Principal Scientist, R&D - Knowledge & Information Excellence

Kraft Heinz; Glenview (IL); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k

Flexible Work Arrangements

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Kraft Heinz in Glenview, IL seeks a Principal Scientist for R&D Knowledge and Information Excellence to lead knowledge management, information lifecycle, and data analytics across R&D.

You will define scalable data and AI-enabled solutions, partner with global stakeholders to address product development, packaging, sustainability, and regulatory priorities, and drive governance and adoption across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 6+ years in data analytics, knowledge management, or digital transformation.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and translating requirements into scalable solutions.
• Strong communication, analytical thinking, and visualization skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft data tools and programming (SQL, Python).
• Familiarity with SAP and lifecycle data processes.
• Experience in AI/ML and digital transformation in R&D.

Responsibilities

• Lead capability development for knowledge management and digital solutions.
• Partner with stakeholders to identify needs and develop solutions for product development and compliance.
• Translate data into visualizations, reports, and actionable insights for business goals.
• Design scalable data engineering and automation to simplify data access and reporting.
• Assess and prioritize AI/ML opportunities for knowledge use cases in R&D.
• Establish governance for R&D knowledge and enable reuse across teams.
• Drive adoption through training and communities of practice.
• Monitor solution adoption and impact with performance metrics.

Skills

Data analytics

Knowledge management

Data engineering

AI/ML awareness

Power Platform

SQL

Python

Stakeholder influence

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Power BI

Power Apps

Power Automate

SharePoint

Excel

Power Pivot

SAP

Electronic lab notebooks

Snowflake

ServiceNow

Job description

Job Description

As the Principal Scientist for R&D Knowledge and Information Excellence, you will serve as the subject-matter expert and capability leader for R&D knowledge management, information lifecycle, and data analytics. You will define and advance modern, scalable approaches that connect product information, institutional knowledge, analytics, and emerging technologies to improve decision-making, productivity, and business performance across R&D. Through technical leadership, scientist oversight, and cross-functional influence, you will translate complex business needs into sustainable knowledge, data, and information solutions while strengthening R&D capabilities and accelerating adoption.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Lead R&D capability development for knowledge and information management practices and digital solutions that enable establishing standards and scalable approaches that improve R&D operations.
• Partner with global and cross-functional stakeholders to identify complex business needs and lead the development of targeted solutions supporting product and packaging development, cost optimization, sustainability, regulatory compliance, and other strategic priorities.
• Integrate and interpret complex data from multiple systems, translating findings into visualizations, reports, insights, and recommendations that enable action-oriented recommendations and measurable business outcomes.
• Design and implement scalable data engineering, programming, and automation solutions that simplify data acquisition, analysis, reporting, and access for users.
• Identify, assess, and prioritize digital, AI, and machine-learning for knowledge and information use cases, partnering with appropriate stakeholders to translate high-value opportunities into practical R&D solutions.
• Establish and sustain governance for R&D institutional knowledge, ensuring that critical scientific and technical information is preserved, searchable, accessible, and effectively reused.
• Lead capability building and adoption for knowledge-management, analytics, and digital tools through training, consultation, communities of practice, and ongoing stakeholder engagement.
• Monitor solution adoption and business impact, using performance measures and stakeholder feedback to continuously improve R&D knowledge and information capabilities.

Expected Experience & Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in information management, computer science, data science, engineering, business, or a related field, with 6 or more years of relevant experience in data analytics, knowledge management, digital transformation, R&D systems, or a related technical field. A master's degree or advanced technical qualification is preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in data analytics, knowledge management, data engineering, or digital transformation within R&D or another technical environment.
• Strong communication, analytical thinking, process design, visualization, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and collaborate with others, driving results through influence and subject matter expertise.
• Proven ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable data, analytics, automation, or digital solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex priorities and communicate recommendations to technical and business stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in one or more Microsoft data and Power Platform tools, with working knowledge of Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint, Excel, and Power Pivot.
• Working proficiency in programming and data technologies such as SQL and Python.
• Familiarity with SAP, product lifecycle management systems, and global specification and data processes.
• Strong understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine-learning concepts, with demonstrated interest in applying emerging technologies to business and R&D challenges.
• Experience with Agile methodologies, Snowflake, ServiceNow, electronic laboratory notebooks, and regulatory landscape product-development environments is preferred.

Work Environment & Schedule

This position operates primarily in a hybrid work environment and is based at the Kraft Heinz R&D Innovation Center in Glenview, IL. Our hybrid model provides flexibility based on business needs, allowing employees to work virtually up to two days per week, with an expectation to work on-site at least three days per week at the Glenview Innovation Center.

*This job description is not designed to cover or contain all duties or responsibilities that are required of the role. Duties or responsibilities may change or be added with or without notice.

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.

Benefits

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)

Glenview R&D 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.