Director, Creative Effectiveness

Kraft Heinz Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate leader to champion creative excellence in marketing. This role involves driving innovative strategies, fostering a collaborative culture, and enhancing agency partnerships to elevate brand visibility. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, exceptional communication skills, and a proven track record of inspiring teams. Join this dynamic organization to make a significant impact on their marketing efforts and contribute to a culture of creativity and inclusivity.

Benefits

Healthcare Coverage

401k Plan

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Options

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in client or agency roles.
• Proven track record in driving creative excellence and innovation.
• Strong influence and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive visibility and adoption of the ACE program in North America.
• Foster a culture of creativity and collaboration.
• Partner with agencies to enhance creative processes.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Creative Excellence

Communication Skills

Project Management

Problem-Solving

Collaboration

Job description

Job Description

Champion Creative Excellence

• Drive visibility, adoption, and cultural momentum for Kraft Heinz’s ACE (Accelerating Creative Excellence) program in North America.

• Partner with the Global Capabilities team to shape, influence, and adapt global frameworks to meet North America’s unique needs.

• Embed creative excellence as the expected outcome of our marketing processes—through tools, routines, campaigns, inspiration, and leadership alignment.

• Foster a creative culture rooted in bravery, inclusivity, and consumer connection.

Advance Marketing Capabilities

• Leverage the global marketing competency model to shape impactful programs and tools.

• Drive capability and community through immersive learning moments, inspiration, and standards that reflect our market reality.

• Translate global tools into NA-relevant formats that are accessible, actionable, and embedded in how marketers work.

Elevate Agency Partnerships

• Co-design new engagement models with both internal and external agencies.

• Pilot new ways of working that unlock bolder ideas and greater efficiency.

• Build shared expectations of “what good looks like” and embed agencies fully into our creative process and culture.

• Drive accountability and performance through creative business reviews and ecosystem planning.

Build Creative Community and Reputation

• Celebrate the impact of great creative; raise the profile and visibility of creative work across the organization.

• Partner with Corporate Communications and PR teams to shape our creative reputation and storytelling externally.

• Inspire through thought leadership, learning moments, and partnerships with external creative leaders.

Expected Skills & Qualifications:

• Curious, courageous, collaborative, and strategic leader passionate about the power of brand, communications, and consumer experience to impact strategic business direction.

• Minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience, including roles on client and/or agency sides.

• Proven track record of driving creative excellence, innovation, effectiveness, and impact.

• Ability to lead, inspire, and impact teams without direct authority; strong influence and relationship-building skills to drive agendas in ambiguous situations.

• Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities; capable of creating and executing practical plans to achieve strategic objectives.

• Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives and present ideas effectively.

• Passion for planning, building systems, and executing action plans; strong project management skills; thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Demonstrated fluency in brand foundations, briefs, and critical brand activities (e.g., strategy, consumer insights, design, craft) to influence all brand pillars and tools.

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that support our diverse workforce and their families, aligning with Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range:

Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as per plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will consider internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, knowledge, skills, and experience.

Long-Term Incentive (LTI): In addition to base salary and bonus, this role is eligible for equity-based compensation.

Benefits: Coverage for employees and dependents through healthcare, protection, and savings plans tailored to meet individual needs. Benefits details are governed by plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities to promote physical, social, emotional, and financial wellbeing for employees and families.

Participation in benefits and wellbeing programs may vary by role, country, region, and employment status, including:

• Physical: Medical, Prescription Drugs, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Leave, Flexible Work, Recognition, Training
• Emotional: Employee Assistance, Wellbeing, Family Support
• Financial: 401k, Life, Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment

Location(s): Chicago/Aon Center

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact [e-mail].