Lead, R&D – Away From Home Product Development
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Job Location:
Glenview, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 141500 - 176900
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
Lead R&D Away From Home Product Development at a glance..
This is a Research and Development Lead role responsible for delivering product commercialization excellence and future ways of working for the AFH Business Unit across Innovation Productivity and Maintenance. This role operates with an Agile mindset to drive continuous improvement strategies and create the leading Food Service organization in the country. The position will offer a seat within the AFH leadership team driving business advancement with the Leads and Directors from Marketing Operations Culinary Procurement Quality and R&D. As the R&D AFH Lead the role will interface with new FS customers directly to win new business and sell in KHC brand equity and speed to market.
Whats on the menu
Directly lead a team of 7 product developers
Deliver the strategic plans for the AFH business across Growth Productivity and Maintenance
Identify and implement continuous improvement and Agile ways of working to create the industry leading Food Service business team
Resolve all supply risk and customer service issues to ensure business continuity and customer satisfaction
Lead technical project presentations in Stage Gate and PMR meetings
Work directly with the business units cross-functional teams plants and suppliers as the R&D product category lead to manage projects and direct developers
Lead the product resources and budget for the category
Recipe for Success - apply now if this sounds like you!
Bachelors Degree (Masters is a plus) - Food Science Chemistry Chemical Engineering
10 years of experience in the food industry preferred
Demonstrated people leadership and strong ability to build effective teams
Growth mindset
Challenge self and others to see and apply new insights
Strong experience in commercialization
Understanding of ingredient interactions/functionality
Self-motivated problem solver and the drive to deliver objectives in a complex fast-paced environment
Excellent influencing skills
Willingness to travel 20% pending business needs. Travel could include (but not limited to): within United States and Canada to internal plants co-manufacturers and suppliers.
Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz strategy and values.
New Hire Base Salary Range:
$141500.00 - $176900.00Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidates geographic region job-related knowledge skills and experience among other factors
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare protection and savingfor the future we offer plans tailored to meet you and your familys needs. Coveragefor benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events resources and learning opportunities that inspire aphysical social emotional and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
Youll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role country region union status and other employment status factors for example:
Physical - Medical Prescription Drug Dental Vision Screenings/Assessments
Social - Paid Time Off Company Holidays Leave of Absence Flexible Work Arrangements Recognition Training
Emotional Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing Programs Family Support Programs
Financial 401kLife Accidental Death & Dismemberment Disability
Location(s)
Glenview R&D CenterKraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact for assistance.
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Vendor Management
- Design Controls
- C/C++
- FDA Regulations
- Intellectual Property Law
- ISO 13485
- Research Experience
- SolidWorks
- Research & Development
- Internet Of Things
- Product Development
About Company
For 150 years, we have produced some of the world's most beloved products at The Kraft Heinz Company (NASDAQ: KHC). Our Vision is To Be the Best Food Company, Growing a Better World. We are one of the largest global food and beverage companies, with 2018 net sales of approximately $26 ... View more
