Kraft Heinz
Associate Brand Manager, Marketing Innovation
Kraft Heinz, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Associate Brand Manager, Marketing Innovation
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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, 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.
Key Components of the Role
Lead the ideation, development and execution of new products for assigned brands
Leverage syndicated data sources to understand own and competitor category performance, bringing forth insights and recommendations that drive business impact
Develop product concepts, prototypes, and formulations in collaboration with R&D and culinary teams
Manage the product commercialization process and lead cross‑functional teams (including R&D, Marketing, Culinary, CIS, Supply chain, Sales & Finance) ensuring timely, on‑budget and successful project completion
Manage agency relationships for packaging design of new products, and lead validation with consumers in partnership with the consumer insights team
Maintain a compelling business case for each innovation to support success throughout the Stage Gate process
Contribute to the Masterbrand innovation strategy and 3‑year pipeline by identifying trends, consumer jobs to be done and innovation territories that align with our Masterbrand strategy and point‑of‑difference
Partner with the Marketing & Sales teams to develop compelling product launch plans, product positioning, packaging, and promotional strategies and customer & sales presentations
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree (or advanced degree) in Business, Marketing, or related field
3 to 5 years of experience (prior experience in marketing or product innovation, especially CPG, preferred)
Strong project management skills with ability to successfully handle multiple projects simultaneously and deliver on timelines (experience in cross‑functional team management preferred)
Outstanding verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills
Creative thinker with strong analytical skills and business acumen
Operates with a sense of urgency and agility
Strong leadership and results driven
Passion for food and flavor innovation
Growth mindset and consumer obsessed
New Hire Base Salary Range $102,100.00 - $127,600.00
Bonus This position is eligible for a performance‑based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
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 Chicago/Aon Center
Equal Opportunity Employer 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.
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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, 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.
Key Components of the Role
Lead the ideation, development and execution of new products for assigned brands
Leverage syndicated data sources to understand own and competitor category performance, bringing forth insights and recommendations that drive business impact
Develop product concepts, prototypes, and formulations in collaboration with R&D and culinary teams
Manage the product commercialization process and lead cross‑functional teams (including R&D, Marketing, Culinary, CIS, Supply chain, Sales & Finance) ensuring timely, on‑budget and successful project completion
Manage agency relationships for packaging design of new products, and lead validation with consumers in partnership with the consumer insights team
Maintain a compelling business case for each innovation to support success throughout the Stage Gate process
Contribute to the Masterbrand innovation strategy and 3‑year pipeline by identifying trends, consumer jobs to be done and innovation territories that align with our Masterbrand strategy and point‑of‑difference
Partner with the Marketing & Sales teams to develop compelling product launch plans, product positioning, packaging, and promotional strategies and customer & sales presentations
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree (or advanced degree) in Business, Marketing, or related field
3 to 5 years of experience (prior experience in marketing or product innovation, especially CPG, preferred)
Strong project management skills with ability to successfully handle multiple projects simultaneously and deliver on timelines (experience in cross‑functional team management preferred)
Outstanding verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills
Creative thinker with strong analytical skills and business acumen
Operates with a sense of urgency and agility
Strong leadership and results driven
Passion for food and flavor innovation
Growth mindset and consumer obsessed
New Hire Base Salary Range $102,100.00 - $127,600.00
Bonus This position is eligible for a performance‑based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
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 Chicago/Aon Center
Equal Opportunity Employer 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.
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