Lead- Product Design Jobs

General information

All posting locations Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

Job Function 16 - Digital

Date Published 09-Dec-2022

Ref # R-63645

Description & Requirements

The Lead- Product Design manages all aspects of the design process- from research and ideation to the creative conceptualization and design delivery for digital experiences. This individual will act as a strategic partner and work closely with Product- Engineering- and Marketing to deliver impactful design and digital strategies. The Lead- Product Design will inspire and motivate a team of designers and creatives to transform Kraft Heinz’ digital presence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team in setting and maintaining Design Systems
• Champion and deliver the digital product vision and roadmap and improve the product design process
• Build and lead a team of Product designers in managing the ideation and design implementation of a variety of projects
• Drive and influence product vision- strategy- and process with a cross-functional team of Designers- Product Managers- Marketers- and Engineers to deliver best-in-class digital products and experiences to our consumers
• Empower and mentor designers and contribute to a collaborative and creative culture
• A deep understanding of user behavior and digital experience- you will use data and user research to inform design decisions in an iterative manner
• Encourage large-scale transformational change across the organization- including but not limited to- embedding new digital practices- standards- and processes through the business to drive growth and profitability
• Demonstrate high-quality design practices. This includes participation in all aspects of design research- ideation- strategy- interaction design- and visual design
• Lead designers in expanding mastery of the business goals of each design request and pushing back on stakeholders with innovative design proposals

Qualifications

• Ability to lead and direct design thinking for a wide range of digital products
• 2+ years of experience managing designers
• Strategic thought leader with a passion for design and with a proven ability to set a vision- strategy- and goals that motivate and inspire the organization to deliver
• In-depth knowledge of Figma and Adobe Creative Suite
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to excel in a collaborative- dynamic- and results-driven environment
• 7+ years of design experience
• Bachelor degree in design- interaction design- or another related field

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.