Dynamic leader in product commercialization and strategic sourcing with over 15 years of experience driving operational excellence and innovation in the food and consumer goods industry with a record of leading high performing, dynamic teams.At HelloFresh, I served as Senior Director of Procurement Strategy, leading a 13-person team in managing $350M in Grocery, Dairy, and Market categories. My leadership optimized supply chains and significantly improved P&L performance through strategic sourcing, robust negotiations, and innovative strategies.Previously, as VP of Product Commercialization & Supplier Engagement at Roland Foods, I directed the commercialization of over 300 private label products. My approach integrates market intelligence with consumer insights and enhanced supplier engagement to drive growth and provide meaningful customer-focused product solutions.I have a proven track record in developing and launching market-aligned products, evidenced by my roles at Safeway and Target. My cross-functional leadership consistently leads to successful product development, strategic sourcing, and brand management across multiple categories.
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Director Private LabelGivaudanNew York, Ny, Us
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AdvisorEpallet, Inc. Aug 2022 - Present -
MemberChief Sep 2019 - Present -
Senior Director Procurement StrategyHellofresh Oct 2021 - Apr 2024Led 13-person category management team responsible for strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiations, and supply chain optimization of $350M Grocery, Dairy and Market categories. Oversaw the 3-person Vertical Integration team responsible for operating co-packing capabilities. -
AdvisorShire City Herbals Mar 2021 - Feb 2022 -
Vice President Product Commercialization & Supplier EngagementRoland Foods, Llc May 2015 - Apr 2020New York, New York, United StatesDefined and implemented strategic cross-functional product commercialization process. Led 9-person team responsible for the sourcing and commercialization of over 300+ branded and private label products in 20+ product categories. Responsible for identifying, onboarding and managing supplier relationships across 300+ suppliers in 50+ countries. Determined assortment strategy and oversaw category management across 20+ product categories. Worked with customers to generate customized product solutions and implemented go-to-market strategies. -
Senior Director RetailRoland Foods, Llc Aug 2014 - Apr 2015New York, New YorkLed 9-person sales team in the growth and development of retail division. Responsible for P&L and regional go-to-market plans including product assortment, promotional activity, pricing, and distribution.
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ManagerKurt Salmon Sep 2013 - Aug 2014Managed the consulting team during the design of a corporate governance structure to drive financial and operational improvements through joint marketing initiatives. Developed an integrated retail marketing strategy and planning process to better engage consumers, leverage operational efficiencies, and grow revenue. -
Senior Brand ManagerSafeway Dec 2012 - Aug 2013Led consumer research to determine target consumer, market opportunity and strategic positioning for a new brand within the Health & Wellness portfolio. -
Senior Innovation ManagerSafeway Sep 2011 - Dec 2012Pleasanton, CaDeveloped and launched 50+ items in 10+ product categories across private label brands in growing and emerging trends including gluten-free and natural. Determined product assortment strategy through customer and market data-driven insights. Led cross-functional team in strategic sourcing, food science, and packaging design.
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Owned Brand BuyerTarget Apr 2011 - Sep 2011Managed the development of 9 categories of owned brand frozen food products. Oversaw the product development and led a cross-functional team in food science, food safety, quality assurance, and packaging departments. Secured new vendors and cultivated vendor relationships. -
BuyerTarget Aug 2009 - Mar 2011Minneapolis, MnManaged $200M food & beverage category P&L across national retail chain. Defined core and seasonal assortment, merchandising, and plan-o-grams strategy utilizing quantitative market research, consumer insights, and macro trends. Developed joint business plan goal alignment process with strategic vendor partners to drive profit and vendor investment.
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Mba Buyer InternTarget Jun 2008 - Aug 2008Minneapolis, Mn
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Mba ConsultantOcean Spray Cranberries Oct 2007 - May 2008 -
Director Of Product DevelopmentArtisanal Premium Cheese 2002 - 2007New York, NyDetermined and executed product strategy for specialty food importer including sourcing, product development, packaging design, and brand management. Defined and executed omni channel merchandising strategy.
Jessica Jaffe, Mba Education Details
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Global Management -
Political Science
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Jessica Jaffe, Mba attended Babson F.w. Olin Graduate School Of Business, Barnard College.
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