Kraft Heinz
Associate Director, Non-Commercial Marketing
Kraft Heinz, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview Associate Director, Non-Commercial Marketing at Kraft Heinz. This role leads the National Accounts (NA) Customer Marketing Team within the US Away From Home (AFH) Business Unit, focusing on strategic channel priorities, go-to-market plans, and partnerships that drive growth.
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Marketing lead for the National Accounts Team in Away From Home. Design and implement impactful activations across non-commercial segments to elevate brand equity and win market share. Mentor and develop team members across multiple leadership levels; foster a culture of growth and collaboration. Hire, train, and develop marketing professionals, supporting cross-functional teams to build a multifaceted business. Lead cross-functional peers and teams to deliver strategic thought leadership and accelerated growth. Collaborate with multiple cross-functional teams to identify business opportunities and provide strategic and tactical recommendations; navigate challenges with resilience. Develop plans for execution and engagement with senior-level customer contacts, with emphasis on the foodservice sector. Define the future with an entrepreneurial mindset; identify foundational and disruptive category insights and data capabilities for the team. Simplify priorities with leadership and customers to align on key customer Joint Business Plans (JBPs). Leverage insights to craft compelling selling stories and category strategies, addressing category issues and opportunities. Represent Kraft Heinz at key industry and customer events as a company ambassador. People Management
Team size: 4 direct reports Qualifications & Required Experience
Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing or related field; MBA with marketing focus preferred. 10+ years of multi-channel marketing, customer marketing, product/brand management experience; foodservice experience a plus. Proven leadership of direct reports, with ability to inspire, empower, prioritize, and develop high-performing teams. Experience building external relationships with senior executives and influencing decision-making. Experience leading strategic initiatives with P&L responsibility. Strong collaboration and coalition-building skills across organizations. Self-starter with positive, impact-driven mindset; championing innovative marketing solutions. Adaptability to changing business, customer, and consumer needs; proactive problem solver with strategic thinking for complex challenges. Ability to work in a matrix, cross-functional environment; balancing creativity with business needs and consumer focus. Strong numerical and analytical skills; ability to interpret data and conduct trend analysis. Familiarity with digital marketing tools, CRM, AI, and marketing automation is a plus. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Willingness to travel approximately 25% of the time for business. Work Environment & Schedule This position is in a normal office environment with moderate travel to customer locations, stores, and manufacturing facilities. Offices are open workspaces; flexibility for hybrid work arrangements may be available per location policy. Note:
This job description is not intended to cover all duties and responsibilities; duties may change or be added. Our Total Rewards program includes base salary, bonus eligibility, benefits, and wellbeing offerings. Compensation & Benefits New Hire Base Salary Range:
$159,400 - $199,200 Bonus: Eligible for performance-based bonus per plan terms. Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare and related programs; details provided in plan documents. Wellbeing: Programs supporting physical, social, emotional, and financial wellbeing; benefits may vary by role, country, region, and other factors. Location Chicago, IL (Aon Center) Equal Opportunity Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants requiring accommodation may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.
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Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills. Responsibilities
Marketing lead for the National Accounts Team in Away From Home. Design and implement impactful activations across non-commercial segments to elevate brand equity and win market share. Mentor and develop team members across multiple leadership levels; foster a culture of growth and collaboration. Hire, train, and develop marketing professionals, supporting cross-functional teams to build a multifaceted business. Lead cross-functional peers and teams to deliver strategic thought leadership and accelerated growth. Collaborate with multiple cross-functional teams to identify business opportunities and provide strategic and tactical recommendations; navigate challenges with resilience. Develop plans for execution and engagement with senior-level customer contacts, with emphasis on the foodservice sector. Define the future with an entrepreneurial mindset; identify foundational and disruptive category insights and data capabilities for the team. Simplify priorities with leadership and customers to align on key customer Joint Business Plans (JBPs). Leverage insights to craft compelling selling stories and category strategies, addressing category issues and opportunities. Represent Kraft Heinz at key industry and customer events as a company ambassador. People Management
Team size: 4 direct reports Qualifications & Required Experience
Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing or related field; MBA with marketing focus preferred. 10+ years of multi-channel marketing, customer marketing, product/brand management experience; foodservice experience a plus. Proven leadership of direct reports, with ability to inspire, empower, prioritize, and develop high-performing teams. Experience building external relationships with senior executives and influencing decision-making. Experience leading strategic initiatives with P&L responsibility. Strong collaboration and coalition-building skills across organizations. Self-starter with positive, impact-driven mindset; championing innovative marketing solutions. Adaptability to changing business, customer, and consumer needs; proactive problem solver with strategic thinking for complex challenges. Ability to work in a matrix, cross-functional environment; balancing creativity with business needs and consumer focus. Strong numerical and analytical skills; ability to interpret data and conduct trend analysis. Familiarity with digital marketing tools, CRM, AI, and marketing automation is a plus. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Willingness to travel approximately 25% of the time for business. Work Environment & Schedule This position is in a normal office environment with moderate travel to customer locations, stores, and manufacturing facilities. Offices are open workspaces; flexibility for hybrid work arrangements may be available per location policy. Note:
This job description is not intended to cover all duties and responsibilities; duties may change or be added. Our Total Rewards program includes base salary, bonus eligibility, benefits, and wellbeing offerings. Compensation & Benefits New Hire Base Salary Range:
$159,400 - $199,200 Bonus: Eligible for performance-based bonus per plan terms. Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare and related programs; details provided in plan documents. Wellbeing: Programs supporting physical, social, emotional, and financial wellbeing; benefits may vary by role, country, region, and other factors. Location Chicago, IL (Aon Center) Equal Opportunity Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants requiring accommodation may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.
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