Kraft Heinz Company
Procurement Lead, Packaging - Paper
Kraft Heinz Company, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job Description
Job Purpose
As the Group Lead for Paper Packaging Procurement, you will play a crucial role in leading and developing the North American Zone Paper Packaging Procurement team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and developing a team of three people across the folding cartons, corrugated, and label packaging categories and a spend of over $600MM. The ideal candidate will have a strong procurement background, leading teams, developing category sourcing strategy, supplier negotiations, supplier relationship management, cost modeling skills, strong stakeholder alignment and influencing skills, and exceptional communication, organizational, and people‑management skills.
This candidate will also possess expertise in ensuring the company’s packaging needs are met while minimizing costs and ensuring the quality of paper packaging materials for our food and beverage products.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Lead, manage, and develop a team of three people, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure individual and team success, and fostering a positive, inclusive, and productive team culture.
Work closely with Global Procurement to ensure alignment on procurement strategies and initiatives.
Collaborate cross‑functionally and with category managers to develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for resin packaging materials, aligning with business objectives and ensuring continuity of supply.
Build and maintain relationships with existing and new suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage performance to ensure quality, delivery, and cost targets.
Drive value for the business through identifying and implementing cost‑saving initiatives such as supplier consolidation, process improvements, improved payment terms, risk mitigation, and innovative packaging solutions.
Mitigate risks associated with resin packaging procurement, including supply chain disruptions, quality issues, tariffs, and substance of interest.
Work closely with cross‑functional teams, including R&D, Operations, and Quality Assurance, to ensure packaging meets product requirements and regulatory standards.
Analyze market trends, supplier performance, and spend data to inform strategic decisions and optimize procurement processes.
Manage inflation, drive productivity, set paper packaging procurement budgets, and ensure alignment with business objectives and financial targets.
Champion Kraft Heinz organizational values and help drive our procurement vision.
Expected Experience & Required Skills
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, finance, business, marketing, or equivalent. MBA and advanced procurement qualifications are preferred.
At least 8+ years of procurement experience, with a minimum of 5‑7 years of direct procurement experience.
Strong business acumen, supplier relationship management, influencing skills, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Results‑oriented, adept at solving complex challenges and dealing with ambiguity; anticipates and adjusts to problems and obstacles.
Creates and manages individual development plans to support career growth and advancement, and provides regular feedback, coaching, and mentoring to team members.
Proven project management and solid analytical, consultative, and diagnostic skills; able to make sound, data‑driven business decisions.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and understanding of source‑to‑pay tools (SAP, Ariba, Workday, etc.).
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage a team of three procurement professionals responsible for paper packaging procurement.
Develop and execute strategic procurement plans for paper packaging materials.
Manage and maintain relationships with 50 suppliers, negotiating contracts, pricing, and terms.
Oversee the management of over 7,000 resource codes, ensuring accuracy and process improvements.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless integration of procurement strategies.
Analyze market trends, industry developments, and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings and innovation.
Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and reports to ensure accurate financial planning.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including sustainability initiatives.
Nice to Have
Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
Certification in procurement, such as CPM or CPSM.
Experience in the food industry or consumer packaged goods.
Knowledge of sustainability and social responsibility initiatives in procurement.
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.
New Hire Base Salary Range:
$137,400.00 - $171,700.00
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 the candidate’s geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
Benefits:
Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and savings 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 wellbeing lifestyle for our employees and their families.
You’ll be able to participate in a variety of 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, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability
Location(s)
Chicago/Aon Center
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority, Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals, plus disabled, 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.
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As the Group Lead for Paper Packaging Procurement, you will play a crucial role in leading and developing the North American Zone Paper Packaging Procurement team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and developing a team of three people across the folding cartons, corrugated, and label packaging categories and a spend of over $600MM. The ideal candidate will have a strong procurement background, leading teams, developing category sourcing strategy, supplier negotiations, supplier relationship management, cost modeling skills, strong stakeholder alignment and influencing skills, and exceptional communication, organizational, and people‑management skills.
This candidate will also possess expertise in ensuring the company’s packaging needs are met while minimizing costs and ensuring the quality of paper packaging materials for our food and beverage products.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Lead, manage, and develop a team of three people, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure individual and team success, and fostering a positive, inclusive, and productive team culture.
Work closely with Global Procurement to ensure alignment on procurement strategies and initiatives.
Collaborate cross‑functionally and with category managers to develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for resin packaging materials, aligning with business objectives and ensuring continuity of supply.
Build and maintain relationships with existing and new suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage performance to ensure quality, delivery, and cost targets.
Drive value for the business through identifying and implementing cost‑saving initiatives such as supplier consolidation, process improvements, improved payment terms, risk mitigation, and innovative packaging solutions.
Mitigate risks associated with resin packaging procurement, including supply chain disruptions, quality issues, tariffs, and substance of interest.
Work closely with cross‑functional teams, including R&D, Operations, and Quality Assurance, to ensure packaging meets product requirements and regulatory standards.
Analyze market trends, supplier performance, and spend data to inform strategic decisions and optimize procurement processes.
Manage inflation, drive productivity, set paper packaging procurement budgets, and ensure alignment with business objectives and financial targets.
Champion Kraft Heinz organizational values and help drive our procurement vision.
Expected Experience & Required Skills
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, finance, business, marketing, or equivalent. MBA and advanced procurement qualifications are preferred.
At least 8+ years of procurement experience, with a minimum of 5‑7 years of direct procurement experience.
Strong business acumen, supplier relationship management, influencing skills, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Results‑oriented, adept at solving complex challenges and dealing with ambiguity; anticipates and adjusts to problems and obstacles.
Creates and manages individual development plans to support career growth and advancement, and provides regular feedback, coaching, and mentoring to team members.
Proven project management and solid analytical, consultative, and diagnostic skills; able to make sound, data‑driven business decisions.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and understanding of source‑to‑pay tools (SAP, Ariba, Workday, etc.).
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage a team of three procurement professionals responsible for paper packaging procurement.
Develop and execute strategic procurement plans for paper packaging materials.
Manage and maintain relationships with 50 suppliers, negotiating contracts, pricing, and terms.
Oversee the management of over 7,000 resource codes, ensuring accuracy and process improvements.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless integration of procurement strategies.
Analyze market trends, industry developments, and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings and innovation.
Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and reports to ensure accurate financial planning.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including sustainability initiatives.
Nice to Have
Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
Certification in procurement, such as CPM or CPSM.
Experience in the food industry or consumer packaged goods.
Knowledge of sustainability and social responsibility initiatives in procurement.
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.
New Hire Base Salary Range:
$137,400.00 - $171,700.00
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 the candidate’s geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
Benefits:
Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and savings 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 wellbeing lifestyle for our employees and their families.
You’ll be able to participate in a variety of 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, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability
Location(s)
Chicago/Aon Center
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority, Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals, plus disabled, 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.
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