Kraft Heinz

Sr Manager, Data Scientist

Kraft Heinz  •  Bengaluru, IN (Onsite)  •  9 days ago
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Job Description

Job Summary:

The Sr. Manager, Data Science - Operations serves as the strategic and technical leader responsible for driving data science, AI, optimization, and advanced analytics initiatives across Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Demand Planning, and Product Formulation functions. This role partners closely with business and technology leaders to identify opportunities, develop scalable analytical solutions, and translate complex business challenges into measurable operational and financial outcomes. Success in this role is demonstrated through delivering enterprise-wide value, accelerating data-driven decision making, and advancing Kraft Heinz's digital transformation agenda.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the identification, prioritization, and execution of advanced analytics, machine learning, optimization, and AI initiatives across Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Demand Planning, and Formulation functions.
  • Partner with business stakeholders and operational leaders to understand strategic objectives, define analytical roadmaps, and translate business requirements into scalable data science solutions.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to Data Scientists, Data Engineers, Analytics professionals, and cross-functional project teams without direct people management responsibilities.
  • Communicate analytical insights, recommendations, business cases, and project outcomes to senior leadership and executive stakeholders using clear, concise, and business-friendly language.
  • Design and oversee development of predictive, prescriptive, and optimization models that improve operational efficiency, forecasting accuracy, inventory management, production planning, and product development processes.
  • Champion best practices in data science, AI, model governance, experimentation, and responsible AI across the organization.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies, industry trends, and innovative analytical approaches to continuously improve business capabilities and competitive advantage.

Requirements:

  • Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or Statistics
  • Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in Data Science, Analytics, Operations Research, Machine Learning, or Advanced Analytics
  • Demonstrated experience supporting Manufacturing, Digital Twin, Supply Chain, Demand Planning, Production Planning, Inventory Optimization, Procurement, or Product Formulation functions
  • Proven track record delivering business value through predictive analytics, optimization, simulation, statistical modeling, and AI solutions.
  • Experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives involving business stakeholders, technology teams, and executive leadership.
  • Experience translating ambiguous business challenges into analytical frameworks and actionable recommendations.
  • Preferred experience in Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG), Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Operations environments.
  • Experience with cloud-based analytical platforms and modern data ecosystems.

Location(s)

Bengaluru - Brookfield GCC

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.

Kraft Heinz

About Kraft Heinz

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!

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Year Founded
2015
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