About the position
We have an excellent opportunity available for an experienced Sustainability, Environment & Partnerships Manager to make a difference at Kraft Heinz. The Sustainability, Environment & Partnerships Manager lies within the EPDM business unit. You’ll be working in a high performing team, alongside peers always trying to reach the next level. You’ll be reporting into Celia Bornibus, Head of Sustainability EPDM. Get ready for a lot of exposure to internal senior stakeholders. The delivery of Environment & Partnerships will be your primary responsibility. You’re constantly looking for improvement activities within EPDM.
In brief, you are responsible for:
· Lead Environment Pillar for EPDM o Lead Environment activities & commitments for EPDM (Net Zero, Deforestation, Climate & Nature, Regenerative Agriculture).
o Support global activities around regulatory requirements (e.g. CSRD) and FLAG requirements and drive them in the zone o Implement Global ESG strategy for the zone, for each Environment pillars:
§ Define zone priorities: Establish a comprehensive program plan and make recommendations which support overall value creation and delivery of the Kraft Heinz ESG strategy and EPDM zone priorities (Scope 3 as the main priority)
§ Define projects’ pipeline & timeline: developing partnerships with key suppliers & EMs but also with Global SMEs.
§ Define ways of working and cross-functional teams (Operations, Procurement, Growth): Coordinate and across teams in the delivery of relevant ESG commitments and objectives related to Planet.
§ Lead implementation: Deliver results, taking responsibility for changing management relating to the ESG strategy.
o Enable Sourcing teams to drive initiatives within their categories which advance the Kraft Heinz ESG Objectives.
o Determine strategy translation and requirements for our Environmental commitments into business actions and project plans.
o Ket stakeholders to be advised and coordinated: Growth, Operations, Procurement.
· Key Enabler: Lead strategic external partnerships
o Deliver zone sustainability partnerships in line with the global strategy cross the whole Value Chain
o Understand zone needs and priorities for partnerships: Interact and collaborate with leaders within the zone
o Identify and propose partnerships aligned to material topics and commitments
o Map out specific initiatives with top suppliers, EMs but also peers, MNCs, etc.
o Drive relationship for new partnerships (peers, NGOs, MNCs, joint ventures)
o Support relationship for existing partnerships (suppliers and EMs)
o Find new initiatives, scale initiatives, optimize costs
· Facilitate quarterly performance management updates across relevant Sustainability KPI’s
Qualifications
Please kindly note that you need to have an EU Working Permit (Orientation Year Visa not included) in order to proceed for this position.
· Education in Master degree level in a relevant field of environment, sustainability, ESG.
· At least 6 years of working experience in an international company, project management, innovation and co-creation roles involving cross-functional senior. stakeholder management or strategy/sustainability consulting roles. Supply chain experiences are a plus.
· Professional fluency in English with strong written, verbal and listening skills is a must; other languages is a plus.
· Strong analytical, planning, and stakeholder management skills.
· IT Skills & Knowledge Advanced user of MS Office.
Professional Attributes
· Communication Skills - People are easily be exposed to senior management, no matter their level. Therefore, it’s important to have excellent interpersonal skills, to take care of all kinds of different collaborators.
· Result driven - You don’t only focus on your own results, but always do what’s best for the company.
· Project management skills - Time management has no secrets for you. You’re organized, structured and always have an overview of all the deliverables. You know how to bring multiple projects to a successful ending within the given timeframe.
· Networking skills - You’re able to be interesting and interested in business conversations, motivating people to want to be in your network. The stronger the network you have, the more easily you can get things done. You, highly aware of that, are constantly expending your network.
· Team player - Achieving results is nice, but achieving results with the team is simply the best. Being a standout colleague means you’re sometimes a leader, sometimes a follower but always working towards the same common goal together with your teammates.
What we offer you
· An ambitious employer; we only want the best for you.
· A fast career track like only few other companies can match.
· A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure (above market); at KraftHeinz we strongly believe and live by ownership and meritocracy.
· A hybrid working model; because we believe the future of work is based on a building modern, adaptable, and agile workplace culture. 3 days from our office in Amsterdam and 2 days from home with additional 20 days per year to work from anywhere you want!
· Additional benefits such as Commuting Allowance, Hybrid Work Allowance & Reimbursements, Bicycle & Gym Discount Plan, Employee Assistance Program and Supplemental Health Insurance.
· A wide range of discounts with KraftHeinz’s partnerships on fashion, electronics, travels and many more!
· Last and not least; there are always room for new insights: If you have an idea, please let us know, and we can set it in action!
Amsterdam
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes
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!
