Senior Manager, Packaging Sustainability
Chicago, 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 a part of the Global Sustainability organization and lead packaging sustainability and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) work with a primary focus on the North American zone (U.S. and Canada). You will translate global sustainability priorities into regional plans programs and partnerships that advance Kraft Heinzs packaging commitments regulatory readiness and long-term value creation.
Lead packaging sustainability and EPR work for the North American zone in alignment with Kraft Heinzs global sustainability strategy commitments and governance.
Translate global packaging sustainability priorities into actionable regional plans roadmaps and cross-functional execution and partner with NAZ Packaging Procurement R&D and Sustainability teams to refine goals and convert ambition into practical delivery plans that support packaging commitments and net-zero objectives.
Identify prioritize and advance packaging-related initiatives with key North American suppliers including scope timing deliverables cost implications and expected impact.
Strengthen supplier collaboration models and ways of working to accelerate progress across packaging sustainability and procurement priorities.
Support management and improvement of North America carbon data foundations in partnership with the Global Sustainability team including supplier data collection and reporting tools.
Build and maintain tools processes and tracking mechanisms to provide visibility to milestones decisions risks and accountabilities across the North America sustainability roadmap.
Lead EPR readiness and compliance activities for packaging across relevant North American jurisdictions including policy monitoring applicability assessments registration support reporting requirements fee forecasting and coordination with producer responsibility organizations as applicable.
Partner with Legal Regulatory Government Affairs Finance R&D Operations Procurement and Sustainability teams to translate evolving EPR requirements into packaging strategies supplier expectations commercial decisions and governance processes.
I have a bachelors degree in supply chain finance business sustainability engineering or a related field (equivalent relevant experience will also be considered).
I have over 6 years of experience across procurement sustainability supply chain packaging compliance or project management including meaningful experience leading cross-functional sustainability or packaging initiatives
I have strong knowledge of Extended Producer Responsibility packaging compliance circular packaging principles recyclability requirements and packaging data management. I have working knowledge of sourcing lifecycle processes and the tools required to support execution.
I have a demonstrated ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical procurement supplier packaging design and business actions.
I have strong written verbal analytical interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex sustainability topics clearly to internal stakeholders and external partners.
I have proven project and program management capabilities including multi-workstream coordination business case development and data-driven decision-making. I have experience developing longer-term plans and translating them into execution roadmaps governance and measurable outcomes.
I am an effective influencer with demonstrated success working across functions business units and supplier or partner relationships
I have proven stakeholder management skills including experience building alignment with senior leaders and cross-functional teams
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:
$120800.00 - $151000.00Bonus: 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:
Senior Manager
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