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About this [US DC] Senior Manager, Planning role at HelloFresh

HelloFresh · Onsite · Irving, TX, United States; Newark, NJ, United States

The Fulfillment Planning team plays a central role in maintaining efficient Operations and delivering for our customers in a high-growth environment. Our Senior Planning Managers are responsible for end-to-end end-to-end production planning for our U.S. distribution centers, including addressing day-to-day operational risk, analytical problem-solving, and driving improvement of key performance indicators. We are looking for leaders with strong analytical and dive-deep skills, as well as excellent communication skills and executive presence, who can partner effectively with other leaders across functions to solve problems and execute high-level network decisions on a daily basis.

 

Job Responsibilities

 

  • Manage the team that is responsible for the on-time creation of daily production plans 
  • Track progress to and deviations from the plan, drive problem-solving and root cause analysis 
  • Assess and identify potential Operational risks; lead the discussion of risks and plan changes with other key business stakeholders such as Procurement, Logistics, HR and Operations leaders
  • Utilize production planning tools and track performance to ensure the successful execution of production plans
  • Take on projects to drive the continuous improvement of Fulfillment Planning tools and processes and complete them on schedule 
  • Manage a team of Fulfillment Planning Managers
  • Report to the AD of Fulfillment Planning 

 

Key Characteristics

 

  • Thought leader in developing solutions to cross-functional operational challenges
  • Capable of thinking strategically about high-level business impacts as well as being familiar with the details of deliverables
  • Proven ability to adapt quickly in changing situations and to use data to drive the right results 
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively develop cross-functional partnerships; open-minded, collaborative and team-oriented attitude
  • Experience managing competing priorities and informing complex decision-making in an ambiguous environment
  • Experience managing people and developing talent 
  • A commitment to professional integrity and ethics

 

Basic Qualifications

 

  • Bachelors or Associates Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or Business/ Supply Chain preferred
  • Organizational, project management skills, attention to detail and accuracy
  • Excellent interpersonal, math, and written/verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in Google sheets and/or MS Excel required (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, etc.).
  • 3-8 years of experience in Production Planning or related positions that require cross-functional collaboration and data analysis to influence stakeholders 
  • [Preferred] Experience within a distribution center, logistics, or manufacturing environment
  • [Preferred] Experience managing direct reports

 

Schedule

This is a full-time (40 hours, 5 days per week) role that requires working at least one weekend day. Possible schedules include: 

  • Sunday - Thursday
  • Tuesday - Saturday

Exact days and hours worked are flexible

You’ll get…

  • Competitive hourly rate, 401K company match that vests immediately upon participation, & team bonus opportunities
  • Generous PTO and flexible attendance policy 
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
  • Up to 85% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_)   
  • Access to Employee Resource Groups that are open to all employees, including those pertaining to BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+
  • Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chain

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities. However, the Company reserves the right to adjust, modify, or reassign work tasks and responsibilities as needed to meet changing business needs, operational requirements, or other factors.

 

Newark, NJ Pay Range
$136,710$158,100 USD
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About HelloFresh

HelloFresh is on a mission to change the way people eat, forever!

Since our 2011 founding in Europe’s vibrant tech hub, Berlin, we’ve become the world's leading meal kit company. In Q1 2020 alone we provided 111 million meals to 4.2 million households worldwide in 14 countries across 3 continents. 

HelloFresh supplies everything you need to prepare quality, delicious, home-cooked meals that require no planning, no shopping and no hassle. Every ingredient needed for our thousands of exclusive recipes is carefully planned, responsibly sourced and delivered to your door when it’s most convenient for you. Only HelloFresh gives you the tools to achieve something delicious every day.

Making dinner a delicious achievement – not just another meal – takes a lot of work and smart people. From Designers and Copywriters to Data Scientists and DevOps Engineers, to potato farmers, pasta makers and the people who ensure every box is perfectly packed for every customer, we’re collectively disrupting the food supply chain and the multi-trillion-dollar food tech industry.

Our offices across the globe from New York to Berlin, London to Sydney are filled with more than 7,000 high-performing and ambitious talents from over 70 countries. We’re always looking for new ingredients to spice up our recipe, so join us now!

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