Kraft Heinz
Manager, External Manufacturing - Meat, Cheese, and Coffee
Kraft Heinz, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Manager, External Manufacturing – Meat, Cheese, and Coffee
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Manager, External Manufacturing – Meat, Cheese, and Coffee
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Kraft Heinz
Role You’ll be the key procurement stakeholder behind Oscar Mayer, Maxwell House and other iconic Kraft Heinz brands. You’ll own the sourcing strategy for ~$250M USD of spend, build high‑impact supplier partnerships, and negotiate contracts that deliver cost, quality and innovation so families find great meals on shelves.
Job Description This role will report into the Group Lead, External Manufacturing – Meat, Cheese, Coffee and Snacking and interact closely with the cross‑functional Business Unit teams.
Primary Responsibilities
Define and execute category sourcing strategy by monitoring market trends, conducting category reviews, and leveraging supplier capabilities.
Lead supplier negotiations and contract management to secure best commercial terms without compromising quality or service.
Own category P&L planning, annual operating plan, forecasts, and periodic updates.
Ensure supply security and contingency plans to meet current volumes and future growth needs.
Build and manage strategic supplier relationships—drive continuous improvement, innovation, and performance accountability.
Identify, assess and onboard new external manufacturing partners (financial, quality, manufacturing feasibility).
Partner with cross‑functional stakeholders (Quality, R&D, Operations, Marketing, Sales, Legal) to commercialize new products and optimize total cost of ownership.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, Economics, Finance or related field preferred.
Min 5 years of work experience in Procurement (e.g., EM, Indirect, Capex, Ingredients, Packaging) and Operations‑related roles. Project management experience is also desired.
Strong strategic sourcing experience and comfort with complex financial analysis.
Demonstrated negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
Familiar with commercial terms and contract components; experience negotiating agreements.
Highly proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.
Knowledge or experience in food or beverage manufacturing process preferred.
Effective at establishing trust and building effective business relationships and getting things done through others.
What You’ll Love
You’ll thrive in this role if you’re excited by building supplier partnerships, leading complex negotiations, and driving innovation in an agile environment that values ownership and creativity.
Driving significant value through navigating ambiguous situations in a complex category.
Collaborating with and influencing others to accomplish a shared goal.
Location Chicago / Aon Center
Compensation New Hire Base Salary Range
$102,100.00 - $127,600.00
Bonus
This position is eligible for a performance‑based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
Benefits
Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future. 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.
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 – 401(k), Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability
Equal Opportunity Employer 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
for assistance.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Manufacturing
Industries Food and Beverage Services, Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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Manager, External Manufacturing – Meat, Cheese, and Coffee
role at
Kraft Heinz
Role You’ll be the key procurement stakeholder behind Oscar Mayer, Maxwell House and other iconic Kraft Heinz brands. You’ll own the sourcing strategy for ~$250M USD of spend, build high‑impact supplier partnerships, and negotiate contracts that deliver cost, quality and innovation so families find great meals on shelves.
Job Description This role will report into the Group Lead, External Manufacturing – Meat, Cheese, Coffee and Snacking and interact closely with the cross‑functional Business Unit teams.
Primary Responsibilities
Define and execute category sourcing strategy by monitoring market trends, conducting category reviews, and leveraging supplier capabilities.
Lead supplier negotiations and contract management to secure best commercial terms without compromising quality or service.
Own category P&L planning, annual operating plan, forecasts, and periodic updates.
Ensure supply security and contingency plans to meet current volumes and future growth needs.
Build and manage strategic supplier relationships—drive continuous improvement, innovation, and performance accountability.
Identify, assess and onboard new external manufacturing partners (financial, quality, manufacturing feasibility).
Partner with cross‑functional stakeholders (Quality, R&D, Operations, Marketing, Sales, Legal) to commercialize new products and optimize total cost of ownership.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, Economics, Finance or related field preferred.
Min 5 years of work experience in Procurement (e.g., EM, Indirect, Capex, Ingredients, Packaging) and Operations‑related roles. Project management experience is also desired.
Strong strategic sourcing experience and comfort with complex financial analysis.
Demonstrated negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
Familiar with commercial terms and contract components; experience negotiating agreements.
Highly proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.
Knowledge or experience in food or beverage manufacturing process preferred.
Effective at establishing trust and building effective business relationships and getting things done through others.
What You’ll Love
You’ll thrive in this role if you’re excited by building supplier partnerships, leading complex negotiations, and driving innovation in an agile environment that values ownership and creativity.
Driving significant value through navigating ambiguous situations in a complex category.
Collaborating with and influencing others to accomplish a shared goal.
Location Chicago / Aon Center
Compensation New Hire Base Salary Range
$102,100.00 - $127,600.00
Bonus
This position is eligible for a performance‑based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
Benefits
Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future. 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.
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 – 401(k), Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability
Equal Opportunity Employer 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
for assistance.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Manufacturing
Industries Food and Beverage Services, Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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