Job Abstract

The Senior Manager of Strategic Sourcing leads the procurement team’s initiatives surrounding the launch of new production or distribution sites and manages the prioritization and execution of the strategic project roadmap for the procurement team. This role will play a key role in initiatives to unlock additional production capacity, launch new categories of products, increase supply resiliency, drive cost savings, and improve our product specifications. We are looking for an experienced project manager with deep analytical skills, who is able to think strategically about a diverse set of opportunities.

You’ll work closely with our sourcing team and partner with operations, product, food safety and quality, culinary, and finance teams to drive projects forward. You are a hands-on project manager who is experienced with driving change across an organization, with a focus on impact and action.

• Develop and execute a playbook for new site launches, setting supplier network targets with our sourcing team and managing execution and launch
• Develop and execute a project plan for the launch of new types of products across all brands, working closely with cross-functional partners and sourcing category managers to align on scope and project milestones
• Manage the prioritization and tracking of all procurement strategic projects, ensuring project owners continue to meet targeted milestones and impact
• Lead key initiatives that span multiple product categories, such as the launch of private labels and alignment of supplier payment terms

• Someone who has a clear strategic vision and loves the challenge of working with a diverse set of stakeholders and finding creative win-win solutions
• Data-driven with strong analytical skills, and passionate about bringing that decision-making mentality to their the team
• Detail-oriented – You possess strong organizational skills and consistently demonstrate a systematic approach to all your work
• A self-starter – You are highly motivated and passionate; you’re eager to take on new projects without knowing exactly what you will uncover
• Agile – You thrive in fast-paced and dynamic environments and are willing to get deep into the weeds where needed
• A strong communicator who can easily communicate complex solutions verbally and in writing to cross-functionally and to upper management

• Total of 5-6+ years of experience in food or beverage research and development
• An advanced degree in food science or a related field is a plus
• A successful track record of product innovation and leadership in a cross-functional stage gate process
• Experience managing test kitchen operations and preparing samples and documentation for showings or evaluations
• Strong quantitative and analytical experience (either through education or professional experience), including expertise with G-Suite, Excel and procurement systems
• Experience managing and leading a team of direct and indirect reports
• Flexibility to travel (up to 10%)
• Flexibility to work weekends when required (2-3 times per quarter)
• Fluent in Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications

• Competitive salary, 401k with company match that vests immediately upon participation, and company equity plan based on role
• Generous PTO, including sabbatical, and parental leave of up to 16 weeks
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Up to 75% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_)
• Access to 7 different Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including those for 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

Position is eligible to participate, contingent on Supervisory Board Approval, in HelloFresh's equity program.

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.