Packaging Sustainability & EPR Senior Manager (NA)

The Sustainability Grid; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,800 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health/dental/vision coverage

Performance-based bonus

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Kraft Heinz in Chicago is seeking a Senior Manager, Packaging Sustainability to lead North America's packaging sustainability strategy, aligning with global goals and regulatory expectations. You will translate commitments into actionable roadmaps, drive recyclability and circularity initiatives, and collaborate with procurement, R&D, and suppliers to balance cost and environmental impact.

This is a high-influence role at the intersection of sustainability and supply chain, offering

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in sustainability, procurement, packaging, or supply chain.
• Knowledge of EPR regulations, circular packaging, and recyclability standards.
• Ability to translate policy into supplier and business actions; strong program management and cross-functional leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead North America packaging sustainability strategy aligned with global goals.
• Translate commitments into actionable roadmaps and execution plans; drive recyclability, circularity, and net-zero targets.
• Partner with procurement, R&D, and suppliers to deliver sustainable packaging solutions; balance cost, feasibility and environmental impact.

Skills

Sustainability

Procurement

Packaging

Supply Chain

Stakeholder Management

Job description

Kraft Heinz in Chicago is seeking a Senior Manager, Packaging Sustainability to lead North America's packaging sustainability strategy, aligning with global goals and regulatory expectations. You will translate commitments into actionable roadmaps, drive recyclability and circularity initiatives, and collaborate with procurement, R&D, and suppliers to balance cost and environmental impact.

This is a high-influence role at the intersection of sustainability and supply chain, offering