Essential Functions & Responsibilities
1. Risk & Resilience Management
Support the development, execution, and continuous improvement of supplier risk and resilience programs across North America.
Monitor supplier, operational, regulatory, financial, and supply continuity risks and provide insights to category and business teams.
Support risk assessment processes, mitigation planning, and crisis response activities when required.
Maintain risk monitoring tools, dashboards, and reporting to enable proactive decision-making.
Partner with category teams and cross-functional stakeholders to identify vulnerabilities and drive mitigation actions.
2. Sustainability & Responsible Sourcing
Support the execution of responsible sourcing, sustainability, supplier inclusion, and ESG initiatives across the Procurement organization.
Coordinate supplier sustainability assessments, data collection activities, and compliance reporting requirements.
Track progress against sustainability commitments, including packaging sustainability, environmental compliance, and responsible sourcing objectives.
Partner with Sustainability, R&D, Legal, and external suppliers to ensure alignment with evolving regulatory and customer requirements.
Support supplier engagement activities related to sustainability performance improvement.
3. Procurement Programs & Governance
Support the deployment and governance of strategic Procurement initiatives and transformation programs.
Coordinate project plans, milestones, governance forums, and stakeholder communications to ensure successful execution.
Maintain Procurement policies, procedures, playbooks, and operating guidelines.
Track key performance indicators (KPIs), program milestones, risks, and action plans.
Prepare executive summaries, presentations, and reporting materials for Procurement leadership.
4. Digital Enablement, Analytics & Continuous Improvement
Leverage procurement systems, reporting tools, automation, and emerging digital technologies to improve transparency and decision-making.
Develop and maintain dashboards, scorecards, and analytics to support risk management, sustainability performance, supplier insights, and program governance.
Ensure data quality, consistency, and governance standards across reporting processes.
Identify process improvement opportunities and support implementation of automation, AI, and digital solutions that enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Translate complex data into actionable insights and recommendations for business stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Sustainability, Engineering, Operational Excellence, Data Analytics, or a related field.
Experience
1-2years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Risk Management, Program Management, Data Analytics, or related business functions.
Experience supporting cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives.
Experience analyzing data and developing business insights to support decision-making.
Exposure to supplier management, sustainability programs, governance processes, or procurement operations preferred.
Technical Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar reporting tools preferred.
Familiarity with source-to-pay systems, supplier management platforms, or procurement technologies.
AI proficiency, including the ability to effectively leverage generative AI and automation tools to enhance productivity, analysis, and decision-making.
Leadership & Behavioral Competencies
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Goodcommunication and stakeholder management capabilities.
Curiosity, continuous improvement mindset, and willingness to challenge the status quo.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution.
Strong business acumen and ability to connect data, risk, and business outcomes
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:
$77,800.00 - $97,300.00
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 saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. 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.
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 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.
The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. While Kraft Heinz is co-headquartered in Chicago and Pittsburgh, our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.
We spark joy around mealtime with our iconic brands, including Kraft, Oscar Mayer, Heinz, Philadelphia, Lunchables, Velveeta, Maxwell House, Capri Sun, Ore-Ida, Kool-Aid, Jell-O, Primal Kitchen, and Classico, among others.
No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 37,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: join our table and let’s make life delicious!
