Sr. Manager, Planning - Materials

Job Description

Location:  Chicago, IL

The Sr. Manager, Planning - Materials is responsible for ensuring the continuity of supply of raw and packaging materials to production facilities for their respective Business Unit (Elevation, Canada, Meats/Cheese/Coffee/Snacking, and Hydration/Desserts/Meals). 

Responsibilities:

• Quarterback for materials issues within the company. Engaging cross-functional war rooms, driving mid/long-term projects for packaging or ingredient transitions, pull in R&D for continuous usage/substitution projects.
• Track progress of milestones/deliverables related to materials gaps and provide the right level of organization + structure + process to the daily/weekly activities for specific platforms
• Support overall forecasting process and create flags/controls to ensure proper numbers are making their way to vendors. Cycle over cycle changes, PY comparisons, FG inventory coverage, etc.
• Participate and lead in escalation meetings (internally & externally) and bring insights to S&OP + commercial group. Factor in risks to Long Range Production plans so business/finance can truly understand revenue risk due to supplier shortages
• Organize and lead the strategy and plan for Materials Digital and System Solutions partnering with the digital team and other parties to deliver process improvement and value.
• Develops and manages replenishment strategies for assigned materials. 
• Optimizes the balance between supply availability, inventory investment and risk of obsolescence.
• Works cross functionally with Marketing, Procurement, R&D, Suppliers, Quality, Plants, Product Change Managers, and Finance on commercialization and productivity change management initiatives to ensure on-time materials availability and cost minimizing transitions. 
• Leads and collaborates with plants on inventory reduction inventory reduction initiatives by leveraging SAP and supplier capabilities to align with BU manufacturing strategy.           
• Indirectly manage team members from the Mexico Global Capabilities Center (GCC)
• Lead or co-lead continuous improvement projects regarding RFPs, Contract Management, Forecasting, Waste, Working Capital, and others

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of Supply Chain experience (logistics demand planning/forecasting, supply planning, or supply chain-relate areas)
• At least 5 years of experience with Excel, analytics skills, and presentation skills
• SAP experience
• Power BI dashboard building expertise along with AI experience
• Must be very adept with computer software applications, such as Excel, Access, Power Point, Word, Project
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• Cross functional Supply Chain knowledge and connectivity
• Flexibility, Adaptability, Personal Drive and Leadership
• Proficient in data analysis, problem solving

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

Location(s)

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.