Kraft Heinz
Senior Manager Blow Molding - Packaging Procurement
Kraft Heinz, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Senior Manager Blow Molding - Packaging Procurement
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Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end category strategy and execution for North American blow-molded packaging, including multi-year vision, demand forecasting, project prioritization and total-spend accountability.
Own strategic sourcing projects and the RFx/award process (including electronic sourcing), supplier selection, contracting and contract governance to deliver cost, service, quality and innovation objectives.
Manage senior to mid-level supplier relationships and performance (business reviews, KPIs, risk mitigation, escalation, continuity planning).
Lead discussions with suppliers around long-term objectives and strategies, ongoing market trends, innovation and technology advances, and potential investment decisions.
Lead supplier development and investment discussions (mold/tooling CAPEX, tooling lifecycle).
Drive commercial negotiations and execute complex contracts using advanced negotiation techniques.
Develop Should Cost Model and track Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) in partnership with Data Analytics and Procurement Finance, accountable for measuring and reporting value delivery.
Apply market intelligence to maintain deep category expertise (market, pricing, cost drivers, supplier landscape) and translate insights into actionable sourcing strategies.
Identify business needs at the sourcing and category project level in the areas Assurance of Supply, Quality, Service, Cost, and Innovation (AQSCI).
Identify, prioritize and deliver value-generating projects based on complexity, resources, risk, implementation time and financial impact, and track/report realized savings and service improvements.
Show aptitude towards Continuous Improvement to deliver annual productivity targets and service improvements.
Ensure robust strategic sourcing processes and procurement governance are applied to all projects; collaborate with global procurement peers to align on standards and leverage global leverage where appropriate.
Lead, mentor and develop procurement resources (including Global Procurement Solutions support) and influence without direct authority.
Manage escalations for major supplier issues and coordinate cross‑functional remediation to protect supply, quality and customer service.
Expected Experience & Required Skills
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Applied Sciences, Engineering, Finance, Business, or related field. Extensive experience in Packaging R&D, Quality and manufacturing is a plus.
5 to 7 years of proven experience in procurement of materials or services, preferably in consumer goods or a combination of procurement, R&D, quality and operations experience indexed towards packaging.
Knowledge of food packaging fundamentals and packaging technologies like blow and injection molding and thermoforming.
Knowledge of sustainable solutions and future compliance requirements for packaging materials and manufacturing trends.
Ability to collaborate with senior leadership including business unit presidents, brand teams, and global category leaders.
Experience developing long‑term business strategies; establishing mid‑to‑long‑term direction based on external market indices, global supply chain, and organizational capabilities.
Advanced experience in the sourcing lifecycle process and strong grasp of the tools needed to complete the process.
Strong written, verbal, analytical, interpersonal and presentation skills.
Effective negotiator and influencer with demonstrated examples with internal customers and external suppliers/partners.
Ability to understand, organize and communicate complex information in an easily understandable format tailored to a variety of audiences.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, support requests from, and interact directly across all levels of the organization.
Results‑oriented, self‑motivated, proactive, independent, and responsive.
Strong analytical, planning, and execution skills, including exceptional attention to detail.
Strategic mindset; ability to articulate impacts of issues and future business impact.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and source‑to‑pay tools (SAP, Ariba, etc.), knowledge of Microsoft Power BI.
This position is considered a normal office environment with moderate travel to customer locations, stores, manufacturing facilities, etc. Chicago/Aon Center based employees can work virtually for up to two days each week and must be in‑person in the office at least three days per week.
Compensation New Hire Base Salary Range: $120,100.00 - $150,100.00
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 the candidate’s geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
Benefits & Wellbeing
Health coverage for employees and eligible dependents (medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, screenings/assessments).
Paid Time Off, company holidays, leave of absence, flexible work arrangements, recognition, training.
Employee Assistance Program, wellbeing programs, family support programs.
401(k), life, accidental death & dismemberment, disability.
Location Chicago/Aon Center
Equal Opportunity Employer Kraft Heinz is an equal opportunity employer. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation for the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.
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Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end category strategy and execution for North American blow-molded packaging, including multi-year vision, demand forecasting, project prioritization and total-spend accountability.
Own strategic sourcing projects and the RFx/award process (including electronic sourcing), supplier selection, contracting and contract governance to deliver cost, service, quality and innovation objectives.
Manage senior to mid-level supplier relationships and performance (business reviews, KPIs, risk mitigation, escalation, continuity planning).
Lead discussions with suppliers around long-term objectives and strategies, ongoing market trends, innovation and technology advances, and potential investment decisions.
Lead supplier development and investment discussions (mold/tooling CAPEX, tooling lifecycle).
Drive commercial negotiations and execute complex contracts using advanced negotiation techniques.
Develop Should Cost Model and track Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) in partnership with Data Analytics and Procurement Finance, accountable for measuring and reporting value delivery.
Apply market intelligence to maintain deep category expertise (market, pricing, cost drivers, supplier landscape) and translate insights into actionable sourcing strategies.
Identify business needs at the sourcing and category project level in the areas Assurance of Supply, Quality, Service, Cost, and Innovation (AQSCI).
Identify, prioritize and deliver value-generating projects based on complexity, resources, risk, implementation time and financial impact, and track/report realized savings and service improvements.
Show aptitude towards Continuous Improvement to deliver annual productivity targets and service improvements.
Ensure robust strategic sourcing processes and procurement governance are applied to all projects; collaborate with global procurement peers to align on standards and leverage global leverage where appropriate.
Lead, mentor and develop procurement resources (including Global Procurement Solutions support) and influence without direct authority.
Manage escalations for major supplier issues and coordinate cross‑functional remediation to protect supply, quality and customer service.
Expected Experience & Required Skills
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Applied Sciences, Engineering, Finance, Business, or related field. Extensive experience in Packaging R&D, Quality and manufacturing is a plus.
5 to 7 years of proven experience in procurement of materials or services, preferably in consumer goods or a combination of procurement, R&D, quality and operations experience indexed towards packaging.
Knowledge of food packaging fundamentals and packaging technologies like blow and injection molding and thermoforming.
Knowledge of sustainable solutions and future compliance requirements for packaging materials and manufacturing trends.
Ability to collaborate with senior leadership including business unit presidents, brand teams, and global category leaders.
Experience developing long‑term business strategies; establishing mid‑to‑long‑term direction based on external market indices, global supply chain, and organizational capabilities.
Advanced experience in the sourcing lifecycle process and strong grasp of the tools needed to complete the process.
Strong written, verbal, analytical, interpersonal and presentation skills.
Effective negotiator and influencer with demonstrated examples with internal customers and external suppliers/partners.
Ability to understand, organize and communicate complex information in an easily understandable format tailored to a variety of audiences.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, support requests from, and interact directly across all levels of the organization.
Results‑oriented, self‑motivated, proactive, independent, and responsive.
Strong analytical, planning, and execution skills, including exceptional attention to detail.
Strategic mindset; ability to articulate impacts of issues and future business impact.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and source‑to‑pay tools (SAP, Ariba, etc.), knowledge of Microsoft Power BI.
This position is considered a normal office environment with moderate travel to customer locations, stores, manufacturing facilities, etc. Chicago/Aon Center based employees can work virtually for up to two days each week and must be in‑person in the office at least three days per week.
Compensation New Hire Base Salary Range: $120,100.00 - $150,100.00
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 the candidate’s geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
Benefits & Wellbeing
Health coverage for employees and eligible dependents (medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, screenings/assessments).
Paid Time Off, company holidays, leave of absence, flexible work arrangements, recognition, training.
Employee Assistance Program, wellbeing programs, family support programs.
401(k), life, accidental death & dismemberment, disability.
Location Chicago/Aon Center
Equal Opportunity Employer Kraft Heinz is an equal opportunity employer. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation for the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.
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