The role: What's in the Box At HelloFresh, packaging is more than functional. It's part of how our customers experience every box we send. Our Packaging team is entering an exciting new phase, expanding its remit to look closely at the packaging surrounding our ingredients.  As Category Manager for Primary Packaging, you will report to the Director of Packaging and play a pioneering role in shaping a new category from the ground up. You'll work closely with our packaging design team on the broader redesign of our ingredient packaging across Europe, helping define both the strategy and the day-to-day of a brand-new function. If you enjoy building structure out of ambiguity and want ownership over something with real, visible impact, this role offers exactly that. What you’ll do: The Recipe * Map the current landscape of primary packaging across our European markets, building visibility that doesn't yet exist * Source and develop a network of primary packaging suppliers, taking ownership of vendor selection, specifications, and ongoing relationships * Consolidate spend category by category, moving toward well-negotiated, transparent supplier partnerships * Collaborate with our packaging design team to elevate the look and feel of our ingredient packaging * Navigate varying packaging legislation across markets, working with stakeholders to find solutions that scale where possible * Partner cross-functionally with ingredient suppliers, category managers, and internal teams to align on packaging strategy and priorities What you’ll bring: The Ingredients * A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or a related field and level * 2-4 years of experience in strategic procurement, supply chain, or consulting * A track record of building something new, with comfort working without an established process to follow * Strong prioritization skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment * Curiosity and a willingness to deep-dive into complex, unfamiliar topics * Fluent in English; willing to travel  occasionally Above all, we are looking for people who will make HelloFresh better. 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 we offter: The Toppings * Compensation & Financial Wellbeing * Enjoy a discount on HelloFresh meal kits, delivered straight to your door. * Build for the long-term with our company pension scheme. * Health & Wellbeing * Benefit from discounted memberships with Urban Sports Club and John Reed, yoga classes, and access to Headspace and Spill. * Flexibility & Work-Life * Balance your work and life with flexible hours, Work From Home/Abroad options, and a home office setup budget. * Receive childcare support. * Get a monthly allowance for the Deutschlandticket to support sustainable commuting. * Career & Development * Embrace "Learning Never Stops" with access to internal trainings and a central L&D budget*. * Culture & Environment * Work from a modern, comfortable office in Berlin-Kreuzberg and enjoy social events like team outings, Friday beers, and company runs. 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.