Sr. Manager, Commercial Strategy Meat, Cheese, Coffee & Snacking

Job Description

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. Were 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 were united under one vision:To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39000 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 were 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 theres only one thing to do: join our table and lets make life delicious!

Our Culture of Ownership Meritocracy & Collaboration

Were 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 youre supported to grow and achieve. Youre expected to bring your authentic self to work every day to lead with humility and drive outstanding performance at every level and youll be rewarded. Youre given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you wont do it alone. Youre supported by passionate teammates along the way and our collective collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.

Job Description

The Sr. Manager Commercial Strategy is responsible for driving strategic planning portfolio management and annual planning processes in alignment with BU priorities. The primary focus of this role will be to partner with the VP of Business Unit Sales & Strategy (BUSS) and the BU platform leads on the go-to-market development and execution of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) but will also focus on key BU strategic Initiatives and retail market & competitive insights.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Implement and oversee the annual business planning process ensuring consistency rigor and cross-functional collaboration across all platforms and categories within the BU.

• Identify prioritize and drive critical business unit initiatives that drive profitable topline growth and market share that align to both the business unit and North American Zones 3-year strategic plan.

• Translate external trends macro forces and competitive dynamics into actionable strategies to future-proof the business.

Expected Experience & Required Skills

• 7 years of experience in corporate strategy strategic planning management consulting or a related field within the CPG industry.

• Bachelors degree in business management economics finance or a related field. MBA or other advanced degree preferred.

• Proven track record in leading enterprise-level strategic planning and portfolio management.

• Strong business acumen with experience in consumer goods or related industries preferred.

• Experience driving commercial strategy in conjunction with cross-functional partners with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced matrixed environment.

• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.

• Exceptional analytical problem-solving and financial modeling skills.

• Strong communication skills as this role will be very cross-functional in nature & require someone able to work on multiple priorities at once.

• Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving complex multi-stakeholder initiatives.

• Strong collaborator and relationship builder across functions and geographies.

• Skilled at balancing long-term strategic goals with near-term operational priorities.

• Strong experience leading and influencing up down & across the organization

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:

Bonus: 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)

Kraft 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.