Demand Capacity Planner (all genders)

HelloFresh SE; Berlin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Relocation support

Hybrid work model

HelloFresh discounts

Learning budget

German language budget

Headspace access

Wellbeing programs

Gym access

Sabbatical option

Job summary

HelloFresh SE in Berlin seeks a Strategic Demand Capacity Planner to shape long-term alignment between European market demand and our supplier, production and logistics networks. You will report to the Associate Director of Strategic Planning within Central Planning/International Operations.

Your mission is to translate long-range demand signals into capacity strategies, work with Product, Marketing and Forecasting, and help deploy the HelloFresh Planning Target Operating Model and an Advanced

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience in a similar role.
• A university degree in Business Administration, SCM, Logistics, Economics, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Experience at the intersection of demand and supply is advantageous.
• Strong analytical skills with data-driven decision making.
• Interest in senior stakeholder management and cross-functional problem solving across operations.
• Effective communication in English; German is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the Forecasting team in developing a long-term forecast for strategic decision-making.
• Conduct industry research on supplier and logistics network trends and planning tools developments.
• Analyze and monitor capacity utilization across suppliers, production and logistics networks.
• Assist in scenario planning and simulations for demand alteration activities.
• Translate forecasted demand into actionable procurement and production plans to prevent waste.
• Promote development and deployment of the HelloFresh Planning Target Operating Model and Advanced Planning Tool.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

English communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Strategy experience

Education

University degree in Business Administration/SCM/etc

Job description

The role:What's in the Box

As a Strategic Demand Capacity Planner, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the long-term alignment between European market demand and our global supplier, production, and logistics networks. Sitting within the Central Planning team and nested in the International Operations department, you will report directly to the Associate Director of Strategic Planning.

Your mission is to bridge the gap between commercial ambition and operational reality. By working closely with Product, Marketing, and Forecasting teams, you will translate long-range demand signals into actionable capacity strategies, ensuring our network is prepared for future growth and evolving market shifts.

Please note that this position is a 24-month fixed-term contract (with the aim of converting it to a permanent position afterwards).

What you'll do: The Recipe

• Support the Forecasting team in developing a long-term forecast for strategic decision-making.
• Conduct industry research on supplier and logistics network trends, as well as developments in digital technology for planning tools.
• Analyze and monitor capacity utilization in our operational country clusters (suppliers, production, logistics network), enabling proactive risk management of our supply chain rather than reactive, wasteful incident handling.
• Assist in scenario planning and ad-hoc simulations on our supplier and fulfillment network for demand alteration activities affecting our end-to-end capacities
• Translate forecasted demand into actionable procurement and production plans, making tactical decisions to prevent financial waste
• Promote the development and implementation of the HelloFresh Planning Target Operating Model including the deployment of an Advanced Planning Tool

What you'll bring: The Ingredients

• 4+ years of professional experience in a similar role.
• A university degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Economics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Initial experience in strategic roles at the intersection of demand and supply, or a background in consulting, is considered an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage data to inform decision-making.
• Interest in senior stakeholder management and a desire to drive value by orchestrating cross-functional problem-solving initiatives across operational functions.
• Effective communication skills in English; German language skills are a plus. Ability to collaborate across international and cross-functional teams.
• A business-oriented mindset combined with a data- and process-driven approach to work.

What we offer: The Toppings

• Elevate your lifestyle! Join one of Europe's fastest-growing tech powerhouses in a dynamic phase of expansion.
• Immerse yourself in a diverse global community of 90+ nationalities.
• Enjoy a competitive compensation package that goes beyond the norm, with perks like a HelloFresh- subsidized Pension Scheme, Berlin relocation support, and a Hybrid working model.
• Exclusive discounts on your weekly HelloFresh box and office meals.
• Invest in your growth with an annual learning & development budget, German language learning budget, and access to the HelloFresh Academy.
• Plus, we've got your well-being covered with mental health support, transportation perks, and working-parent-friendly benefits. From our 24/7 gym access, wellbeing platforms like Headspace and Spill, to sabbatical leave options, HelloFresh is not just a workplace; it's a lifestyle of perks and possibilities!

Are you the missing ingredient?

If this sounds like a tasty opportunity, we'd be excited to hear from you. We aim to review your profile and respond within 5 business days.