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Lead, PlanningOMP Capabilities for Manufacturing and Deployment

Kraft Heinz


Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 141500 - 176900
Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Lead capability-building initiatives across internal and external manufacturing partners factory teams and deployment planning to improve execution compliance and operational performance

Drive deployment and adoption of new tools processes governance routines and operating model changes across manufacturing sites and partner networks

Build and standardize factory capability frameworks playbooks and review cadences that improve consistency and accountability

Partner with cross-functional teams to align priorities manage interdependencies and remove barriers to successful deployment

Identify performance gaps operational losses and capability needs then translate findings into practical improvement plans

Support internal and external manufacturers and factory teams in adopting new standards and sustaining required ways of working

Establish KPIs scorecards and governance routines to monitor readiness execution adherence and business impact

Use data and performance insights to surface risks prioritize interventions and support decision-making

Lead problem solving related to deployment barriers manufacturing readiness and execution issues across sites or partners

Share best practices and scale repeatable solutions that improve capability and performance across the network

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Engineering Operations Business or a related field

Significant experience in manufacturing supply chain plant operations or capability building

Experience working with external manufacturing partners co-manufacturers or multi-site factory environments

Strong project leadership and change management capability

Ability to lead cross-functional work and influence stakeholders without direct authority

Strong analytical problem-solving and performance management skills

Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex operational issues into clear actions

Experience designing governance routines and improvement mechanisms that drive sustained results

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in food and beverage CPG or another high-volume manufacturing environment

Experience deploying digital tools supply chain systems or operational processes at scale preferably in OMP and SAP

Experience leading continuous improvement capability building or transformation programs

Experience using KPIs tied to service waste losses compliance or operational efficiency

Familiarity with factory network performance and external manufacturing execution challenges

Success Measures

Deployment programs are delivered with strong readiness adoption and follow-through

Factory and external manufacturing teams operate with more consistent standards and routines

Capability improvements translate into stronger execution lower losses and better service outcomes

Risks and performance gaps are identified earlier and addressed more effectively

Cross-functional stakeholders have clear visibility to priorities ownership and progress

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 - $176900.00

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)

Chicago/Aon Center Pittsburgh/PPG Toronto

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.


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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

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