Job Description

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 30 days after hire for hourly employees, and immediately upon hire for salaried employees.    Get a peek into life here at Kraft Heinz through our Instagram and TikTok channels!

Associate Director, Global Strategy at a Glance….
The Kraft Heinz Strategy team is embarking on our next, exciting chapter, and we seek an Associate Director of Strategy to champion our enterprise growth plans. This role will be responsible for defining near-term strategic priorities and aligning resources and people to deliver these priorities. The primary focus of this role will be to deliver the One & Three-Year Growth Plan and lead the in-year strategy prioritization process to make sure our resources are deployed to deliver growth.

What’s on the menu?

Strategic Planning: Develop and lead the execution of Kraft Heinz's long-term growth plans, aligning resources and people to deliver strategic plans. Strategy to Action: Develop and lead Strategy to action work-flow to translate annual strategic plans into concrete actions and ultimately drive collaboration and accountability Executive Dashboard: Publish monthly document that democratizes leading and lagging KPIs that ladder up to most critical OKRs from annual strategic plan Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with various stakeholders, including Business Presidents, Functional Leaders, and Global Leaders, to integrate inputs and ensure coherence and synergy in the strategic planning process. Market Analysis and Insights: Monitor and analyze market trends, industry developments, and competitive activities to identify opportunities, threats, and emerging risks. Prioritization and Resource Allocation: Lead the in-year prioritization process, conducting quarterly planning exercises to align in-year spend with stated priorities and distorting resources to most critical actions to deliver in-year targets. Stakeholder Management: Prepare and present strategic plans and updates to senior leaders, stakeholders, and the Board of Directors, ensuring effective communication and alignment. Special Projects: Sponsor special projects as required on a variety of potential topics, such as market assessments, new business opportunities, and strategic initiatives.

Recipe for Success – apply now if this sounds like you!

8+ years of experience in strategy development, management consulting, or a related field Proven track record of driving business growth and leading cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data sets and develop actionable insights Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with senior leaders, stakeholders, and team members Strong business acumen and understanding of the food and beverage industry Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Preferred Requirements:

MBA or advanced degree in a related field (e.g., business, economics, finance) Experience working in a matrix organization and leading cross-functional teams Familiarity with strategy development and planning processes Experience with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI) Strong understanding of market trends, industry developments, and competitive activities in the food and beverage industry

Skills and Competencies:

Strategic thinking and problem-solving Collaboration and influencing Communication and presentation Project management and organization Data analysis and interpretation Business acumen and industry knowledge Adaptability and flexibility

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:

$159,400.00 – $199,200.00

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 candidate's 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 saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for 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 a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll 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 – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Chicago/Aon Center

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 NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.