• Lead and execute sourcing activities or Request for Proposals for assigned categories
• Be responsible for identifying and executing cost savings opportunities, securing supply/capacity, and finding innovative alternatives for your respective categories
• Own costing inclusive of budget/inflation estimates, inbound costs, cost to hold safety stock, associated cap-ex, etc.
• Analyze and monitor market trends, supplier landscape and innovation/trends for respective categories
• Ensure proper alignment with internal stakeholders/customers on business needs 
• Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure maximum value while taking into consideration TCO (total cost of ownership), service, and quality
• Build supplier relationships that generate value for both HelloFresh and the suppliers over time
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and change management 
• Manage and maintain relationship with suppliers, optimizing the company’s supplier base
• Collaborate and support the Operations, Engineering, and Planning teams within the Packaging Procurement team in executing strategic initiatives activities (eg. reduction of quality error rates, reduction of DC changeovers, etc.)
• Negotiate Master Services Agreements and liaise with the in-house counsel to ensure contracts are executed in a timely manner 

• Analytical and a problem-solving zealot 
• Proactive, ambitious, and assertive: you have an ownership mindset and constantly think outside the box for continuous improvement opportunities
• Excited to work in a fast-paced environment with constant change and limited direction
• Comfortable making split-second decisions with far reaching consequences 
• Able to effectively communicate and to effect change with internal stakeholders, peers, senior management and our suppliers

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university (Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, Legal or similar) 
• Ideally 5+ years of strategic sourcing experience, preferably in packaging and/or insulated liners.
• Knowledge of the strategic sourcing process/methodologies and an ability to read and interpret commercial contract language
• Vast knowledge and interest in food packaging
• Quantitative and analytical experience (either through education or professional experience) including solid comfort in Google suite and or MS Office applications

• Competitive salary, 401k with company match that vests immediately upon participation, and company equity plan based on role
• Generous PTO 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 6 different Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including those for minorities, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+
• Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is growing exponentially year over year

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.