Senior Brand Manager - Communications (Multiple Positions)

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

As a Senior Brand Manager, Communications, you will be responsible for shaping and leading brand communications strategy that drives creative excellence and consistent execution across markets. You will champion how great marketing gets done—translating strategy into impactful communication, strengthening creative effectiveness, and embedding best‑in‑class practices across teams.

In this role, you will partner with cross‑functional and regional stakeholders to influence brand storytelling, communication standards, and creative execution. This position is best suited for a seasoned marketer who is as passionate about creative craft and effectiveness as they are about business results, and who can lead through influence in a highly matrixed, global environment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead development and execution of brand communications strategies that elevate creative quality and effectiveness
• Partner with regional and functional teams to drive alignment on communications frameworks, playbooks, and best practices
• Influence and guide creative processes across markets to ensure consistency, clarity, and impact
• Design and deliver internal communication plans that drive adoption of communication standards and marketing tools
• Collaborate with agency and creative partners to ensure communications deliver against strategic intent
• Partner with learning, capability, and creative teams to build scalable approaches that strengthen marketing execution
• Track engagement, adoption, and effectiveness of communications initiatives using data‑driven metrics
• Act as a thought leader on communications excellence, sharing insights, tools, and best practices across the organization

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Senior Brand Manager or equivalent, with deep expertise in brand communications and creative execution
• Strong strategic thinker with the ability to simplify complexity and communicate clear direction
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead through collaboration rather than authority
• Experience working in global or multi‑market environments with comfort navigating diverse stakeholder needs
• Strong communication and storytelling skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership
• Ability to manage multiple high‑profile initiatives in ambiguous or “blank‑slate” environments
• Strong business acumen and understanding of how communications drive brand equity and business performance
• Willingness to collaborate across time zones and travel periodically to support global partnerships

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

$141,500.00 - $176,900.00

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 wellbeing 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)

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.