Sr. Analyst, Materials Planning

Job Description

The Materials Planner is responsible for ensuring the continuity of supply of raw and packaging materials to production facilities. Develops and manages replenishment strategies for assigned materials. Optimizes the balance between supply availability, inventory investment and risk of obsolescence. Works cross‑functionally with Marketing, Procurement, R&D, Suppliers, Quality, Plants, Product Change Managers, and Finance on commercialization and productivity change management initiatives to ensure on‑time materials availability and cost‑minimizing transitions.

Leads and collaborates with plants on inventory reduction initiatives by leveraging SAP and supplier capabilities to align with BU manufacturing strategy.

• Executes replenishment strategies for assigned materials while optimizing the balance between supply availability and inventory investment.
• Works cross‑functionally with Marketing, Procurement, R&D, Suppliers, Quality, Plants, Product Change Managers, and Finance on commercialization and productivity change management initiatives to ensure on‑time materials availability and cost‑minimizing transitions.
• Supports inventory reduction initiatives entailing optimization of SAP MRP parameters, total supply chain process improvement, and application of lean principles.
• Drives to minimize cost impacts due to unneeded excess inventory through transfer to other Kraft Heinz locations, return to supplier or salvage sale.
• Manages day‑to‑day supply disruptions to quickly & efficiently find solves while determining root cause & implementing corrective actions.
• Provides input to Procurement on projected volumes, business changes, supplier performance, and contractual needs so that Procurement can write contracts that serve the BUs and minimize total cost.
• Determines supplier capacity constraints and executes appropriate contingency plans to maintain supply when capacity is exceeded.

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

• Strong working knowledge of Excel.
• SAP experience a plus.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and computer skills.
• Drive for results.
• Strong influencing skills.
• Total supply chain perspective.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

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: $89,800.00 - $

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.

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 – 401(k), Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

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  for assistance.