[US DC] Labor Planning Associate
HelloFresh is seeking a Labor Planning Analyst for their brand Factor, which plays a central role in maintaining capacity for Operations in a high-growth environment. The role involves generating hiring plans for U.S. distribution centers and requires strong analytical and technical skills to drive planning accuracy.
Responsibilities
- Work alongside other members of the Planning team to validate labor plans and improve overall accuracy
- Support all labor management functions by driving enhancements in headcount planning, attrition curves, scheduling, and cohort balancing based on data
- Track progress to and deviations from the plan, assist with problem-solving and root cause analysis
- Serve as a technical liaison between Planning and Data/Engineering teams to translate business requirements, resolve escalations and contribute to the continuous improvement of tools and processes
- Own short-term labor planning to ensure operational sites are set up for success with staffing needs, optimizing for cost and experience
Skills
- Bachelor's Degree - Engineering, Mathematics, or Business/ Supply Chain preferred
- Experience in roles that require driving operational efficiency and influencing stakeholders using data interpretation
- Advanced data analysis and tool development experience using Google Sheets and/or MS Excel
- Proficiency in Google App Scripts, SQL and Tableau
- Proficiency in Snowflake or similar platforms
- Experience within a distribution center, logistics, or manufacturing environment required
- Experience with project management tools
- Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
- Advanced Spreadsheet Skills (Excel/Google Sheets): ability to conduct deep dive analysis and complex troubleshooting
- Data Querying & Manipulation (SQL): essential for pulling labor planning data and comparing performance against assumptions
- Data Visualization & Reporting (Tableau): required to develop performance scorecards and build reports
- Statistical Analysis & Forecasting: ability to understand forecasting and statistical concepts and models (exponential smoothing, variance, MAPE/RMSE, confidence intervals, etc.)
- Unstructured Data Analysis & Workflow Automation: ability to use Gemini or similar AI tools to summarize information via structured prompts, build mechanisms for data comparison, and integrate data sources
Benefits
- 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
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