Senior Launch Manage

HelloFresh•Toronto, ON

5h•CA$116,130 - CA$126,130•Hybrid

About The Position

The Sr. Launch Manager is a critical, hands-on role responsible for the successful execution of all new hardware installations, new building launches, and decommissioning projects across our network. You will serve as the primary project owner, coordinating cross-functional teams, managing timelines, budgets, and risks to ensure seamless operational readiness and minimal business disruption. This position requires a strong blend of technical acumen, project management discipline, and stakeholder communication expertise.

Requirements

Proven experience (5+ years) in high-stakes project management, preferably within logistics, e-commerce, or manufacturing environments.
Demonstrated success in managing large-scale facility launches, capital expenditure projects, or complex hardware/system implementations.
Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to travel frequently (up to 50-75%) to sites during critical project phases.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with automated material handling systems (MHS), conveyor systems, and/or network infrastructure is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact from the Global Value Stream organization for all new facility launches for expansions, major hardware deployments, and site decommissioning activities.
Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope definition, detailed work breakdown structures, schedules, resource allocation, and budget management.
Coordinate and drive alignment across internal teams (Operations, Tech, Real Estate, HR, Procurement) and external vendors (contractors, suppliers) to meet launch deadlines.
Identify, track, and mitigate project risks and dependencies, escalating critical issues to leadership with proposed solutions.
Oversee the installation and commissioning of material handling equipment, IT infrastructure, and other operational systems in new and existing sites for the Global Value Stream team.
Establish Go/No-Go criteria and lead comprehensive readiness reviews before handing over launched assets to the Operations team.
Document and standardize launch processes, creating post-mortem reports and implementing lessons learned to continuously improve future project execution.
Other duties as required

Benefits

Box Discount - Amazing discounts on 1 box per week! 75% discount on weekly HelloFresh and Chefs Plate meal kits AND 50% off weekly Factor meal box.
Health & Dental benefits from day 1
a Health Spending Account
unlimited access to the Headspace app
25% discount on GoodLife fitness memberships!
Competitive RRSP matching program offered
generous vacation and PTO
A parental leave top-up program for expectant parents.
Growth & Development - We support your career progression, provide development opportunities, and invest in your continued learning through our organization wide L&D fund.
Work Hard & Have Fun - From team socials to engaging company days, you’ll have plenty of opportunity to experience the fun!
Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives - With impactful ERG’s like FreshPride, Women Empowered and LIMES, we are committed to our diversity, equity & inclusion efforts.