Team Lead, Operations Research (m/f/x)

The role

As a Team Lead - Operations Research of the Algorithmic Solutions Cluster, you will lead a high-performing team of Operations Researchers and orchestrate the optimization of our supply chain operations, from procurement planning over production management to logistics. You will drive both upstream and downstream supply chain algorithmic services while being the key orchestrator of our internal OR infrastructure, ensuring the smooth running and continuous enhancement of all our optimization models. Your leadership and expertise will be pivotal in evolving our operational strategies, while empowering your team to solve complex supply chain challenges that directly impact our business performance.

You will foster a culture of innovation, data-drivenness, and optimization, ensuring that HelloFresh stays at the forefront of supply chain excellence. In this leadership role, you’ll also work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering and data, to align on key operational strategies and drive impactful solutions.

Above all, we are looking for people who will make HelloFresh better. We believe there are many different ways of developing skills and we love diverse experiences! So even if you don’t “tick all the boxes” but think you’d thrive in this role, we would really like to learn more about you.

What you’ll do

• Lead and mentor a diverse team of Operations Researchers, providing guidance, feedback, and professional development opportunities to foster growth and expertise within the team.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with business stakeholders to define project requirements and coordinate with engineering and data science teams to deliver impactful solutions that improve supply chain performance.
• Identify, address, and proactively solve complex supply chain problems using data-driven approaches, driving operational efficiency and cost optimization.
• Maintain and scale our internal OR infrastructure, ensuring all tools and models are reliable, scalable, and adaptable to different markets and operational contexts.
• Champion a data-driven culture across the team and organization, advocating for the use of mathematical optimization and ensuring key decision-makers understand the value it brings to the business.
• Own and enhance our optimization models to solve a wide range of supply chain challenges, ensuring they evolve with the business needs and are implemented effectively across different regions and problem areas

What you’ll bring

• Master’s degree in Operations Research, Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, Management Science, or a related field.
• Proficiency in mathematical programming and solid experience with operations research concepts (familiarity with tools such as Cplex, Gurobi, or AIMS is a plus).
• 5+ years of experience working in a startup, scale-up, or fast-paced industry, showcasing your ability to deliver in high-growth, dynamic environments.
• 2+ years of leadership experience, with a proven track record of successfully leading teams and delivering high-impact projects.
• Hands-on experience in Python and SQL; proficiency with BI tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Looker is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage and influence business and technical stakeholders at all levels.
• Proactive, autonomous problem-solver with excellent strategic thinking and project management skills, capable of leading multiple high-profile projects simultaneously.

What we offer

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.
• Elevate your lifestyle with 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!

Operations

Our Operations teams are located throughout the markets we are active in. We are a diverse group with a common focus, getting the best products to our customers, with the widest choice and the most flexibility. We are industry leaders in Production, Supply Chain, Procurement, Food Safety, Automation, and Data Analytics. HelloFresh is expanding rapidly and we are always scouting for top professionals to be part of this exciting growth in both our existing markets and brand portfolio, but also in new geographies and new brands. Join us and play a vital role in getting the best ingredients to our customers! 

Our more than 15,000 employees from over 70+ nationalities are the heart and soul of our diverse, fast-paced and dynamic environment where innovation and smart, fast action is encouraged. 

We will encourage you to make an immediate impact in your area of work as well as empower you to grow your career with us.

Are you up for the challenge?

Please submit your complete application below including your salary expectations and earliest starting date.

After submitting an application our team will review this and get back to you within 5 business days. 

We are HelloFresh

At HelloFresh we embrace and welcome diversity and we currently employ over 15,000 individuals globally who contribute to this. We employ individuals based on their ability to perform a job rather than on the basis of their: race, national origin, color, caste, social origin or position, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, political opinion, marital status or any other characteristic. We encourage everyone to apply and will give everyone equal consideration. We are an equal opportunity employer – everyone is welcome at our table.