Job Description
As the Supply Chain Planner for the Protein Category, you will be the expert responsible for the end-to-end supply of high-quality, fresh ingredients, ensuring our customers get exactly what they ordered, on time, every week. This is a critical role in optimising our supply chain, managing key supplier relationships, and driving continuous improvement in our fast-paced operations.
You will…
- Be in charge of managing the weekly supply of our ingredients to ensure our customers receive high-quality ingredients on time.
- Own the end-to-end ordering process, becoming the expert on all operational concerns for your ingredient category.
- Work cross-functionally with other teams in our supply chain to continuously optimise our supply setup.
- Work closely with suppliers to ensure on-time, on-spec deliveries, and proactively follow up on any shortages or missed deliveries.
- Regularly visit the production site and communicate with our production teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Manage the inventory of our fresh goods to minimise waste and ensure supply.
- Assemble and report on data related to supplier performance, using insights to identify improvement initiatives for your category.
- Assist with accurate cost reporting and invoice validation.
You have/are…
- An organised and proactive approach, with the ability to think on your feet when managing a complex network of suppliers and perishable goods.
- Ideally, owned a complex category before, preferably in fresh food/short shelf life and have familiarity with a supply chain with multiple suppliers/supply routes.
- Good analytical skills; a strong command of Excel is a must for reporting and optimisation.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with both internal teams and external partners.
- A "whatever it takes" mentality that drives you to find solutions quickly and whenever needed.
- Obsessed with food and passionate about our business—whether you’re a genuine foodie or a problem-solving zealot!
- Confident in your manner and able to deal with a large and complex network of suppliers delivering a high quantity and variety of perishable ingredients.
What you’ll get in return…
- The chance to have a significant impact in a leading global food technology company
- Flexible working arrangements
- Egoless environment, constant learning with room for personal growth
- Free access to Headspace
- HelloFresh Academies - internal learning & development
- A diverse and vibrant international environment, with offices in 18 countries
- Competitive salary & benefits - 70% off HelloFresh
- Access to ClassPass corporate membership - 33 credits per month
Start Date: Immediately available - Can wait a notice period
Duration: Permanent full time role. You must have the right to work full-time in New Zealand.
Location: Penrose, Auckland - hybrid working environment
Salary: Competitive salary & employee benefits
Applications: We thank you for your interest in this role. Please note we will review the application for this position in January 2026
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