Robert Duta

Background

About Robert Duta

TL;DR: Operations leader & CEO (Skillab Romania). Ex-Amazon, ex-JustEatTakeaway. 12+ years scaling teams, driving business growth, and delivering results in EdTech, e-commerce, and tech across Europe. Specialist in executing strategy, cost optimization, and international expansion Full Version: With over 12 years of international leadership experience across technology, e-commerce, and private equity, I lead a team of 60+ professionals across Sales, Operations, Marketing, and Support, driving growth, partnerships, and a high-performance culture in one of the fastest-growing learning platforms in the region. Previously, I worked with Afendis Capital Management as a Management Consultant, overseeing M&A integrations, governance, and post-acquisition synergies across six countries, achieving seven-figure efficiency gains within the first year. Earlier in my career, I led large-scale operations at Amazon and Just Eat Takeaway, launching European Amazon Robotics sites, building PMO structures for Alexa, and managing over 400 employees across 14 locations with full P&L ownership. I also advise Zebra People, a recruitment and headhunting agency helping companies across Europe connect with exceptional talent. A Six Sigma Black Belt by background, I’m passionate about operational clarity, scalable systems, and people-centered leadership. I thrive where strategy meets execution and growth is built on alignment, accountability, and purpose. Core Competencies: Operational Excellence & Cost Optimization | Engineering Project Delivery | PMO & Governance Structures | M&A Post-Acquisition Integration | Expansion & Scalability | Founder & Investor Partnership | Multi-Country Operations | P&L Ownership (€50M+)