Kraft Heinz Company
Sr Principal Scientist, R&D - Product Dev (Bakery)
Kraft Heinz Company, Glenview, Illinois, United States, 60025
Overview
Senior Principal Scientist, R&D – Product Development
is a Research and Development Bakery Technology role leading Product Development initiatives within the Snacking Team. The role supports multiple businesses across Snacking product lines (Lunchables, Oscar Mayer Bites, and P3) for the North America Zone. The Senior Principal Scientist provides leadership for and execution of projects across categories, with a proven record of driving results in challenging settings. The role operates in a dynamic, cross-functional environment and requires managing multiple projects concurrently with minimal guidance. A collaborative mindset and innovative solutions are essential. Key Responsibilities
Lead product development as the primary developer to drive execution across multiple projects within cross-functional teams. Demonstrate willingness and ability to learn new product categories and processing areas. Translate research findings and communicate them to cross-functional teams. Manage and execute product testing and qualification with cross-functional team members in laboratory and production environments. Manage multiple projects concurrently and prioritize conflicts between various business initiatives. Mentor, coach, and collaborate with colleagues within and outside of the immediate team. Additional Responsibilities
Plan and execute design of experiments (DoE), anticipate next steps, and adjust course when hurdles appear. Demonstrate excellent communication, influencing, project management, and problem-solving skills. Lead, coach, and motivate others; maintain high motivation and ability to multi-task complex projects. Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s is a Plus) in Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Life Sciences, or related fields. Minimum 8+ years of Product Development experience within a CPG or equivalent, with a minimum of 5 years in Bakery experience. Strong understanding of ingredients, processing equipment, ingredient interactions, and food product laboratory test methods. Executional excellence, personal leadership, and customer focus. Self-motivated problem solver with the drive to deliver objectives in a complex environment. Ability to plan, design experiments, anticipate next steps, and course-correct when needed. Excellent communication, influencing, project management, and problem-solving skills. Ability to lead, coach, and motivate others. Highly motivated with the ability to multi-task across complex projects. Willingness to travel about 30%, including travel within the United States and Canada to internal plants, co-manufacturers, and suppliers. Location
Glenview R&D Center Compensation and Benefits
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Total Rewards include a base salary range and bonus eligibility based on plan terms and governing documents. New Hire Base Salary Range: $118,400.00 - $148,000.00. Bonus eligibility and compensation may vary by geographic region and candidate’s knowledge, skills, and experience. Benefits include health coverage for employees and eligible dependents, retirement plans, life and disability coverage, and wellbeing programs. Benefits vary by role, country, region, and other employment status factors. Wellbeing:
Programs and resources spanning physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being are available; participation may vary by role and location. Equal Opportunity
Kraft Heinz is committed to inclusion and diversity. Applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.
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Senior Principal Scientist, R&D – Product Development
is a Research and Development Bakery Technology role leading Product Development initiatives within the Snacking Team. The role supports multiple businesses across Snacking product lines (Lunchables, Oscar Mayer Bites, and P3) for the North America Zone. The Senior Principal Scientist provides leadership for and execution of projects across categories, with a proven record of driving results in challenging settings. The role operates in a dynamic, cross-functional environment and requires managing multiple projects concurrently with minimal guidance. A collaborative mindset and innovative solutions are essential. Key Responsibilities
Lead product development as the primary developer to drive execution across multiple projects within cross-functional teams. Demonstrate willingness and ability to learn new product categories and processing areas. Translate research findings and communicate them to cross-functional teams. Manage and execute product testing and qualification with cross-functional team members in laboratory and production environments. Manage multiple projects concurrently and prioritize conflicts between various business initiatives. Mentor, coach, and collaborate with colleagues within and outside of the immediate team. Additional Responsibilities
Plan and execute design of experiments (DoE), anticipate next steps, and adjust course when hurdles appear. Demonstrate excellent communication, influencing, project management, and problem-solving skills. Lead, coach, and motivate others; maintain high motivation and ability to multi-task complex projects. Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s is a Plus) in Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Life Sciences, or related fields. Minimum 8+ years of Product Development experience within a CPG or equivalent, with a minimum of 5 years in Bakery experience. Strong understanding of ingredients, processing equipment, ingredient interactions, and food product laboratory test methods. Executional excellence, personal leadership, and customer focus. Self-motivated problem solver with the drive to deliver objectives in a complex environment. Ability to plan, design experiments, anticipate next steps, and course-correct when needed. Excellent communication, influencing, project management, and problem-solving skills. Ability to lead, coach, and motivate others. Highly motivated with the ability to multi-task across complex projects. Willingness to travel about 30%, including travel within the United States and Canada to internal plants, co-manufacturers, and suppliers. Location
Glenview R&D Center Compensation and Benefits
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Total Rewards include a base salary range and bonus eligibility based on plan terms and governing documents. New Hire Base Salary Range: $118,400.00 - $148,000.00. Bonus eligibility and compensation may vary by geographic region and candidate’s knowledge, skills, and experience. Benefits include health coverage for employees and eligible dependents, retirement plans, life and disability coverage, and wellbeing programs. Benefits vary by role, country, region, and other employment status factors. Wellbeing:
Programs and resources spanning physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being are available; participation may vary by role and location. Equal Opportunity
Kraft Heinz is committed to inclusion and diversity. Applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.
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