Senior Analyst, Planning Excellence

HelloFresh; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

401K with immediate vesting matching

Team bonus opportunities

Generous PTO

Health and wellness benefits

Up to 85% subscription discounts

Job summary

HelloFresh is seeking a Senior Analyst, Planning Excellence to transform data into actionable insights for Operations and Supply Chain. You will forecast trends, develop data-driven tools and reporting systems, and partner with stakeholders to enable real-time access across internal teams and 3PL sites.

Ideal candidates bring 1–3 years in analytics, strong SQL and data visualization skills, and a passion for data-driven optimization in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a data-related field; equivalent experience accepted.
• 1–3 years of analytical experience with reports, dashboards, models, and data visuals.
• Strong understanding of supply chain planning: demand forecasting, inventory, and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data, forecast trends, and identify process improvements for Planning and Operations.
• Develop and maintain data tooling, datasets, and reporting systems for real-time access.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and present insights to senior leadership.
• Enhance data visibility with real-time dashboards and interactive platforms.
• Prepare concise reports and visualizations to support decision-making.

Skills

SQL

Snowflake

dbt

CTEs

Databricks SQL

Tableau

Grafana

Python

R

Excel

Google Sheets

Google Apps Script

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Data Analysis / Data Science / CS

Tools

Tableau

Grafana

Snowflake

dbt

Databricks

Job description

At HelloFresh, our mission is simple: to change the way people eat, forever. As a global digital-native FMCG company and the world's leading mealkit provider, we are transforming the traditional food supply chain through a data-driven, on-demand model that enables scalable and more sustainable food delivery. The HelloFresh Group includes eight brands serving customers across multiple meal occasions, including HelloFresh, Green Chef, EveryPlate, and Chefs Plate, as well as ready-to-eat meals from Factor and YouFoodz, meat and seafood subscriptions through Good Chop, and pet nutrition with The Pets Table. Through technology, data, and culinary innovation, we deliver personalized food experiences to millions of households worldwide.

Turn data into planning excellence!

We seek a Senior Analyst, Planning Excellence to leverage data expertise to identify process improvements, build data solutions, and collaborate across teams. Analyze data, forecast trends, develop reporting systems, and create real-time data access for Operations and Supply Chain. Partner with stakeholders and translate data into actionable insights through clear communication and compelling visualizations. Make a real impact across the Factor Planning organization.

Two Shifts Available: Sunday-Thursday and Tuesday-Saturday

You will…

• Drive Operational and Planning Excellence: Analyze data, forecast trends, and identify opportunities to optimize processes and reduce costs, providing strategic insights for Planning and Operations.
• Build Data-Driven Solutions: Develop and maintain critical tools, datasets, and reporting systems to empower data-driven decision-making across the organization, and streamline forward-looking processes.
• Foster Collaboration & Communication: Partner with cross-functional teams to align business processes, share insights, and effectively communicate complex data to senior leadership.
• Enhance Data Visibility & Decision-Making: Develop advanced tools and scripts to provide real-time data access for internal teams and 3PL sites, enabling proactive decision-making. Build visualizations to clearly communicate information.
• Champion Data-Driven Innovation: Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to develop robust user interfaces and explore opportunities for machine learning integration, ultimately transitioning from static reports to interactive platforms.
• Deliver Actionable Insights: Prepare clear and concise reports, presentations, and visualizations, delivering tailored data insights to support informed decision-making.

You are…

• Agile & Results-Oriented: Thrive in a fast-paced environment with a self-starting and adaptable approach. Manage multiple priorities efficiently and demonstrate a strong sense of urgency to achieve positive outcomes.
• Ambitious & Collaborative: Bring an ambitious mindset and a passion for teamwork to the role. Embrace continuous learning and actively contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Data-Driven & Autonomous: Demonstrate a strong entrepreneurial spirit and intellectual curiosity. Utilize data analysis skills to solve complex problems and make data‑driven recommendations with minimal supervision.
• Detail-Minded & Effective Communicator: Translate complex data and insights into clear, concise communication for both technical and non-technical audiences, ensuring meticulous and organized work.
• Analytical Problem Solver: Leverage your analytical skills and data curiosity to identify process improvements, proactively troubleshoot issues, and generate data-driven solutions for operational excellence.
• Collaborative Change Agent: Clearly communicate complex data findings in both written and visual formats for diverse audiences. Champion data‑driven innovation by collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams.

At a minimum, you have…

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree: In Data Analysis, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Business Intelligence, or a related field. (or equivalent professional experience).
• Analytical Expertise: Proven experience (1-3 years) in an analytical role, demonstrated through comprehensive reports, presentations, dashboards, models, and data visualizations for various audiences.
• Supply Chain Savvy: Thorough understanding and proficiency in supply chain planning processes, including demand forecasting, inventory management, and production scheduling.
• Industry Knowledge: Data analysis experience (1-3 years) in fulfillment, logistics, supply chain, production, or a related field.

Technical Skills

• Visualization Prowess: Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Tableau and/or Grafana for data visualization and dashboarding.
• Database Expertise: Proficiency in SQL (preferably within Snowflake), data build tool (dbt), Common Table Expression (CTE), and Databricks SQL for data extraction and manipulation.

Analytical Skills

• Problem‑Solving Aptitude: Strong problem‑solving skills using logic and data‑driven insights to identify opportunities, evaluate solutions, and present critical information effectively
• Quantitative Methods: 1-3 years applying quantitative / statistical methods for analysis (may include school projects).
• Data Fluency: Demonstrated experience in demand forecasting methodologies (time series, regression, causal modeling).

Communication & Collaboration

• Communication Champion: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to draw insights from data and explain to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Project Management: 1-3 years overseeing and managing project coordination and completion, with ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Team Player & Leader: Strong interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration with teams and the ability to interact effectively with senior leaders.

In summary, to thrive in this role, you'll bring a strong quantitative and analytical foundation with technical expertise. We're looking for someone with an ambitious mindset, a positive "can-do" attitude, and enthusiasm for collaborating with teams.

Preference will be given to candidates demonstrating strong SQL proficiency, particularly in Snowflake, along with expertise in data modeling and transformation tools like dbt. Proficiency in CTEs and Databricks is preferred. A deep understanding of data visualization platforms such as Tableau and/or Grafana is essential. Additionally, comfortable working with Google Sheets, Google Sheet functions, Google App Script, and Excel is preferred. R and Python programming, also nice to have in the long term, strictly for analytical DataFrame purposes. However, applicants must be able to apply knowledge of supply chain and operations planning analysis to optimize the business.

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.

Illinois Pay Range

$74,813—$83,125 USD

About HelloFresh

We believe that sharing a meal brings people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures together. We are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace equally and ensuring that everyone feels a sense of inclusion and belonging. We also aim to extend this commitment to the partners we work with and the communities we serve. We are constantly listening, learning, and evolving to deliver on these principles. We are proud of our collaborative culture. Our diverse employee population enables us to connect with our customers and turn their feedback into meaningful action - from developing new recipes to constantly improving our process of getting dinner to our customers’ homes. Our culture attracts top talent with shared values and forms the foundation for a great place to work!

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law, whether actual or perceived. As part of the Company’s commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations, up to the point of undue hardship, to candidates at any stage, including to individuals with disabilities.

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