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About the Role

The Global Sustainability team is seeking a Circular Economy Manager for its headquarters in Berlin. This role is crucial for advancing the company's sustainable packaging strategy and food waste reduction globally, with a primary focus on EU, ANZ, and UK markets. The position requires a blend of strategic oversight and operational execution to improve food waste performance and ensure regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

Integrate sustainability into daily operations to improve waste performance across global markets.
Conduct site visits and waste audits to identify and implement waste reduction, donation, and diversion opportunities.
Support the development and execution of the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) strategy.
Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant packaging reporting across relevant regions.
Lead data reporting efforts for packaging and food waste in line with CSRD ESRS E-5.
Ensure audit-ready data collection and validation for sustainability reporting.
Drive the development of robust data pipelines and streamline existing tracking processes.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders to develop globally scalable oversight and align circular economy goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in sustainability, supply chain management, environmental science, engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of proven experience in sustainability, operations, or circular economy roles, preferably within CPG, food, or retail industries.
Distinct focus on food waste and packaging ecosystems.
Highly process-oriented with a hands-on approach.
Comfortable bridging the gap between corporate strategy and facility-level operations.
Strong analytical mindset with experience in large datasets.
Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau).
Experience with (non-)financial sustainability reporting (CSRD, EPR).
Deep understanding of sustainable packaging materials, waste valorization processes, recycling infrastructure, and international ESG reporting standards.
Exceptional project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Ability to influence and mobilize cross-functional, global teams across different time zones and cultures.
Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
Salary expectations and earliest starting date must be submitted.

Skills

Circular Economy
Sustainability
Food Waste Reduction
Sustainable Packaging
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)
European Sustainability Reporting Standard (ESRS)
Data Analysis
Data Visualization (e.g., Tableau)
Project Management
Stakeholder Management
Process Improvement
Operations Management

Location

Berlin

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

5+ years

Education Level

Bachelor's degree
Master's degree

Benefits

Competitive compensation package
HelloFresh subsidized Pension Scheme
Berlin relocation support
Discounts on weekly HelloFresh box
Discounts on office meals
Annual learning & development budget
German language learning budget
Access to the HelloFresh Academy
Mental health support
Transportation perks
Working-parent-friendly benefits
24/7 gym access
Wellbeing platforms (Headspace, Spill)
Sabbatical leave options

About the Company

One of Europe's fastest-growing tech powerhouses in a dynamic phase of expansion.
A diverse global community of 90+ nationalities.

Equal Opportunity

Committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity.
Providing reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities.