Associate Operations Manager

You will ...  Role SummaryOwn leadership and strategic oversight for a Procurement Pod/Region, ensuring team performance, process discipline, and cross-functional alignment across DCs, 3PLs, and national procurement. People Leadership 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 Strategic & Operational Oversight 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 Cross-Pod Responsibilities 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   You are… Obsessed with food!  Analytical and a problem-solving zealot  Proactive, ambitious, and assertive: you take ownership of your work and think beyond the scope of a given assignment  Entrepreneurial and can make things happen  Excited to work in a fast-paced environment with constant change and limited direction Comfortable making split-second decisions with far reaching consequences  Passionate about our business and committed to its growth    At a minimum, you have...  A Bachelor’s degree is required  3+ years of purchasing experience, preferably in produce, protein, or other food products People Management experience is a plus!

Inventory Management experience is a plus!  Quantitative and analytical experience(either through education or professional experience)  including solid comfort in Excel Knowledge & interest in food/food service is encouraged You’ll get… Competitive hourly rate, 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 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.  Arizona Pay Range$73,200—$82,350 USD

HelloFresh is on a mission to change the way people eat, forever!

From our 2011 founding in Europe’s vibrant tech hub Berlin, we’re evolving from the world’s leading meal kit company to the world's leading food solutions group. We delivered 243.3 million meals and reached 7.5 million active customers around the world in Q3 2022.

HelloFresh Group consists of six brands that provide customers with high quality food and recipes for different meal occasions. Every ingredient needed for our meals...