Sr. Specialist- Operations Communications

General information

All posting locations Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

Job Function 08 - PR/Communications & Regulatory

Date Published 28-Jun-2023

Ref # R-71730

Description & Requirements

Location Chicago- IL - Corporate Business Hours

What do we bring to the table?

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

Sr Specialist- Internal Communications (Operations)

The Sr Specialist will support the development and execution of the North America (NA) Operations employee communications plan. This involves the planning- content creation and completion of daily- weekly- monthly- and annual communications initiatives for NA Operations- supporting a population of 6-700 salaried and 15-500 hourly employees.

What’s on the Menu?

• Ensure consistent tone and messaging across all North America Zone Operations communications- underscoring key themes and priorities
• Drive KHC Purpose- Vision and Values- strategic goals- and how Operations Employees’ work connects and provide to the Company’s growth!
• Support in leading NA Operations Town Hall events (plan- content- meeting logistics)- crafting written / video content for use in internal and social media channels- management of NA Operations internal channels such as intranet / app- and translation management as needed.
• Write- design- collect content and produce biweekly Operations Newsletter and calendars
• Work with a variety of cross-functional team members to deliver timely- well-crafted- and clear content that encourages- engages- and activates NA Operations team members. This role will distill sophisticated ideas into simple- but intellectually credible- arguments.
• Own NA Operations Intranet site- including sourcing material- creating templates- and promoting resources
• Work with plants and support departments on digital signage design and deployment
• Develop a strategy and support materials for plant visits and “big moment” events

Recipe for Success Apply now if this sounds like you!

• I have strong written and verbal skills- 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.
• I have success in leading multiple projects with outstanding interpersonal and planning skills in a dynamic business environment
• I have experience working in a public relations / marketing communications function experience handling internal and external communications- corporate communications- issues management and engagement- ideally in a fast-paced global commercial organization or in a client-facing role.
• I have the ability to maintain a steadfast work pace and change course quickly

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.