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About the Role

We are looking for a talented and experienced Category Manager to join our European Strategic Sourcing Team. This role involves developing and implementing a category strategy across multiple European markets, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring high-quality ingredient sourcing at optimal costs. We value diverse experiences and encourage applications even if not all criteria are met.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a category strategy aligned with overall objectives and supply chain requirements.
Identify, select, and manage relationships with key suppliers and vendors across various markets.
Lead supplier negotiations to ensure the best possible terms and conditions.
Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities by leveraging volumes and improving processes.
Conduct make-or-buy analyses for strategic sourcing decisions.
Develop robust cost models using in-depth analysis and monitor commodity prices.
Forecast future cost pricing utilizing data, industry knowledge, Generative AI tools, and insights.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive and execute procurement projects.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment between category strategy and business objectives.
Stay informed about market trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies to identify risks and opportunities.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of strategic procurement or production experience, preferably in the food or food-packaging industry, or as a management consultant with a focus on operations.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take initiative, work independently, and drive implementation.
Strong communication skills and ability to work successfully in flexible global team structures.
Excellent organizational and project management skills with a track record of implementing complex cross-functional projects.
Capability to excel in flexible global team structures amid uncertainty.
Comfortable managing complex projects, including developing new processes, SLAs, and KPIs.
Exceptional at devising creative solutions to supply issues and executing action plans.
Convincing track record of successful negotiations with external partners.
Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
Excellent English proficiency.
Willingness to travel internationally up to 25% of the time.

Skills

Strategic procurement
Production experience
Management consulting
Operations focus
Communication
Project management
Negotiation
Quantitative analysis
Analytical skills

Location

Europe

Work Type

Hybrid working model

Experience Level

Minimum of 3 years

Education Level

Bachelor's or master's degree

Salary/Compensations

Salary expectations required

Benefits

Competitive compensation package
HelloFresh- subsidized Pension Scheme
Berlin relocation support
Discounts on HelloFresh box
Discounts on office meals
Annual learning & development budget
German language learning budget
Access to 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.