The Lead, Supplier Diversity will manage and execute the Supplier Inclusion Program, engage with diverse suppliers, and collaborate with procurement teams to enhance supplier inclusivity and relationships across the organization.
Job Description
As the Group Lead, Supplier Diversity, you will be responsible for bringing our value of We Demand Diversity to life through our supplier inclusion program, including the design & development of all aspects of the program, such as identification and engagement related to diverse suppliers and agencies. The role closely partners and collaborates with all areas of our North American Procurement team to support our supplier inclusion efforts. You will be engaging and building relationships with suppliers, businesses, community leaders, and internal stakeholders to develop a pipeline of opportunities within our suppliers and agency network. A background in supplier diversity, strategic sourcing, and a foundational knowledge of end-to-end procure-to-pay processes will be critical to your success.
What's on the menu:
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
• Responsible for the ongoing development, management, execution of the KHC NA Procurement Supplier Inclusion Program, including aligning and integrating program objectives with the company's core values.
• Prepare and be accountable for the execution of our supplier inclusion strategies in support of the company's strategic and annual business plans.
• Provide guidance and support to category teams and leadership responsible for supplier inclusion efforts to ensure appropriate purchasing decisions.
• Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with a diverse group of supplier organizations by identifying mutually beneficial opportunities to increase engagement and foster connections.
• Determine best ways to mentor and develop existing diverse suppliers and agencies.
• Partner with the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) for the North American Zone, sourcing category leads, strategic suppliers, and business leaders to increase visibility of the supplier inclusion program.
• Champion and facilitate supplier inclusion activities in sourcing, throughout the organization and externally, including developing and sharing supplier inclusion educational materials and educating stakeholders on program initiatives.
• Increase overall business engagement and advocacy in the Supplier Inclusion agenda by building relationships with and partnering with senior business leaders, including those in Finance, Business Units, Legal, Compliance, and others.
• Collaborate with finance, legal, and digital procurement to develop workflows and systems that facilitate data analysis, recommendations, and informed procurement decisions.
Recipe for Success:
Expected Experience & Required Skills
• Hold a bachelor's in business, supply chain, finance, related field or possess a combination of equivalent education and experience.
• Have 7 to 10 years of procurement, supply chain, or related experience. A background in supplier diversity, strategic sourcing, and a foundational knowledge of end-to-end procure-to-pay processes is highly desirable.
• Established relationships in the supplier diversity community and involvement with national or local chapters of major diversity organizations highly desirable.
• Strong analytical, written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Effective collaborator with ability to grow relationships and influence key stakeholders and work effectively across all levels within the organization.
• Ability to influence and coach without direct accountability, supporting NA Procurement teams to achieve results, and possess excellent relationship management and communication skills.
• Displays high levels of energy and commitment; is relentless in the pursuit of goals in an environment of complexity, diversity, and ambiguity.
• Advanced change management skills with an eagerness to learn and develop further.
• Advanced user of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and have technological understanding for source-to-pay tools.
Work Environment & Schedule
This position is considered a Normal office environment with moderate travel to customer locations, stores, manufacturing facilities, etc.; offices are open workspaces Additionally, this role requires the incumbent to be in the office during Procurement core days/hours, i.e., Tuesday and Wednesday from 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. The incumbent may flex one other day in the office, i.e., Monday, Thursday, or Friday.
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:
$137,400.00 - $171,700.00
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
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:
Location(s)
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 [email protected] for assistance.
As the Group Lead, Supplier Diversity, you will be responsible for bringing our value of We Demand Diversity to life through our supplier inclusion program, including the design & development of all aspects of the program, such as identification and engagement related to diverse suppliers and agencies. The role closely partners and collaborates with all areas of our North American Procurement team to support our supplier inclusion efforts. You will be engaging and building relationships with suppliers, businesses, community leaders, and internal stakeholders to develop a pipeline of opportunities within our suppliers and agency network. A background in supplier diversity, strategic sourcing, and a foundational knowledge of end-to-end procure-to-pay processes will be critical to your success.
What's on the menu:
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
• Responsible for the ongoing development, management, execution of the KHC NA Procurement Supplier Inclusion Program, including aligning and integrating program objectives with the company's core values.
• Prepare and be accountable for the execution of our supplier inclusion strategies in support of the company's strategic and annual business plans.
• Provide guidance and support to category teams and leadership responsible for supplier inclusion efforts to ensure appropriate purchasing decisions.
• Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with a diverse group of supplier organizations by identifying mutually beneficial opportunities to increase engagement and foster connections.
• Determine best ways to mentor and develop existing diverse suppliers and agencies.
• Partner with the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) for the North American Zone, sourcing category leads, strategic suppliers, and business leaders to increase visibility of the supplier inclusion program.
• Champion and facilitate supplier inclusion activities in sourcing, throughout the organization and externally, including developing and sharing supplier inclusion educational materials and educating stakeholders on program initiatives.
• Increase overall business engagement and advocacy in the Supplier Inclusion agenda by building relationships with and partnering with senior business leaders, including those in Finance, Business Units, Legal, Compliance, and others.
• Collaborate with finance, legal, and digital procurement to develop workflows and systems that facilitate data analysis, recommendations, and informed procurement decisions.
Recipe for Success:
Expected Experience & Required Skills
• Hold a bachelor's in business, supply chain, finance, related field or possess a combination of equivalent education and experience.
• Have 7 to 10 years of procurement, supply chain, or related experience. A background in supplier diversity, strategic sourcing, and a foundational knowledge of end-to-end procure-to-pay processes is highly desirable.
• Established relationships in the supplier diversity community and involvement with national or local chapters of major diversity organizations highly desirable.
• Strong analytical, written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Effective collaborator with ability to grow relationships and influence key stakeholders and work effectively across all levels within the organization.
• Ability to influence and coach without direct accountability, supporting NA Procurement teams to achieve results, and possess excellent relationship management and communication skills.
• Displays high levels of energy and commitment; is relentless in the pursuit of goals in an environment of complexity, diversity, and ambiguity.
• Advanced change management skills with an eagerness to learn and develop further.
• Advanced user of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and have technological understanding for source-to-pay tools.
Work Environment & Schedule
This position is considered a Normal office environment with moderate travel to customer locations, stores, manufacturing facilities, etc.; offices are open workspaces Additionally, this role requires the incumbent to be in the office during Procurement core days/hours, i.e., Tuesday and Wednesday from 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. The incumbent may flex one other day in the office, i.e., Monday, Thursday, or Friday.
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:
$137,400.00 - $171,700.00
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
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(s)
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 [email protected] for assistance.
Top Skills
Ms Office Suite
Source-To-Pay Tools
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