Senior Manager, Business Transformation

WK Kellogg Co; Battle Creek (MI); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive Plan bonus eligibility

Health, dental and vision insurance

Savings and Investment Plan with match

Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee recognition program

Job summary

WK Kellogg Co in Battle Creek, MI is seeking a Senior Manager, Business Transformation to lead large-scale and tactical transformation programs. You will partner with senior leaders to turn strategy into action, shape roadmaps, and deliver measurable value in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

The role is hybrid with onsite work at our Battle Creek headquarters. You will drive governance, executive reporting, and cross-functional collaboration while strengthening transformation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience.
• 7+ years leading complex programs and projects in transformation, operational excellence, or process improvement; such as consulting and project/program management experience across large and small initiatives.
• Proven success leading cross-functional, multi-workstream initiatives from concept to measurable results.
• Expertise in Agile, Waterfall, governance, risk management, and executive reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Outstanding communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills with a proven ability to build credibility at all levels of an organization.
• Experience driving outcomes in fast-paced, dynamic environments where priorities and business needs evolve rapidly.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-workstream transformation programs from strategy to execution and measurable value.
• Advise senior leaders and translate business priorities into roadmaps, business cases, and delivery plans.
• Prioritize the enterprise portfolio based on value, strategic fit, capacity, and dependencies.
• Establish governance and brief executives on program health, risks, issues, opportunities, and performance.
• Facilitate cross-functional workshops and forums to align teams and accelerate delivery.
• Define success metrics and track results and realized benefits.
• Align internal teams, consultants, vendors, and technology partners to deliver business objectives.
• Manage program budgets, finances, and administration with clear accountability and governance.
• Help strengthen transformation methods and ways of working.

Skills

Strategic transformation leadership

Agile methodologies

Waterfall governance

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Executive reporting

Change management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Outcome delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree (MBA or related)

Tools

S/4HANA transformation experience

Lean Six Sigma

Project/Program management certifications (PMP, PgMP, Scrum Master)

Job description

At WK Kellogg Co, we exist to create joy and connection to inspire Gr-r-reat days. We believe that doing good is always good for business and we have stood for this since Kellogg Company was founded more than 120 years ago. We are passionate about doing our part to make nutritious foods, create social connectivity and respect natural resources. Together, these actions create positive progress for people and the planet – today and for years to come. We have big plans for how we are going to accomplish this, and we would love for you to join us in this effort.

Job Overview

At WK Kellogg Co, transformation is not a support function. It is a strategic capability that enables our business to evolve, innovate, and deliver sustainable results. We are seeking an accomplished and influential transformation professional who thrives in complex environments, excels at turning strategy into action, and is energized by driving meaningful enterprise-wide change.

As our Senior Manager, Business Transformation, you will report to the Director of Business Transformation and partner with senior leaders to turn strategy into action, leading both large-scale transformation programs and smaller tactical projects. In this highly visible role, you will shape transformation roadmaps, deliver measurable value, and strengthen WK Kellogg Co's transformation capabilities to support its next phase of growth. You'll join a purpose-driven organization where your expertise, ideas, and leadership will directly contribute to shaping the future of a beloved and iconic company.

This is a hybrid position requiring work onsite at our Battle Creek, MI headquarters in alignment with our company guidelines.

Here Is What You Will Be Doing

• Lead multi-workstream transformation programs from strategy to execution and measurable value.
• Advise senior leaders and translate business priorities into roadmaps, business cases, and delivery plans.
• Prioritize the enterprise portfolio based on value, strategic fit, capacity, and dependencies.
• Establish governance and brief executives on program health, risks, issues, opportunities, and performance.
• Facilitate cross-functional workshops and forums to align teams and accelerate delivery.
• Define success metrics and track results and realized benefits.
• Align internal teams, consultants, vendors, and technology partners to deliver business objectives.
• Manage program budgets, finances, and administration with clear accountability and governance.
• Help strengthen WK Kellogg Co's transformation methods and ways of working.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 7+ years leading complex programs and projects in transformation, operational excellence, or process improvement; such as consulting and project/program management experience across large and small initiatives.
• Proven success leading cross-functional, multi-workstream initiatives from concept to measurable results.
• Expertise in Agile, Waterfall, governance, risk management, and executive reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Outstanding communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills with a proven ability to build credibility at all levels of an organization.
• Experience driving outcomes in fast-paced, dynamic environments where priorities and business needs evolve rapidly.

Preferred

• Master's degree such as an MBA or another advanced degree in Engineering, Operations, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Project or program management certification, such as PMP, PgMP, Scrum Master, or equivalent.
• Certification and experience in Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Lean Six Sigma.
• Experience in digital transformation, automation, and technology-enabled process redesign.
• Experience overseeing external vendors, consulting partners, and program budgets.
• Consulting and project management experience supporting integration or separation teams.
• Experience contributing to an S/4HANA transformation.

Salary Range

$124,320 - $155,400

At WK Kellogg Co, our success depends on our most vital asset — our people. That’s why we’re committed to providing you with benefits and programs that support your Total Health and your journey to be and feel your best — physically, financially, emotionally, and socially.

Although subject to change, the below are the benefits currently offered in association with this position:

• Incentive Plan bonus eligibility
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Savings and Investment Plan with Company match and contribution
• Paid Time Off (includes paid sick time)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance, AD and D Insurance and STD/LTD
• Tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance for eligible employees
• Employee recognition program

The above offerings are subject to the terms of WKKC policies, which will control in the event of a conflict with the above descriptions

Our comprehensive and competitive benefits not only deliver value to you and your family, but also offer choice to meet your unique needs and knowledge to empower confident decision-making.

About Wk Kellogg Co

At WK Kellogg Co, we bring our best to everyone, every day through our trusted foods and brands. Our journey began in 1894, when our founder W.K. Kellogg reimagined the future of food with the creation of Corn Flakes, changing breakfast forever. Since then, we have embraced the same spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship in everything we do, channeling our founder’s passion and commitment to creating high quality and delicious products while fostering communities. Our iconic brand portfolio includes Frosted Flakes, Rice Krispies, Froot Loops, Kashi, Special K, Raisin Bran, Frosted Mini Wheats, and Bear Naked. With a presence in the majority of households across North America, our brands play a key role in enhancing the lives of millions of consumers every day, promoting a strong sense of physical, emotional and societal wellbeing. Our beloved brand characters, including Tony the Tiger and Toucan Sam, represent our deep connections with the consumers and communities we serve. For more information, visit www.wkkellogg.com.

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THE FINER PRINT

The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.

WK Kellogg Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For US Applicants

Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information, please follow this link.

Let’s create gr-r-reat days,

WK Kellogg Co Recruitment