Lead- Global Internal Employee Communications

General information

All posting locations Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

Job Function 08 - PR/Communications & Regulatory

Date Published 09-Jun-2023

Ref # R-70952

Description & Requirements

Location Chicago- IL - Corporate Business Hours

What do we bring to the table?

• Full suite of additional plans vision- dental- life- disability- adoption/family planning reimbursement- childcare- parental leave LiveWell lifestyle/well-being discount and rewards program (for example- $50 subsidy for fitness tracker)
• Learn more about life #hereatKraftHeinz on our YouTube channel!
• Prescription (Rx) card
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs)
• Award-winning Ownerversity learning & development resource library.
• Benefits begin immediately upon hire. Fully customizable medical plans (HRA- HSA- FSA)- 5 different carrier choices
• 401(k) matching + extra 3% freebie company contribution
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support

Lead- Global Internal Employee Communications

Plays a central role in driving understanding of our company’s business strategy across our global employee population- and embedding our company’s Purpose- Vision- and Values into their lives. Reporting into the Associate Director Global Internal Communications- this role will help develop and implement a central employee communications strategy- built in collaboration with key global collaborators and Zone communications leaders.

What’s on the Menu?

• Help build a global community of internal communicators- engaging team members and comms leaders around the world from our commercial and supply chain populations.
• Support a Sr. Communications Specialist in the development and execution of key communications routines- including weekly/monthly updates- local engagement campaigns and key employee and organizational announcements- providing oversight and quality control.
• Work closely with our Executive Leadership Teams to develop company-wide messaging and content- including written messages- video- audio and graphic/written content- and speeches and talking points.
• Play a key role in leading employee engagement channels and developing a channel strategy + centralized internal communications strategy with Internal Employee Communications leadership.
• Use cultural and audience insights in your critical thinking- helping to develop a communications strategy that builds trust- instills organizational clarity- and positively engages employees throughout their Kraft Heinz experience.
• Act as a trusted advisor on tone- content- and cadence of messaging across key topics including- but not limited to- ESG- DEI&B- company strategy- brand updates- M&A- innovation- and employee experience.
• Treat your teammates with respect and patience- and are a proactive- self-starter who gets excited by an extraordinary idea (and are willing to roll-up your sleeves to make it happen).

Recipe for Success Apply now if this sounds like you!

• I have experience working in a public relations / marketing communications function experience leading internal and external communications- corporate communications- issues management and team member engagement- ideally in a fast-paced global commercial organization or in a client-facing role.
• I have success in handling multiple projects and leadership skills with outstanding organizational and planning skills in a complex business environment.
• I have the ability to maintain a steadfast work pace with the ability to change course quickly.
• I have strong communication skills- both written and verbal- with a strong command of the English language and the ability to simplify complicated messages.
• I am skilled in dealing with critical- complex- and confidential issues and situations.

Please note This job posting is just a preview of the full scope of the position. A comprehensive job description is shared upon interview.

We hope to find you a seat at our table!

About Us

Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.

Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.

Why Us

We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food.

Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.

Office Collaboration & Hybrid Work Environment

We believe our office environment fuels our collaboration, connection & community as an organization and allows our employees to grow toward greatness. We also believe providing a more flexible and agile model is essential in today’s workplace. A majority of our office-based employees will be able to work remotely for up to two days each week. Additionally, employees who are subject to this hybrid model will be eligible to work from anywhere for up to six weeks in a rolling 12-month period (in maximum two-week increments and according to benefits and tax guidelines). Some jobs may be required to be performed fully in office depending on the role’s responsibilities and requirements.