Manager HR - North America Engagement

heinz; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraft Heinz seeks a Manager of Employee Engagement in Chicago to drive strategic engagement initiatives across salaried and hourly populations. The role focuses on turning listening data into actionable insights and partnering with HR, Commercial, and Operations to align programs with business goals.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in employee listening or HR analytics, strong data storytelling skills, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of employee listening, HR business partner, or analytics experience.
• Demonstrated data analysis skills and ability to translate findings into compelling narratives for stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities with the ability to prioritize competing demands.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic engagement plans to support Kraft Heinz's goals.
• Design, implement, and evaluate engagement initiatives for salaried and hourly populations; use insights to identify opportunities and track effectiveness.
• Plan and implement surveys for North America Zone employee population and drive participation.
• Collaborate with HR, Commercial, and Operations to align engagement initiatives with business objectives.
• Analyze data and metrics to identify trends and synthesize actionable recommendations.
• Provide strategic guidance to HRBPs on engagement-related matters.
• Manage budget and resources for engagement initiatives.
• Incorporate external insights to strengthen engagement strategy.

Skills

Employee listening

HR analytics

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Discretion with confidential info

Job description

Manager, Employee Engagement at a glance...

You will be responsible for developing and executing strategic plans to drive employee engagement and support the Company's goal of being a best-in-class employer. This role is analytical and strategic: you will work with large datasets, turn employee listening inputs into clear insights, and partner closely with cross-functional stakeholders to guide decisions and execute initiatives.

What's on the menu?

• Support development and execution of comprehensive engagement strategies to support the Company's goals
• Design, implement, and evaluate engagement initiatives for both salaried and hourly populations, using insights to identify opportunities and track effectiveness
• Plan and implement annual and mid-year surveys for North America Zone employee population including driving participation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including HR, Commercial, and Operations teams and leaders, to align engagement initiatives with business objectives at the local and global level
• Analyze data and metrics (including survey results) to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges and synthesize findings into clear, actionable recommendations
• Provide strategic guidance and support to HRBPs on engagement-related matters
• Manage budget and resources to ensure effective execution of engagement initiatives
• Bring external insights to inform and strengthen our engagement strategy

• I have a passion for food and making life more delicious for Kraft Heinz employees!
• I have 3-5 years of previous employee listening, HR business partner, or analytics experience.
• I have demonstrated data analysis skills and am comfortable translating findings into clear, compelling narratives for stakeholders
• I have excellent communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• I have demonstrated organizational and time management skills with a proven ability to prioritize competing demands and execute projects
• I have a demonstrated ability to work as a team and to inspire excellence
• I have professionalism and discretion with confidential information as is paramount

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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 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) 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.