HelloFresh · 5 hours ago
Associate Operations Manager
Phoenix, AZ, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$73K/yr - $82K/yr
3+ years expHelloFresh is a company focused on disrupting the traditional food supply chain, and they are seeking an Associate Operations Manager to lead a Procurement Pod/Region. The role involves overseeing procurement operations, coaching a team of buyers, and ensuring alignment with national procurement strategies.
B2CDelivery ServiceFood and BeverageFood DeliverySubscription Service
Responsibilities
Own leadership and strategic oversight for a Procurement Pod/Region, ensuring team performance, process discipline, and cross-functional alignment across DCs, 3PLs, and national procurement
Lead, coach, and develop a team of 3–8 buyers, including weekly 1:1s, performance check-ins, and structured feedback. Assist in PTO coverage
Partner with the Operations Manager to create and manage development plans, conduct performance discussions, and support buyer career progression
Responsible for training, onboarding, and competency-building for new team members in the pod
Oversee and direct the pod’s weekly procurement operations at a program level, ensuring the team delivers on targets and deadlines
Act as the final escalation point for all pod/region issues involving DCs, 3PLs, and strategy teams
Drive process governance, ensuring all pod buyers consistently follow tools, workflows, SLAs, and documentation requirements. Partner in the execution and follow through of CI Initiatives
Ensure pod alignment with national procurement strategies, policies, and operational standards
Participate in national forums to evaluate inventory risks, review performance trends, and shape future process enhancements
Represent the pod in conversations around network-wide optimization, waste reduction strategy, new SKU rollout governance, and replenishment methodology improvements
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree is required
3+ years of purchasing experience, preferably in produce, protein, or other food products
Quantitative and analytical experience (either through education or professional experience) including solid comfort in Excel
Preferred
People Management experience is a plus!
Inventory Management experience is a plus!
Knowledge & interest in food/food service is encouraged
Benefits
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
Company
HelloFresh
HelloFresh is a food subscription company that sends pre-portioned ingredients to users’ doorstep each week.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (35)
2024 (27)
2023 (16)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$367.46MKey Investors
Baillie GiffordRocket InternetInsight Partners
2017-11-02IPO
2016-12-20Series G· $88.32M
2015-09-17Series F· $85.64M
Leadership Team
Dominik Richter
CEO and Founder
Sebastien Tron
Vice President, Growth Opportunities
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