Sr. Buyer- Ingredients - Misc. Oils & Additives

General information
All posting locations Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Job Function 02 - Procurement
Date Published 19-Apr-2023
Ref # R-69115
Description & Requirements
Role
The Senior Buyer - Ingredients- Misc. Oils & Additives is responsible for North America (U.S. and Canada) Procurement for the Kraft Heinz Company. From a supply chain and price risk management perspective- the categories are complex and volatile. The individual in this position should be a strategic sourcing expert. Commodity and price risk management experience is highly preferred.
Responsibilities

• Responsible for the delivery of specific productivity and cash flow targets in alignment with overarching goals and objectives- focusing on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). The scope of this position includes category financial planning and budget setting as related to respective spending areas.
• Ensure the most optimal terms and conditions for Kraft Heinz while not negatively impacting service or quality.
• Category strategy development and ongoing category management result from sourcing activities to ensure the most effective supply base design. This position is linked closely with several cross-functional areas from an overall project management perspective and strategy execution.
• Market and industry analysis- supplier research and review- category and supplier segmentation- sourcing events- analysis- negotiations- contracting- and implementation.
• Manages various transactional activities related to systems and processes and is responsible for learning- understanding- and following all Kraft Heinz policies and Procurement policies and procedures as part of the overarching Procurement governance model.
• Interact closely with the Procurement Global Category Leads/Director and other cross-functional senior leaders.
• Leading and facilitating the strategic sourcing process for the Ingredients category

Qualifications

• High results-orientation.
• Priority Setting – Spends their time and the time of others on what's most important. Eliminates roadblocks and creates focus.
• Anticipates and adjusts for problems and obstacles.
• Can be forceful and direct as well as diplomatic.
• Strong Analytical- Planning and Execution skills.
• Minimum of 2 year of experience in Direct Procurement (i.e.- Ingredients- Packaging)
• Ability to effectively negotiate and influence business decisions and change.
• Minimum Bachelor's degree required.
• Leadership & Management experience preferred
• Can work through tough agreements and settle disputes effectively.
• Can effectively articulate various perspectives and impacts of issues and project them into the future. Able to see all sides and the inherent value to stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of Excel and in developing presentations
• Effective at establishing trust- building effective business relationships- and getting things done through others.
• Strong written- verbal- and listening skills
• Organizational Agility – knows how to get things done through formal and informal channels.
• Ability to multitask and juggle projects at varying levels of complexity

About Us
The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.
No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do join our table and let’s make life delicious!
Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy and Collaboration
We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level – from entry-level intern to senior leader – to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners – to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz – which we apply to every situation, every day.
As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You’re expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level – and you’ll be rewarded. You’re given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won’t do it alone. You’re supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.
Vaccination & Office Collaboration Expectations
Our highest priority is always the health, wellbeing, and safety of our Kraft Heinz family. We require our office-based, home-based, R&D, and sales team members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a medical or religious accommodation.
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.