Senior Supply Chain Manager

General information

All posting locations Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

Job Function 06 - Manufacturing

Date Published 02-Aug-2023

Ref # R-71720

Description & Requirements

Full Job Title Senior Manager- Supply Chain Development – Agile Disruptive Innovation (ADI)-2

Locations Chicago - Standard Business Hours

What do we bring to the table?

• Prescription (Rx) card
• Award-winning Ownerversity learning & development resource library
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support
• Learn more about life #hereatKraftHeinz on our youtube channel!
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs)
• 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)
• 401(k) matching + extra 3% freebie company contribution
• Benefits begin immediately upon hire. Fully customizable medical plans (HRA- HSA- FSA)- 5 different carrier choices

Supply Chain Development Manager at a glance

Kraft Heinz is currently hiring a Supply Chain Development Manager for one of 2023’s exciting new Agile “Disruptive Innovation” pods. In this role- you will be challenged to work collaboratively with the Agile Disruptive Innovation R&D- Marketing and Procurement teams to develop new disruptive food-based solutions. As a leader- you will leverage your experience on capital funding approval processes- commercialization- and operational execution. You will provide leadership in all phases of the project- including initial Feasibility assessment- as well as the Build and In-Market Validation phases of the project where promising disruptive concepts are brought to life.

What's on the menu?

• Lead commercialization effort for select ADI scale projects- platform innovation programs or significant capital related initiatives.
• Review project timelines and cost regularly with the project team- facilitate creation of mitigation/contingency plans and manage communication.
• Support Business and Manufacturing Systems initiatives as required- and support the continuous improvement of the commercialization process.
• Lead internal feasibility assessments and business case to support ADI team’s commercialization plans; define network capability (capacity/technology) and capital.
• Provide executive-level reports to upper leadership- project sponsors and other relevant stakeholders.
• Develop and recommend growth plan solutions across the product life cycle to provide optimal throughput while maximizing margin.
• Utilize tools that prepare the supply chain and manufacturing facilities for successful start-ups for both growth and cost out initiatives (including manufacturing asset optimization).

Recipe for Success Apply Now if this sounds like you!

• I have 3 years experience applying basic marketing & finance principles
• I have a Bachelor’s Degree in engineering- operations management- food science- chemistry- or another related field
• I have 1 year experience in manufacturing in a plant or R&D environment
• I enjoy building relationships and developing others’ potential
• Effective communication is one of my strong suits- especially when managing through ambiguity
• I have 3 years of project management experience in the consumer goods industry

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.