Associate Director, Procurement Sustainability & EPR
Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
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Job Summary
As theAssociate Director forProcurement Sustainability&EPRyou will be a key player in our team responsible for building andmaintainingtrust to protect our brands reputation throughout the North American Zone. You will provide structure support and guidance to the North American Procurement team ensuring a consistent approachto lead and scale our Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) programs and to drive responsible sourcing supplier inclusion and supplier development initiatives across the supply chain.This role combines policy and program management cross-functional stakeholder engagement and supplier capacity building to reduce environmental and social risks ensure regulatory compliance and deliver measurable sustainability outcomes. The ideal candidate brings subject-matterexpertisein EPR and responsible sourcing strong program management skills and a proventrack recordof influencing suppliers and internal partners to adopt sustainable practices.
EssentialFunctionsandResponsibilities
EPR Leadership and Compliance
Design implement and manage company-wide EPR strategies and operational programs to meet evolving regulatory requirements across jurisdictions.
Serve as the business lead for EPR policy monitoring interpretation and internal guidance; ensure timely compliance registrations reporting and fee management.
Liaise with legal regulatory and government affairs teams on policy development and advocacy.
Partner with procurement product operations legal finance and sustainability analytics teams to embed sustainability in commercial decision-making.
Drive internal stakeholder engagement training and communications to ensure program adoption and continuous improvement.
Measurement Reporting & Continuous Improvement
Define KPIs targets and dashboards for EPR responsible sourcing and supplier inclusion initiatives; report progress to senior leadership.
Oversee supplier performance monitoring audits and corrective action tracking.
Identify and scale best practices pilot innovative solutions (e.g. circular design takeback models) and lead lessons-learned reviews.
Team & Budget Management
Lead a small cross-functional team and manage external partners/consultants; develop team capability.
Manage program budgets and vendor relationships to deliver on objectives.
People Management Responsibility:
Team (salaried):3directreports
Expected ExperienceandRequired Skills
Bachelors degree in sustainability environmental policyprocurementsupply chainor a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
8 years of progressive experience inprocurementsustainability EPR responsible sourcing supplier inclusion with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
Demonstrated experience implementing EPR programs or comparable extended producer accountability systems including regulatory compliance and reporting.
Proven track record of working directly with suppliers to implement sustainability improvements and inclusion programs.
Strong knowledge of responsible sourcing frameworks and standards (e.g. RBA ISO 20400 SA8000 OECD Guidelines).
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills across commercial and technical functions.
Provenrecord of accomplishmentdemonstrating the ability to develop design and deploy change and transformation across large organizations.
Ability to influence and coach without direct accountability supporting NA Procurement teams to achieve resultsandpossessingexcellent relationship management and communication skills.
Displays high levels of energy and commitment; is relentless inpursuinggoalsin an environment of complexitydiversityandambiguity.
Advancedanddemonstratedchange management skills with an eagerness to learn and develop further.
Advanced user of MS OfficeSuite (Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook)andhavea technological understanding oftools that support the responsibilities of the role.
Professional fluency in English with strong written verbaland listening skills is a must;multilingualis a plus.
Work EnvironmentandSchedule
This position is considered atypicaloffice environment with moderate travel tosupplierlocations stores manufacturing facilities etc.; offices are open workspaces.We are committed to creating a more agile and modern workplace allowing Chicago/Aon Center-based employees to work virtually for up to two days each week. We also expect them to work in person at their assigned work location at least three days per workweek during the defined core days ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
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:
$164200.00 - $205200.00Bonus: 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)
Chicago/Aon 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.
Required Experience:
Director
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
