Heinz
Overview
Manager, HR – North America Operations
– Onsite position Tuesday-Thursday in our Chicago, IL World Headquarters (Aon Center). The role sits within the People & Performance team that strategically supports the business with people talent and performance goals. This position will specifically support the following client groups: Zone Engineering; Digital Manufacturing; Continuous Improvement/KHMS; Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)/Sustainability. You will act as a strategic HR business partner to lead initiatives in talent development, people strategies, change management, organizational efficiency, and driving a culture of ownership within the organization. You will also lead and support People projects and initiatives across the Central Operations organization. If you thrive on impact, influence, and innovation—this is your seat at the transformation table. What Will You Bring to the Table?
Strategic Business Partnering
– Become a trusted advisor to all leaders, spotting opportunities, closing capability gaps, and designing people-powered solutions that drive operational excellence across plants and technical functions. Talent Strategies for Development & Growth
– Champion an inspiring talent agenda. Lead thoughtful performance and potential discussions, coach managers to deliver meaningful feedback, and elevate development planning to fuel business growth and career progression. Develop talent strategies for technical talent around hiring, career development, and partnering with Talent Acquisition to execute these strategies. Smart Workforce Planning
– Regularly assess organizational design to ensure the right people are in the right roles at the right time. Proactively guide movement, development, and succession planning to support immediate and long-term business needs. Organizational Development/Transformation
– Workforce Planning, Organizational Development & Transformation; assess organizational structures to ensure proper staffing levels. Proactively lead movement and development of talent in alignment with staffing needs. Lead transformational change including continuous improvement, technology, and standardization initiatives. Culture Champion
– Ignite the Kraft Heinz culture and values across business units. Lead and influence major cultural accelerators such as MBOs, Continuous Improvement, and process optimization while ensuring a strong, fair, and merit-based performance environment. Budget & Organizational Effectiveness
– Manage team budget and optimize costs; facilitate organization, process and people assessments to narrow gaps and drive efficiencies. Seek opportunities to improve value. Minimum Requirements
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a HR Business Partner role supporting a client group (preferably with technical focus client groups) Experience partnering within a shared services HR model partnering with COEs across all levels of a matrixed organization Experience partnering with client groups on transformation initiatives and/or change initiatives Recipe for Success
I am highly ambitious, intrinsically motivated, and always striving to be the best. I have core knowledge of and ability to collaborate with all areas within HR. I understand and advise on matters of local employment laws and labor requirements. I have excellent verbal communication skills, executive presence, and a proven ability to modify communication style based on audience. I have the ability to make difficult decisions and challenge leaders, managers, and employees to drive the right decision. I understand all business metrics with an emphasis on financials and opportunities for HR to impact. I have experience influencing/aligning strategy around talent capability and behaviors. I have a track record of partnering at all levels in an organization to drive priorities and results. I have proven ability and success in working in a matrixed organizational environment. Bonus:
This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents. Location
Chicago/Aon Center Benefits & Wellbeing:
Comprehensive coverage for employees and eligible dependents through healthcare, protection, and saving programs; well-being programs and resources for physical, social, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Programs may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. New Hire Base Salary Range:
$102,100.00 - $127,600.00 New Hire 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 geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. 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. If accommodation is required in the job application process, applicants may contact for assistance. 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.
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Manager, HR – North America Operations
– Onsite position Tuesday-Thursday in our Chicago, IL World Headquarters (Aon Center). The role sits within the People & Performance team that strategically supports the business with people talent and performance goals. This position will specifically support the following client groups: Zone Engineering; Digital Manufacturing; Continuous Improvement/KHMS; Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)/Sustainability. You will act as a strategic HR business partner to lead initiatives in talent development, people strategies, change management, organizational efficiency, and driving a culture of ownership within the organization. You will also lead and support People projects and initiatives across the Central Operations organization. If you thrive on impact, influence, and innovation—this is your seat at the transformation table. What Will You Bring to the Table?
Strategic Business Partnering
– Become a trusted advisor to all leaders, spotting opportunities, closing capability gaps, and designing people-powered solutions that drive operational excellence across plants and technical functions. Talent Strategies for Development & Growth
– Champion an inspiring talent agenda. Lead thoughtful performance and potential discussions, coach managers to deliver meaningful feedback, and elevate development planning to fuel business growth and career progression. Develop talent strategies for technical talent around hiring, career development, and partnering with Talent Acquisition to execute these strategies. Smart Workforce Planning
– Regularly assess organizational design to ensure the right people are in the right roles at the right time. Proactively guide movement, development, and succession planning to support immediate and long-term business needs. Organizational Development/Transformation
– Workforce Planning, Organizational Development & Transformation; assess organizational structures to ensure proper staffing levels. Proactively lead movement and development of talent in alignment with staffing needs. Lead transformational change including continuous improvement, technology, and standardization initiatives. Culture Champion
– Ignite the Kraft Heinz culture and values across business units. Lead and influence major cultural accelerators such as MBOs, Continuous Improvement, and process optimization while ensuring a strong, fair, and merit-based performance environment. Budget & Organizational Effectiveness
– Manage team budget and optimize costs; facilitate organization, process and people assessments to narrow gaps and drive efficiencies. Seek opportunities to improve value. Minimum Requirements
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a HR Business Partner role supporting a client group (preferably with technical focus client groups) Experience partnering within a shared services HR model partnering with COEs across all levels of a matrixed organization Experience partnering with client groups on transformation initiatives and/or change initiatives Recipe for Success
I am highly ambitious, intrinsically motivated, and always striving to be the best. I have core knowledge of and ability to collaborate with all areas within HR. I understand and advise on matters of local employment laws and labor requirements. I have excellent verbal communication skills, executive presence, and a proven ability to modify communication style based on audience. I have the ability to make difficult decisions and challenge leaders, managers, and employees to drive the right decision. I understand all business metrics with an emphasis on financials and opportunities for HR to impact. I have experience influencing/aligning strategy around talent capability and behaviors. I have a track record of partnering at all levels in an organization to drive priorities and results. I have proven ability and success in working in a matrixed organizational environment. Bonus:
This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents. Location
Chicago/Aon Center Benefits & Wellbeing:
Comprehensive coverage for employees and eligible dependents through healthcare, protection, and saving programs; well-being programs and resources for physical, social, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Programs may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. New Hire Base Salary Range:
$102,100.00 - $127,600.00 New Hire 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 geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. 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. If accommodation is required in the job application process, applicants may contact for assistance. 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.
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