The Kraft Heinz Company
Sr. Buyer, Ingredients - Beef
The Kraft Heinz Company, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
The Senior Ingredients Buyer for Beef is a member of Kraft Heinz's North American Procurement team and plays a role in identifying multifaceted sources of the various beef categories with a total spend of $100MM across the NA Zone. You will deliver value to the organization by facilitating the strategic sourcing process, establishing and maintaining relationships with suppliers, and developing the category strategy and ongoing category management. You will help us live our value of Daring to Do Better Every Day by delivering productivity and cash flow targets that are focused on our Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). You will work and collaborate closely with several cross-functional areas. Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing: Focus on facilitating the strategic sourcing process for the category and related subcategories. Develop a thorough understanding of market conditions affecting cost and product availability through market and industry analysis, supplier research and review, category and supplier segmentation. Lead sourcing events, analysis, negotiations, contracting, and implementation. Category Strategy: Develop the category strategy and ongoing category management resulting from sourcing activities to ensure the most effective supply base design. Collaborate with risk management to understand product pricing movements and develop mitigation and/or optimization strategies to support. Category Management: Include category financial planning and budget setting related to respective spending areas. Problem solve unexpected supply, new product development, and project timeline challenges to support the business. Project Management: Deliver specific productivity and cash flow targets in relation to their categories in alignment with NA Procurement goals, focusing on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Work closely with cross-functional areas from an overall project management perspective and strategy execution. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in supply chain or operations management, finance, or related field. Candidates with equivalent related experience will be considered. 3+ years of experience in direct procurement, purchasing, strategic sourcing, or a related field. Commodity and price risk management experience is highly beneficial. Strong written, verbal, and analytical skills and interpersonal and presentation abilities. Ability to understand, organize, and communicate complex information clearly for various audiences. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and interact across all levels of the organization. Results-oriented, self-motivated, proactive, independent, and responsive mindset. Strong analytical, planning, and execution skills with exceptional attention to detail. Strategic mindset with the ability to consider multiple perspectives and future implications for the business; able to see value to stakeholders. Ability to negotiate and influence business decisions and change. Ability to multitask and manage projects of varying complexity. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and understanding of source-to-pay tools (SAP, Ariba, etc.). Work Environment & Schedule
This position is considered a normal office environment with limited travel or visits to external locations; offices are open workspaces. Chicago / Aon Center based employees may work virtually up to two days per week and are expected to work in-person on core days at their assigned location at least three days per week. Compensation & Benefits
New Hire Base Salary Range :
88,000.00 - $110,000.00 Bonus :
This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents. The compensation offered will consider internal equity and may vary by geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. Benefits :
Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, with plans tailored to meet you and your familys needs. Coverage is in accordance with the terms of applicable plans and governing plan documents. Wellbeing :
We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities to support physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being for employees and their families. You'll be able to participate in 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, AD&D, Disability Location:
Chicago / Aon Center Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In order to ensure reasonable accommodations for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The Senior Ingredients Buyer for Beef is a member of Kraft Heinz's North American Procurement team and plays a role in identifying multifaceted sources of the various beef categories with a total spend of $100MM across the NA Zone. You will deliver value to the organization by facilitating the strategic sourcing process, establishing and maintaining relationships with suppliers, and developing the category strategy and ongoing category management. You will help us live our value of Daring to Do Better Every Day by delivering productivity and cash flow targets that are focused on our Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). You will work and collaborate closely with several cross-functional areas. Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing: Focus on facilitating the strategic sourcing process for the category and related subcategories. Develop a thorough understanding of market conditions affecting cost and product availability through market and industry analysis, supplier research and review, category and supplier segmentation. Lead sourcing events, analysis, negotiations, contracting, and implementation. Category Strategy: Develop the category strategy and ongoing category management resulting from sourcing activities to ensure the most effective supply base design. Collaborate with risk management to understand product pricing movements and develop mitigation and/or optimization strategies to support. Category Management: Include category financial planning and budget setting related to respective spending areas. Problem solve unexpected supply, new product development, and project timeline challenges to support the business. Project Management: Deliver specific productivity and cash flow targets in relation to their categories in alignment with NA Procurement goals, focusing on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Work closely with cross-functional areas from an overall project management perspective and strategy execution. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in supply chain or operations management, finance, or related field. Candidates with equivalent related experience will be considered. 3+ years of experience in direct procurement, purchasing, strategic sourcing, or a related field. Commodity and price risk management experience is highly beneficial. Strong written, verbal, and analytical skills and interpersonal and presentation abilities. Ability to understand, organize, and communicate complex information clearly for various audiences. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and interact across all levels of the organization. Results-oriented, self-motivated, proactive, independent, and responsive mindset. Strong analytical, planning, and execution skills with exceptional attention to detail. Strategic mindset with the ability to consider multiple perspectives and future implications for the business; able to see value to stakeholders. Ability to negotiate and influence business decisions and change. Ability to multitask and manage projects of varying complexity. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and understanding of source-to-pay tools (SAP, Ariba, etc.). Work Environment & Schedule
This position is considered a normal office environment with limited travel or visits to external locations; offices are open workspaces. Chicago / Aon Center based employees may work virtually up to two days per week and are expected to work in-person on core days at their assigned location at least three days per week. Compensation & Benefits
New Hire Base Salary Range :
88,000.00 - $110,000.00 Bonus :
This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents. The compensation offered will consider internal equity and may vary by geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. Benefits :
Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, with plans tailored to meet you and your familys needs. Coverage is in accordance with the terms of applicable plans and governing plan documents. Wellbeing :
We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities to support physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being for employees and their families. You'll be able to participate in 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, AD&D, Disability Location:
Chicago / Aon Center Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In order to ensure reasonable accommodations for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr