Brand Manager, Marketing

Overview

Hiring across different categories for multiple premium KHC brands.

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. Our brands are produced and marketed in over 40 countries and include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, beverages, coffee, and other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.

We are committed to sustainable growth and responsible practices, and we partner with Rise Against Hunger to help provide meals to those in need.

We value ownership, meritocracy and collaboration. We empower our people to own their work, think like Owners, and drive sustained success. We support growth and achievement, encourage authentic leadership, and foster a collaborative environment that fuels progress.

The Brand Manager, Marketing – Base will help drive demand, shape long-term strategy, and develop and execute marketing plans. They define the business’s product mix, pricing, packaging, trade merchandising, advertising and promotion strategies, and allocate the budget accordingly. They execute marketing initiatives in support of long-term strategies with support from the business unit team. They are accountable for delivering profit, volume and market share objectives and assist the business unit team on assigned business in all aspects of the P&L.

• Create consumer and customer demand for the assigned business and define the long-term strategy
• Execute marketing initiatives supporting long-term strategies through managing the cross-functional team
• Determine the appropriate product mix, pricing, packaging, trade merchandising, advertising and promotion strategies and allocate the budget accordingly
• Own the P&L for the respective business and be accountable for delivering profit, volume, and market share objectives
• Manage cross-functional commercialization team to deliver innovation and renovation, including quality improvements, packaging updates, cost reductions and new item launches
• Lead negotiations on new product opportunities or developments within set time-scales and budgets
• Provide field sales tools, materials, and training on brand/product introductions or enhancements, as well as new marketing/sales campaigns, to achieve sales targets
• Oversee analysis and reporting of performance across KPIs
• Coach, develop, and motivate junior team members to own specific processes, targets, and deliverables

• Prior experience managing a P&L required
• Experience with syndicated sources such as Nielsen or Circana/IRI required
• Ability to influence management, lead cross-functional teams, handle simultaneous projects, and work through others

Our Total Rewards philosophy provides a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz values.

New Hire Base Salary Range: $ - $

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 geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

Benefits: Coverage for employees and eligible dependents through healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, with plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Benefits details are defined by the applicable plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that support physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being. Benefits and programs may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other factors.

• Physical – Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social – PTO, Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial – 401k, Life, Disability

Chicago/Aon Center

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups, Women, Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity, and other protected classes. Applicants requiring accommodation in the job application process may contact  for assistance.