Job Description

About Us

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. 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. 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 39,000+ 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!

Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy and Collaboration

We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level – from entry-level intern to senior leader – to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners – to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz – which we apply to every situation, every day. As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You’re expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level – and you’ll be rewarded. You’re given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won’t do it alone. You’re supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.

General information

All posting locations: Don Mills, Ontario, Canada Job Function: 06 - Manufacturing Department: 06 - 03 - Continuous Improvement & Supply Chain Projects Date Published: 17-Aug-2022 Job Type: Regular

Description & Requirements

The Manager- Supply Chain Development will be assigned to a specific product category- and will work closely with marketing- manufacturing- procurement and R&D teams to deliver critical Supply Chain priorities within that category:

• Innovation—Work with manufacturing- R&D- marketing- R&D and procurement to provide Integrated Supply Chain solutions to deliver new product innovations. This will involve sourcing strategy- product development- and commercialization
• Capital—Work closely with plant engineering teams to identify and implement capital engineering projects to deliver innovation- productivity and growth. Manage the overall capital budget within the product category
• Sourcing Strategy—Ensure appropriate product sourcing solutions (internal and external) are in place to deliver innovation and growth agenda within the product category. This will involve working with internal plants as well as current and future external manufacturers- and analysis to make sourcing decisions
• External Manufacturing (co-pack)—Develop and implement strategy to deliver growth and innovation within the product category. Manage the day-to-day relationship with External Manufacturers ensuring output- delivery- and productivity metrics are met- closely engaging with Procurement team to ensure contractual commitments are delivered. Manage SAP transactions and information flow to EM’s. Coordinate with field quality to ensure quality policies are met

Qualifications:

• University degree in Business- Engineering or food science
• 6 plus years of experience in Manufacturing or Research and Development- Food or Consumer Goods industry experience would be considered an asset
• Proven Project management experience- minimum 3 years
• Experience and knowledge of Lean Six Sigma tools and Continuous Improvement methodology
• Strong people management skills- managerial experience as we as leading without direct influence
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills- working cross functionally across the business
• Superior analytical and conceptual skills
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills and exposure to senior management

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 HRCompliance@kraftheinz.com for assistance.