Manager, Supply Chain Development - Philly

Kraft Heinz; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 104,200 - 130,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

Kraft Heinz in Chicago is seeking a Manager, Supply Chain Development to lead CANAC initiatives and collaborate with marketing, manufacturing, engineering, procurement, and R&D to deliver priority projects. You will drive process improvements, advocate for IoT and Connected Factory implementations, and report performance with mitigations.

Requirements include a university degree in business, engineering, or food science, 6+ years in manufacturing or supply chain, strong project management, Lean

Qualifications

• University degree in Business, Engineering or Food Science.
• 6+ years in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, R&D; Food or Consumer Packaged Goods experience would be considered an asset
• Proven Project management experience, minimum 3 years
• Experience and knowledge of Lean Six Sigma tools and Continuous Improvement methodology
• Strong people management skills, managerial experience as well leading without direct influence
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, working cross functionally across the business
• Superior analytical, problem solving, and conceptual skills

Responsibilities

• Lead CANAC initiatives and collaborate with marketing, manufacturing, engineering, procurement, and R&D teams to deliver critical Supply Chain priorities.
• Advise teams in the design and implementation of new technology within the factory setting, such as Connected Factory and Internet-of-Things, to meet production goals.
• Report on project performance, flag risks to stakeholders, and create and execute mitigation strategies when necessary.
• Coordinate capital requests as project owners to identify, budget scrub, and implement capital engineering projects at internal and external facilities; secure funding and own projects from a cashflow perspective.
• Work with procurement to analyze opportunities in make vs buy and define sustainable, cost-effective Supply Chain solutions.
• Ensure superior interdepartmental communication to meet milestones and keep leadership informed.

Skills

Project management

Lean Six Sigma

Communication and interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership without direct influence

Willingness to travel

Education

University degree in Business, Engineering or Food Science

Job description

Lead and support process improvement and business analysis practices throughout the organization. Advise teams in the design and implementation of new technology within the factory setting, such as Connected Factory and Internet-of-Things, to meet production goals. Foster an environment of continuous improvement.

Job Description

Reporting to the Associate Director, Supply Chain Development, the Manager, Supply Chain Development will be responsible for CANAC initiatives as assigned, and will work closely with marketing, manufacturing, engineering, procurement, and R&D teams to deliver critical Supply Chain priorities.

• Innovation/ Renovation – Lead commercialization from a Supply Chain perspective to deliver projects on time. Act as liaison and advocate for internal and external manufacturing facilities and operations KPIs. Identify and troubleshoot manufacturing sourcing strategy, partnering closely with procurement. Work closely with R&D, FSQA, Regulatory, Marketing, and the PMO teams. The Manager will be required to report on project performance, flag risks to stakeholders, and create and execute mitigation strategies when necessary. The Manager will be responsible for informing Supply Chain inputs to project P&Ls. Knowledge of import/ export across the Canada/ US border is an asset.
• Supply Chain Transformation & Network Optimization – Work closely with internal and external manufacturing facilities to optimize total NA network solutions for top brands. Identify and act as project owner for transformation and operational improvement initiatives.
• Productivity & Value Engineering – Identify, track, and champion efforts to improve our products, services, or processes that will streamline work and reduce waste in our manufacturing facilities. Develop pipeline, manage internal tracking tool, challenge factory and stakeholders on project risk, report regularly to leadership.
• Capital – Coordinate capital requests as project owners to identify, budget scrub, and implement capital engineering projects at internal and external facilities. Secure funding from internal stakeholders, participate in budgeting, ensure on time implementation and own projects from a cashflow perspective. Working closely with plant and corporate Engineering, CANAC business leads, Finance, technical stakeholders, and external vendors.
• Sourcing Strategy – Work with procurement to analyze opportunities in make vs buy. Ensure appropriate manufacturing strategy and sourcing solutions (internal and external) are in place to deliver growth and innovation agenda within Canada Zone. Initial and ongoing ownership of sustainable and cost-effective Supply Chain solutions, working with in-network plants as well as future manufacturers.
• Interdepartmental Communication – Act as the champion and conduit between Operations planning and the business team, ensuring all operational milestones are achieved. Maintains a superior level of communication between project team members, external manufacturers, internal leadership stakeholders, and vendors.

Qualifications

• University degree in Business, Engineering or Food Science
• 6+ years of experience in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Research and Development; Food or Consumer Packaged Goods industry experience would be considered an asset
• Proven Project management experience, minimum 3 years
• Experience and knowledge of Lean Six Sigma tools and Continuous Improvement methodology
• Strong people management skills, managerial experience as well leading without direct influence
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, working cross functionally across the business
• Superior analytical, problem solving, and conceptual skills
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills and exposure to senior management
• Willingness to travel based on business requirements, up to 20-25% to visit partner and internal manufacturing facilities

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.

• 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.