Senior Program Manager

Job Description

Location: Chicago (3 days in office)

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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Senior Program Manager at a glance

You will be an embedded business partner, working side-by-side with marketing and product development teams to accelerate delivery of strategic product MVPs. You’ll facilitate the adoption of Agile mindsets, best practices, and tools to drive incremental value—unlocking consumer learnings, launching new products, and delivering measurable business impact.

What's on the menu?

• Serve as a trusted business partner, deeply embedded in the day-to-day work of innovation teams, understanding their challenges and priorities.

• Lead and manage all Agile/Scrum activities for the PODs.

• Coordinate and facilitate all Agile ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives) tailored to the team’s needs.

• Guide, coach, and develop teams in Agile principles and practices, ensuring routines are fit-for-purpose for each project and team.

• Proactively identify roadblocks, risks, and dependencies, and work collaboratively to remove barriers to progress.

• Partner with Product Owners to align execution with strategic goals and OKRs.

• Provide visibility into team health, delivery progress, and achievement of business outcomes.
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Recipe for success: Apply now if this sounds like you!

• I have 3+ years of relevant experience with Agile and Scrum (ideally in physical product innovation or development)

• I have experience leading cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.

• I have strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.

• I have the ability to influence and partner with technical and commercial stakeholders.

• I am skilled at resolving conflicts, managing change, and guiding teams through ambiguity.

• I have a Scrum Master certification (SAFe or similar).

• I have experience with tools such as Monday.com, Miro and Commercialization PLM’s.

Please note: This job posting is just a preview of the full scope of the position. A comprehensive job description is shared upon interview.

We hope to find you a seat at our table!

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:

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

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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.