Sr. Manager, NA Procurement - Portfolio Productivity - AFH

Job description

We have an excellent opportunity available for an experienced Portfolio & Productivity Leader to make a difference at Kraft Heinz. The role of [BU] Portfolio Productivity Sr. Manager lies North America Region, and is responsible to lead an integrated, BU-centric productivity agenda to drive financial and strategic performance meeting best-in-class industry benchmarks. A picture containing icon Description automatically generatedIn this role you will act as a critical partner to cross-functional teams and stakeholders, leading the productivity agenda for [BU] and acting as a link between the BU team and functional stakeholders to ensure alignment, and successful delivery of the BU productivity agenda. You’ll be reporting to the Head of Value Creation, North America Region. Get ready for a lot of exposure to internal senior stakeholders. The management and delivery of [BU]’s productivity program will be your primary responsibility. ## Job Description **In brief, you are responsible for:** - Champion and lead productivity strategy agenda within BU, including integrated planning with annual business cycles (3-year plan, 1-year plan) and productivity target setting linked changes in procurement and operations cost base and desired portfolio margin performance. - Lead cross-functional teams to build, launch, and successfully deliver portfolio productivity project pipeline (value engineering, PPA, CMA, in/out-sourcing, etc.). - Partner with BU CFO office and central FP&A team(s) to embed and maintain routine end-to-end productivity forecasting and reporting via monthly [BU] business cycles/routines. - Lead productivity reporting/review routine with central (regional) stakeholder leadership team and functional teams (Procurement, Operations) to ensure cross-functional alignment. - Maintain holistic visibility of in-year and future productivity pipeline at both BU and Platform (finished good category) level. - Proactively partner with relevant stakeholders, central finance, and growth office PMO to report on end-to-end portfolio performance - Co-lead AOP cycle to set and support productivity component of portfolio/category performance in partnership with BU CFO office, category finance teams, and portfolio GMs. - As necessary, lead ad-hoc internal/external assessments to determine portfolio margin competitiveness. **Qualifications** - Bachelor’s degree in business, science, engineering; MBA or masters in finance/operations is a plus. - Extensive project/program management experience in a large, matrixed organization - 4-6 years work experience in FMCG. - Strong understanding of P&L structure and drivers - Strong understanding of operational projects - Expert collaboration and stakeholder management skills - Strategic mindset and ability to simplify the complex, with clear storytelling to executive level - Expert ability in Microsoft office (particularly Excel, PowerPoint) - **Communication Skills** - People are easily be exposed to senior management, no matter their level. Therefore, it’s important to have excellent interpersonal skills, to take care of all kinds of different collaborators. - **Confident / Ability to give pushback** - We like people who are go getters and are not easily thrown off their game, not even when getting resistance. - **Ability to Simplify** - We like to keep it simple. And to implement fast. Your simplification skills will be highly appreciated, when providing simple solutions dealing with sophisticated challenges. - **Commercial Sense** - Always seeking for opportunities to expand your business and build more savings, while over delivering your targets. - **Analytical** - We’re a very data driven company, making it crucial to be able to translate complex data into a simple solution with an analytical approach. **What we offer you** - An ambitious employer; we only want the best for you. - A fast career track like only few other companies can match. - A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure (above market); at KraftHeinz we strongly believe and live by ownership and meritocracy. - A hybrid working model; because we believe the future of work is based on a building modern, adaptable, and agile workplace culture. 3 days from our office in Amsterdam and 2 days from home with additional 20 days per year to work from anywhere you want! - Additional benefits such as Commuting Allowance, Hybrid Work Allowance & Reimbursements, Bicycle & Gym Discount Plan, Employee Assistance Program and Supplemental Health Insurance. - A wide range of discounts with KraftHeinz’s partnerships on fashion, electronics, travels and many more! - Last and not least; there are always room for new insights: If you have an idea, please let us know, and we can set it in action! **Our Hiring Process** After the application and CV screening, you are invited to complete our Cognitive Assessment and will have an introductory telephone call with the Talent Acquisition Team. If positive, you will interview with: 1. XXX and HR Business Partner 2. XXX and Cross-functional Interviewer 3. All positive? Job offer! Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. **About us** Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company. Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food. **Why us** We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food. Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz 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:** $120,800.00 - $151,000.00**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. 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** [NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com](mailto:NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com) **for assistance.**