Associate Brand Manager - Innovation (Multiple Positions)

Kraft Heinz; Illinois; On-site; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Healthcare benefits

401k

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Kraft Heinz is hiring Associate Brand Managers to drive the development of new and delicious products from concept to launch in Chicago. You will lead cross-functional teams and manage end-to-end commercialization with a bias for action and ownership.

The role requires strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills, exceptional communication, and a passionate interest in food and flavor innovation. This position offers a performance-based bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in brand management, product innovation, or CPG preferred.
• Strong project management skills with ability to handle multiple projects and meet timelines.
• Outstanding verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills.
• Creative thinker with strong analytical skills.
• Operates with a sense of urgency and ownership.
• Strong leadership and results orientation.
• Growth mindset and consumer obsession.

Responsibilities

• Lead the ideation, development and execution of new products (Innovation and/or Renovation projects).
• Analyze market trends, data, and competitive intelligence to identify opportunities.
• Manage the product commercialization process and lead cross-functional teams including R&D, Marketing, Culinary, Consumer Insights, Supply chain, Sales & Finance.
• Partner with Marketing & Sales to develop compelling product launch plans, positioning, packaging, and promotional strategies.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Creative & analytical thinking

Urgency & ownership

Leadership

Growth mindset

Job description

We are hiring Associate Brand Managers into multiple Innovation Marketing teams. You will play a crucial role in driving the development of new & delicious products from concept to launch. This position requires a creative and analytical thinker with a passion for food innovation and the ability to work collaboratively across various departments.

You'll lead a cross-functional team of colleagues from product & packaging R&D, culinary, consumer insights, sales, finance, and supply chain, and manage the end-to-end commercialization process to bring new & exciting innovation products to market. This position is best suited for someone who is has a strong bias for action, ownership mentality, ability to deal with ambiguity, and strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills. This person must be comfortable working both horizontally and vertically across an organization to keep multiple projects and priorities moving forward to achieve deadlines.

Key Components of the role:

• Lead the ideation, development and execution of new products (Innovation and/or Renovation projects)
• Analyze market trends, data, and competitive intelligence to identify trends and opportunities
• Manage the product commercialization process and lead cross-functional teams (including R&D, Marketing, Culinary, Consumer Insights, Supply chain, Sales & Finance) ensuring timely, on budget and successful project completion
• Partner with the Marketing & Sales team to develop compelling product launch plans, product positioning, packaging, and promotional strategies and customer & sales presentations

Minimum Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience (prior experience in brand management, product innovation, or CPG preferred)
• Strong project management skills with ability to successfully handle multiple projects simultaneously and deliver on timelines
• Outstanding verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills
• Creative thinker with strong analytical skills
• Operates with a sense of urgency
• Strong leadership and results driven
• Passion for food and flavor innovation
• Growth mindset and consumer obsessed

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: $104,200.00 - $130,200.00

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 savingfor the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's 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. 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 [e-mail] for assistance.