest in our product and willingness to learn the technical details of campervans
Responsibilities
  • Leading and coaching Depot Leaders across multiple locations
  • Ensuring compliance with SOPs and high standards of customer service
  • Monitoring KPIs and implementing strategies to improve performance
  • Managing P&L, budgeting, and depot cost control
  • Collaborating with Central Ops, Finance, and HR teams
  • Traveling frequently (up to 75%) to provide hands-on support and oversight
Desired Qualifications
  • Fleet management and vehicle maintenance
  • Process improvement and digital tracking tools
  • Training, workforce planning, and team development

Indie Campers operates a global platform for RV rentals and road trips, combining its own fleet with a peer-to-peer marketplace. It has over 10,000 campervans and motorhomes and covers 100+ cities across Europe, North America, and Oceania. The platform offers short-term rentals, long-term subscriptions, and sales of new and used vehicles, with a digital-first booking experience and services like one-way trips and 24/7 support. The company differentiates itself by merging a large in-house fleet with a global P2P marketplace to scale operations, and it aims to grow its footprint through acquisitions (e.g., Just Go and Bunk Campers) and fundraising to expand access to flexible road trips.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$78.8M

Headquarters

Lisbon, Portugal

Founded

2013

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Subscription revenue model creates recurring revenue with higher lifetime value than transactional rentals.
  • 12 new depot openings by 2025 in secondary cities capture underserved leisure travel demand.
  • €62.5M funding (July 2024–May 2025) accelerates platform development and geographic expansion.

What critics are saying

  • EU Directive 2026/15 emission standards mandate 20–30% fleet retrofit costs, forcing price increases.
  • Yescapa and RVshare's aggressive pricing erode marketplace share through lower commissions and zero-fee models.
  • Cash burn from rapid expansion without proportional revenue growth risks future funding rounds.

What makes Indie Campers unique

  • Hybrid model combines 10,000+ owned vehicles with 7,000+ peer-to-peer marketplace listings globally.
  • One-way trips across 70+ locations in Europe, North America, and Oceania reduce customer friction.
  • February 2026 acquisition of Just Go and Bunk Campers consolidates UK and Ireland market leadership.

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Performance Bonus

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Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

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Silicon Canals
May 23rd, 2025
Portugal-based Indie Campers raises €62.5M across two funding rounds over the past year

Portugal-based Indie Campers raises €62.5M across two funding rounds over the past year.

LinkedIn
May 21st, 2025
We’re thrilled to announce that Indie Campers Indie Campers has raised a… | Indie Campers

We’re thrilled to announce that Indie Campers Indie Campers has raised a total of €62.5M across two funding rounds over the past year—including a recently closed €27.5M second tranche! This milestone fuels our mission to revolutionize the way people experience travel—building a seamless, tech-driven platform that empowers unforgettable road trips around the world. As we grow, we’re on the lookout for passionate and driven individuals to join our global team. If you're ready to make an impact in the travel and tech industry, we’d love to hear from you. 💪 A huge thank you to everyone who’s been part of our journey so far. The best is yet to come! 🚀 👉 Career page: https://lnkd.in/g3cjvfFX

ECO - Economia Online
May 21st, 2025
Indie Campers raises €27.5M funding

Indie Campers, a startup specializing in caravans, has successfully closed a new funding round of €27.5 million.

El Referente
May 21st, 2025
Indie Campers raises €62.5M funding

Indie Campers, a campervan rental platform, completed the second phase of its funding round, raising a total of €62.5 million. This phase, amounting to €27.5 million, was led by Indico Capital Partners with significant participation from Banco Português de Fomento. The investment will accelerate digital platform development and talent acquisition. Founded in 2013, Indie Campers aims to be the leading global road trip platform.

Firmenpresse
Jan 20th, 2025
Indie Campers secures €35M for expansion

Indie Campers secures €35 million funding to support its expansion in Germany and globally. By 2025, the camper van rental company plans to open 12 new locations across Europe, North America, and Oceania, including Düsseldorf and Munich. The funding will enhance technological infrastructure, operational efficiency, and team growth. Indie Campers aims to double its revenue in Germany by expanding its fleet to over 1,000 vehicles, emphasizing safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

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