Sr. Analyst, S&OE - Materials Management

Kraft Heinz; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraft Heinz is seeking a Sr. Analyst, S&OE Materials in Chicago to plan and manage supply chain resources and demand processes.

You will partner cross-functionally to mitigate material availability risks and translate data-driven insights into actions that sustain service and production continuity. Responsibilities include leading weekly Materials Review across 7–8 plants, using SAP, Power BI, and OMP to monitor shortages and drive governance with Supply Chain leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field (Supply Chain, Operations, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, etc.)
• 2 years of relevant experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal and time management skills
• Data analysis expertise
• Presentation and oral/written communication skills required
• Ability to meet extremely tight deadlines with logical problem-solving
• Green Belt preferred
• APICS, ISM, or other industry certifications in operations and logistics preferred

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day S&OE Materials execution for assigned plants, escalating risks to protect service and production continuity.
• Partner with plants, S&OP Materials, Procurement, Transportation, Suppliers, and Supply Chain Leadership to close material gaps and drive action ownership.
• Lead weekly Materials Review routines across 7–8 plants, including prework, agendas, action tracking, and follow-ups focused on risk mitigation and service recovery.
• Use S&OE tools, SAP, Power BI, and reporting to monitor shortages, supplier constraints, inventory health, production risk, and exception trends.
• Conduct root cause analysis on material gaps and recurring issues, translating findings into corrective actions and preventative controls.
• Track KPIs, top drivers, open risks, recovery plans, and escalation decisions through governance routines with KHC Supply Chain Leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement by standardizing processes, improving constraint visibility, strengthening follow-through, and reducing recurring disruptions.
• Serve as an OMP subject matter expert, driving master data quality, validating planning parameters, resolving inaccuracies, and improving material planning outputs.
• Communicate risks, trade-offs, and recommended actions clearly across stakeholder levels.

Skills

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Deadline-oriented

Green Belt

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain/Logistics

Six Sigma Green Belt

APICS/ISM certifications

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Microsoft Office

Job description

Plan and manage supply chain resources and demand processes. Establish robust forecasts by utilizing statistical tools, working with account executives and account managers.

The Sr. Analyst, S&OE Materials drives execution, visibility, and governance across the KHC Materials Management process. This role partners cross-functionally to mitigate material availability risks, support service and production continuity, and translate data-driven insights into clear actions and sustainable improvements.

Primary Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day S&OE Materials execution for assigned plants, proactively identifying, escalating, and resolving material availability risks to protect service, production continuity, and growth.
• Partner with plants, S&OP Materials, Procurement, Transportation, Suppliers, and Supply Chain Leadership to close material gaps, align priorities, and drive action ownership.
• Lead weekly Materials Review routines across 7–8 plants, including prework, agendas, action tracking, and follow-ups focused on risk mitigation and service recovery.
• Use S&OE tools, OMP, SAP, Power BI, and reporting to monitor shortages, supplier constraints, inventory health, production risk, and exception trends.
• Conduct root cause analysis on material gaps and recurring issues, translating findings into corrective actions and preventative controls.
• Track KPIs, top drivers, open risks, recovery plans, and escalation decisions through governance routines with KHC Supply Chain Leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement by standardizing processes, improving constraint visibility, strengthening follow-through, and reducing recurring disruptions.
• Serve as an OMP subject matter expert, driving master data quality, validating planning parameters, resolving inaccuracies, and improving material planning outputs.
• Communicate risks, trade-offs, and recommended actions clearly across stakeholder levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field (Supply Chain, Operations, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, etc.)
• 2 years of relevant experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal and time management skills
• Data analysis expertise
• Presentation and oral/written communication skills required
• Ability to meet extremely tight deadlines with logical problem-solving
• Green Belt preferred
• APICS, ISM, or other industry certifications in operations and logistics preferred

Technical Expertise

• SAP experience and knowledge
• Well versed in Microsoft Office
• Working knowledge of Power BI

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

$89,800.00 - $112,200.00

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

• 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.