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Sr. Manager, Procurement - Repack

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Kraft Heinz Company
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-15
Job specializations:
  • Business
    Business Management, Business Analyst, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Operations Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
As the Senior Manager, External Manufacturing Procurement - Repack, you will lead the category strategy and sourcing execution of Kraft Heinz's North American Repack network. This business-critical role partners cross functionally across Supply Chain, Marketing, Sales, Finance and R&D to drive transformation initiatives to future proof NA repack footprint for growth and end to end efficiencies.Job Description

Primary Responsibilities
  • Lead a complex, multi-category Repack portfolio supporting 40+ product categories across ambient, refrigerated, and frozen networks.
  • Own Repack strategy across the North America Zone, including make-versus-buy assessments, network design, and footprint optimization to support value creation, supply continuity, manufacturing flexibility, and long-term network transformation.
  • Advance governance of the Repack project portfolio and pipeline, balancing growth, service, capacity, and cost objectives while driving cross-functional alignment, prioritization, and execution.
  • Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, R&D, Quality, Finance, Marketing, and Sales to develop and execute category strategies that support a fit-for-purpose network footprint.
  • Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives, including market intelligence, supplier segmentation, competitive sourcing events, negotiations, and execution, to deliver sustainable value and competitive advantage.
  • Serve as the North America Zone lead for supplier relationship management.
  • Foster collaboration between Kraft Heinz and external partners to unlock growth, optimize cost, drive operational excellence and manage additional responsibilities as assigned.
  • Lead supplier governance and business review routines to drive performance accountability, continuous improvement, proactive issue resolution, and sustained business results.
  • Lead complex negotiations and contract management efforts to optimize total value across cost, quality, service, innovation, risk mitigation, and business continuity.
  • Own category financial performance, including Annual Operating Plan development, forecasting, budget management, and productivity delivery.
  • Advance Total Cost of Ownership through value engineering, process simplification, and network transformation initiatives.
Expected Experience & Required Skills
  • Bachelor's degree required (preferably in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field).
  • 7-10+ years of Procurement, Supply Chain, or Operations experience with a track record of delivering business results.
  • Knowledge of food and beverage supply chains, including manufacturing (internal/external), sourcing, logistics, and supplier network management.
  • Thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments; adaptable and resilient through change; acts with ownership, curiosity, and urgency to challenge the status quo and deliver results.
  • Risk sensing and scenario planning capability, able to anticipate issues, evaluate alternatives, and build practical paths forward.
  • Proven ability to develop and lead strategic supplier partnerships, driving performance, innovation, risk management, and long-term value across complex supply networks.
  • Experience negotiating, structuring, and managing supplier contracts and governance frameworks that balance value, risk, and business continuity.
  • Strong financial acumen, including forecasting, budgeting, cost management, productivity initiatives, and delivering measurable bottom-line impact/TCO improvements.
  • Proven process orientation and continuous improvement mindset; experience implementing simplification and operational excellence initiatives to improve efficiency, scalability, and performance.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead complex cross-functional initiatives/projects from strategy through execution; strong prioritization and decision-making across competing demands.
  • Exceptional stakeholder management and influence skills, collaborating across functions and leadership levels; capable change leader who drives adoption from concept to execution.
  • Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication capabilities, including advanced storytelling/presentation skills to translate complex topics for varied audiences.
  • Digital and analytical proficiency: advanced Microsoft Office; experience with procurement platforms (e.g., SAP, Ariba, contract lifecycle management tools); basic BI tools knowledge (Tableau, Power BI); curiosity and literacy in AI applications for insights and decision-making.
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:
$ - $

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

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