Global Brand Communications Lead

Kraft Heinz; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 142,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k plan

Paid time off

Flexible work

Wellbeing programs

Employee assistance

Job summary

Kraft Heinz in Chicago is seeking a Senior Brand Manager, Communications to shape brand communications strategy, drive creative excellence, and ensure consistent execution across markets.

You will partner with regional teams, influence storytelling, and lead through influence in a highly matrixed, global environment. This role requires travel and strong collaboration across time zones.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Brand Manager or equivalent in brand communications and creative execution.
• Strong strategic thinker with the ability to simplify complexity and set clear direction.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead through collaboration across teams.
• Experience in global or multi-market environments with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent storytelling and communication skills, including senior leadership presentations.
• Able to manage multiple initiatives across time zones and travel periodically.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of brand communications strategies to elevate creative quality.
• Partner with regional and functional teams to drive alignment on frameworks, playbooks, and best practices.
• Influence and guide creative processes across markets for consistency and impact.
• Design and deliver internal communication plans to drive adoption of standards and tools.
• Collaborate with agencies and partners to ensure communications meet strategic intent.
• Work with learning and creative teams to scale marketing execution.
• Track engagement, adoption, and effectiveness using data-driven metrics.
• Act as a thought leader on communications excellence and share best practices.

Skills

Brand communications

Strategic thinking

Influence stakeholders

Global / multi-market

Storytelling skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Kraft Heinz in Chicago is seeking a Senior Brand Manager, Communications to shape brand communications strategy, drive creative excellence, and ensure consistent execution across markets.

You will partner with regional teams, influence storytelling, and lead through influence in a highly matrixed, global environment. This role requires travel and strong collaboration across time zones.