Group Lead, IT Supply Chain Planning Capabilities
Glenview, IL - USA
Job Summary
Here at Kraft Heinz we grow our people to grow our business because we believe that great people make great companies. When you join our table you can expect access to an array of holistic wellness benefits* and perks including medical dental and vision coverage 7% 401(k) matching Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to help foster diversity inclusion and belonging for all employees an industry-leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus.
*Benefits begin immediately upon hire for salaried employees.
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You will be responsible for defining and executing the technology strategy roadmap and product portfolio that enable end-to-end Integrated Business Planning capabilities across the enterprise. This role will serve as the primary technology partner for IBP business leaders ensuring seamless integration of demand supply inventory financial and strategic planning processes through scalable digital solutions advanced analytics and enterprise planning platforms. You will own the technology ecosystem supporting Integrated Business Planning driving business transformation through process harmonization data integration planning automation and decision intelligence.
Strategy & Capability Leadership
Define and lead the global technology strategy vision and multi-year roadmap for Integrated Business Planning capabilities.
Partner with Global IBP Capability Owners and senior business stakeholders to align business objectives planning maturity goals and technology investments.
Develop technology strategies that enable integrated decision-making across demand supply inventory manufacturing procurement financial planning and executive business reviews.
Product & Platform Ownership
Maintain end-to-end ownership and accountability for IBP products platforms and enterprise planning solutions.
Establish product vision governance investment priorities and delivery roadmaps across the IBP technology portfolio.
Ensure planning platforms are scalable reliable secure and capable of supporting evolving business requirements.
Lead platform lifecycle management including enhancements upgrades vendor management and continuous optimization.
Drive adoption and value realization from enterprise planning solutions such as SAP IBP o9 Kinaxis Anaplan or equivalent platforms.
Business Partnership & Solution Delivery
Serve as the primary technology partner to IBP leadership Supply Chain Finance Commercial and Operations stakeholders.
Facilitate alignment between business priorities and technology capabilities to enable integrated planning processes and decision-making.
Lead the evaluation and disposition of capability gaps determining optimal solutions through build buy scale or transformation approaches.
Translate business requirements into integrated technology solutions that deliver measurable operational and financial value.
Enterprise Planning Architecture & Data Excellence
Lead architecture solution design integration prototyping and testing strategies for IBP technologies.
Ensure seamless connectivity across Demand Planning Supply Planning Inventory Planning Manufacturing Procurement Finance ERP and Data & Analytics platforms.
Establish scalable technology and integration frameworks that enable cross-functional planning visibility and scenario analysis.
Performance Analytics & Continuous Improvement
Establish and monitor performance metrics for IBP products platforms and business outcomes.
Drive continuous improvement through stakeholder feedback business performance measures and platform analytics.
Leverage advanced analytics and planning insights to improve forecast accuracy and planning alignment inventory optimization supply and capacity utilization and more.
People Leadership
Lead mentor and develop a high-performing team of Tech Delivery
Leads Business Analysts and/or Platform (tech) Specialists
Foster a culture of collaboration innovation accountability and continuous learning
I have a bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science Engineering Supply Chain Management Business Administration Finance Analytics or a related field.
I have 8 years of progressive experience in Information Technology Digital Supply Chain Enterprise Planning or Business Transformation.
I have 5 years of leadership experience managing technology teams products platforms or enterprise capabilities.
I have demonstrated experience supporting Integrated Business Planning S&OP Supply Chain Planning Financial Planning or Enterprise Planning functions.
I have a proven track record leading enterprise technology transformations and large-scale planning platform implementations.
I have experience influencing senior executives and leading cross-functional business initiatives.
I have a deep understanding of Integrated Business Planning processes including:
- Demand Planning
- Supply Planning
- Inventory Planning
- Promotion / Trade Planning
- Financial Planning Integration
- Executive Business Review processes
I have experience with enterprise planning platforms such as SAP IBP o9 Kinaxis Blue Yonder Anaplan Oracle or equivalent solutions.
I have strong knowledge of enterprise architecture systems integration cloud platforms APIs and data management.
I have a strategic mindset with the ability to align technology capabilities to enterprise business objectives.
I have strong change leadership and organizational transformation experience.
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)
Chicago/Aon Center 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.
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