Planning Associate

Who you are

You are detail-oriented with strong organizational skills, consistently demonstrating a methodical approach to your work. You possess excellent communication skills, enabling you to explain complex information to various audiences. You thrive in fast-paced environments and are comfortable working autonomously. You are data-driven, capable of organizing and synthesizing unstructured data into actionable insights to inform operational decisions.

What you'll do

As a Planning Associate at HelloFresh, you will oversee the scheduling of departments through work order creation and execution analysis for the Aurora facility. You will maintain production plans and related kitchen and inventory staging schedules to ensure efficient execution at the site. Your responsibilities will include ensuring inventory accuracy, conducting cycle counting, and monitoring production processes. You will follow a planning procedure through a series of checklists to review tools and operations metrics associated with kitchen and production plating departments. Engaging with department managers, you will address gaps in data entry, exceptions to on-plan performance, and any abnormalities in monitoring systems. You will escalate critical issues to operations leadership through defined escalation plans and manage the progress and outcomes of action items and escalations. Additionally, you will review areas for improvement with key stakeholders, including communication breakdowns and recurring supply chain problems. You may also lead or participate in special projects as required.

What we offer

HelloFresh is a company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chain, and this role offers an opportunity to be part of that transformation. You will work in a collaborative environment where your contributions will directly impact operational efficiency and effectiveness. The company values detail-oriented individuals who can thrive in a dynamic setting, and you will have the chance to grow your skills and advance your career within the organization.