Senior Special Operations Project Manager

Full Time
London, UK
10 months ago

The Senior Manager for Special Operations and Transformation is responsible for driving understanding of, and solutions for, our most exciting opportunities and pressing problems. This includes growth projects, such as launching new verticals, or operational improvements, such as reducing our carbon footprint or food waste. The team works across all aspects of operations from menu planning, to inbound logistics, production, and on to the final customer experience. 

HelloFresh is seeking an individual for this role who thrives in navigating ambiguity, excels in strategic thinking, and possesses a unique talent for creative problem-solving. You will also need to have strong stakeholder management skills, able to organize diverse teams across the business to deliver the best possible results for customers

What You Will Be Doing:

  • Strategic Thinking: Develop, refine, and execute strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and values.
  • Decision Making: Employ strong data-driven decision-making skills, using data as a guiding tool. 
  • Conceptualization and Ideation: Translate vague or complex ideas into tangible and strategic plans, demonstrating a keen ability to extract key insights and opportunities even in the face of uncertainty.
  • Creative Problem-Solving: Actively identify hurdles and bottlenecks, applying creative problem-solving skills to find optimal solutions. 
  • Project Management: Oversee projects from initiation to completion, managing timelines, resources, and stakeholders effectively. Drive a culture of accountability and ensure milestones are met.
  • Communication: Clearly articulate strategies, decisions, and reasoning to various stakeholders. Build consensus and alignment through effective communication.
  • Risk Management: Proactively identify and mitigate risks associated with projects. Develop contingency plans and adapt strategies as needed.
  • Accuracy in Estimation: Demonstrate a high degree of accuracy in estimating project timelines, resource requirements, and potential challenges. 

Who You Are:

  • Have a consulting or strategic project background, preferably (but not required) within an operational setting
  • An innovative thinker who thrives on solving complex problems, constantly seeking new and inventive solutions.
  • A creative problem solver who possess a unique ability to identify hurdles and devise creative solutions to remove obstacles
  • An individual who has huge ownership and passion
  • An effective communicator who can clearly conveys ideas, decisions, and strategies, fostering understanding and collaboration among stakeholders.
  • You leverage data for informed decision-making, maintaining agility and adaptability to changing circumstances.
  • Proactive Project Manager who manages projects efficiently, ensuring deadlines are met, risks are mitigated, and objectives are achieved.

What you will get in return:

● 70% off HelloFresh or Green Chef boxes● Company pension scheme● Gym membership● Bupa private medical insurance (including dental & family cover options)● Electric vehicle scheme● Free professional development and coaching memberships● Mental health first aiders and an employee assistance programme● Dog friendly office! (London site only)● If in the office, enjoy a free breakfast every day● Eye care scheme● Cycle to work scheme● Group Life Assurance

Location: The HelloFresh Farm, 60 Worship Street, EC2A 2EZ, London 

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday. Hybrid working - 50/50 remote working & flexible start/finish times 

Next steps: Your application will be reviewed and if successful, a member of the Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch within 2 weeks.

You are required to cooperate with HelloFresh in all health and safety matters. You are responsible for ensuring you take reasonable care of your own health, and safety as well as others who may be affected by the work activities you undertake. You must report incidents immediately and actively raise health and safety-related concerns to your Line Manager.

If you are currently a HelloFresh employee, please make sure you have discussed your application with your Line Manager.