Strategic ECM Planning Manager – Data & Visualization

heinz; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Job summary

Kraft Heinz in Chicago is seeking a Manager, ECM Operations, Planning to bring structure, analytical rigor, and data integrity to ECM annual planning and investment decisions. The role owns day-to-day management of complex Excel-based budget and planning files, ensures accuracy across scenarios, and translates inputs into clear analyses and visuals for leadership.

The position supports the rollout of technology-enabled planning solutions and collaborates across teams, with hybrid work and

Qualifications

• Advanced Excel mastery with complex templates and scenarios.
• Ability to maintain data integrity across planning and budgeting.
• Strong analytical skills with large, changing data sets.
• Experience managing interdependencies and simulations for planning.
• Proficient storytelling and visuals for leadership audiences.
• High attention to detail in all planning outputs.
• Experience improving reporting platforms and processes.
• Clear communication to simplify complexity for stakeholders.
• Navigate a large matrix organization effectively.
• Excellent organization and project management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan & Budget File Management: build and improve complex Excel-based files for ECM investment decisions.
• Data Integrity & Quality Control: own accuracy and consistency of planning data.
• Scenario & Simulation Management: manage interdependencies and run scenarios.
• Stakeholder Reporting & Visualization: create views and visuals for leadership.
• Template & Tool Development: build scalable templates and training for users.
• Planning Routine Support & Recommendations: provide data, analysis, and recommendations.
• Technology & Process Improvement: stabilize current processes and contribute to future solutions.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Data integrity

Analytical rigor

Scenario management

Data storytelling

Attention to detail

Reporting tools

Strong communication

Matrix navigation

Organization & PM

Job description

Kraft Heinz in Chicago is seeking a Manager, ECM Operations, Planning to bring structure, analytical rigor, and data integrity to ECM annual planning and investment decisions. The role owns day-to-day management of complex Excel-based budget and planning files, ensures accuracy across scenarios, and translates inputs into clear analyses and visuals for leadership.

The position supports the rollout of technology-enabled planning solutions and collaborates across teams, with hybrid work and