Director of Planning

At Fresh Direct, we are reinventing the grocery experience.

Since day one, our mission has been simple: bring the best, freshest food directly from the farm to people's homes - faster, fresher, and smarter than anyone else.

We're not just a food company. We're a technology-powered, customer-obsessed team building one of the most innovative end-to-end food supply chains in the industry. From proprietary routing systems to our state-of-the-art fulfillment center, every part of our business is designed to deliver unmatched quality, convenience, and care.

We partner directly with farmers, fishermen, and artisans to source the highest quality ingredients - then use smart data, automation, and logistics to deliver them at peak freshness.

It's grocery shopping reimagined - and we're just getting started.

If you're passionate about innovation, care deeply about what people eat, and want to help build the future of food, we'd love to meet you.

The Role

The Director of Planning is a critical leadership role responsible for building and leading the company's end-to-end operational planning function. This role translates demand forecasts into executable operational plans across fulfillment and last-mile delivery, ensuring the business is optimized for service, efficiency, and scalability.

The Director will own capacity planning, labor planning, and scheduling strategy, while driving continuous improvement through data, technology, and cross-functional alignment. This leader partners closely with Operations, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Technology to balance customer demand with operational constraints and cost efficiency.

What You'll Do

* Own end-to-end operational planning, translating demand forecasts into execution across fulfillment and last-mile delivery

* Lead capacity and labor planning to align volume, productivity, and service-level targets.

* Partner with Demand Planning to improve forecast accuracy and manage variability.

* Develop and enhance planning models, tools, and reporting to enable data-driven decisions

* Drive productivity improvements and cost optimization across operations.

* Lead peak and seasonal planning, including contingency strategies for demand fluctuations

* Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Transportation, and Technology to align planning with execution

* Build and lead a high-performing planning team focused on performance and continuous improvement

What You'll Bring

* 8-10+ years of experience in planning, analytics, operations strategy, or supply chain management

* Bachelor's degree required or equivalent practical experience; advanced degree (MBA, MS in Supply Chain, Analytics, or related field) preferred

* Proven experience in high-volume environments such as e-commerce, grocery, retail, logistics, or last-mile delivery

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in data modeling, forecasting, and scenario planning

* Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with planning tools, BI platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), or SQL

* Demonstrated ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable operational plans.

* Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing senior stakeholders.

* Strong people leadership experience, with a track record of building and developing high-performing teams

Our Values at Fresh Direct

We live these values every day:

A Passion for our customers

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We listen, innovate, and act quickly to exceed expectations with every order and interaction.

One team, one mission

Everyone contributes & every role matters. We break silos, lift each other up, and share a relentless focus on delivering results. That way, we win together.

Delivering excellence, every time

We take pride in the quality of our food, service, and the experience we create. Our team goes above and beyond to earn trust and guarantee 100% freshness.

Act with integrity

We operate with honesty, respect, and accountability in how we treat our customers, teammates, and partners. We own our outcomes and always do what's right, even when no one is watching.

Make fast, bold decisions

We challenge the status quo, embrace technology, and take smart risks to build a better future. At the same time, we stay true to our NYC roots and care for our community.

We love food. Yes, literally all of us.

What You'll Love About Working Here

* A fast-paced, innovative environment where ideas turn into action

* Opportunities for growth - many of our leaders have risen through the ranks

* Direct impact on how thousands of customers experience food every day

Salary:
The salary range for this role is from $160,000 -$190,000. Specific pricing for the role may vary based on many factors including but not limited to candidate experience, and skills.

Total Rewards & Benefits

* Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

* PTO, Safe & Sick Time, and Paid Holidays

* Medical, Vision, Dental, and Voluntary Disability coverage

* 401(k) with employer match and Life…