Lead supply chain planning initiatives, improve network performance, manage projects, and drive data-driven recommendations across operations functions.
Job Description
The Manager, Network Planning is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and driven individual to be a part of the journey and help influence Kraft Heinz in its transformation goals. The individual will work on a team to design best-in-class end-to-end supply chain strategies for Kraft Heinz North America. This highly motivated individual will lead and support strategic decision-making by providing analysis and insights to leadership and identify critical projects and routines to improve network performance and costs. This is a key role in driving supply chain results for the business. The individual will identify and act on inefficiencies and build cross functional collaboration initiatives across the operations functions.
What's on the Menu:
Primary Responsibilities • Drive end-to-end cycles of supply chain planning initiatives including but not limited to data management, warehouse management, transportation management and budget management
• Perform analytical reviews/validation of network flows to drive short to midterm efficiency
• Design distribution and risk mitigation strategies for the business to deliver cost savings
• Own routines, develop, track and drive results for Key Performance Indicators
• Influence teams based on data-driven recommendations
• Manage projects through execution
• Build and manage cross-functional relationships
• Serve as center of excellence for network knowledge and recommendations
Recipe for Success:
Qualifications • Critical thinking and strong analytics skills
• Highly motivated, curious, and well-organized individual
• Quick learner and ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment with multiple projects
• Full-time experience in the field of supply chain or network planning /forecasting/inventory management/operations
• Experience with tools such as Tableau, Alteryx, SQL Server, Python, Llamasoft is a plus
• Degree in Engineering/Operations Research/Supply Chain Management/Business Analytics
• Bachelor's degree + 5 years of experience
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:
$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.
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.
The Manager, Network Planning is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and driven individual to be a part of the journey and help influence Kraft Heinz in its transformation goals. The individual will work on a team to design best-in-class end-to-end supply chain strategies for Kraft Heinz North America. This highly motivated individual will lead and support strategic decision-making by providing analysis and insights to leadership and identify critical projects and routines to improve network performance and costs. This is a key role in driving supply chain results for the business. The individual will identify and act on inefficiencies and build cross functional collaboration initiatives across the operations functions.
What's on the Menu:
Primary Responsibilities • Drive end-to-end cycles of supply chain planning initiatives including but not limited to data management, warehouse management, transportation management and budget management
• Perform analytical reviews/validation of network flows to drive short to midterm efficiency
• Design distribution and risk mitigation strategies for the business to deliver cost savings
• Own routines, develop, track and drive results for Key Performance Indicators
• Influence teams based on data-driven recommendations
• Manage projects through execution
• Build and manage cross-functional relationships
• Serve as center of excellence for network knowledge and recommendations
Recipe for Success:
Qualifications • Critical thinking and strong analytics skills
• Highly motivated, curious, and well-organized individual
• Quick learner and ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment with multiple projects
• Full-time experience in the field of supply chain or network planning /forecasting/inventory management/operations
• Experience with tools such as Tableau, Alteryx, SQL Server, Python, Llamasoft is a plus
• Degree in Engineering/Operations Research/Supply Chain Management/Business Analytics
• Bachelor's degree + 5 years of experience
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:
$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.
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
Alteryx
Llamasoft
Python
SQL Server
Tableau
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