Job Description
About the position
We have an excellent opportunity available for an associate Project Manager to make a difference at Kraft Heinz. The SCD Associate Project Manager role lies within the European Supply Chain and the Mayo & Condiments "Pod". You'll be working in a high performing team, alongside peers always trying to reach the next level. You'll be reporting into Victoria Lyne, Manager SCD. Get ready for a lot of exposure to internal senior stakeholders. The delivery of Mayo & Condiments innovation, ESG, VE and other projects will be your primary responsibility.
In brief, you are responsible for:
- Project management & Portfolio value: Lead and deliver medium and low complexity projects end-to-end. Projects include new product launches, small CAPEX investments, cost savings initiatives and supply chain changes. By delivering Mayo & Condiments projects, you contribute to the "Portfolio value" KPI and Kraft Heinz NSV and EBIT overall.
- Stakeholder Management: Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders, including Head of Pod, peers, BUs, and senior leadership, to gather input, secure buy-in, and drive alignment on project priorities and objectives.
- Supply Chain Representation: Be the voice of Supply Chain in the Mayo & Condiments Pod related topics and ensure all your projects are feasible from an efficient supply chain execution perspective.
- Expert Engagement: Identify opportunities to bring in other SC experts, such as those specializing in demand forecasting, supply management, or engineering, to provide additional support and expertise as needed.
- (SC) Collaboration: Bring together SC, operations and manufacturing stakeholders to facilitate knowledge sharing, collaboration, and support for implementing best practices and driving continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain.
Qualifications
Please kindly note that you need to have an EU Working Permit (Orientation Year Visa not included) in order to proceed for this position.
- Bachelor or Master degree;
- 2-3 years of experience in FMCG, preferably in Supply Chain
- Analytical and strong logical reasoning skills
- Good communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders
- English
- Expert in Excel and Powerpoint
Professional Attributes
- Communication Skills - People are easily be exposed to senior management, no matter their level. Therefore, it's important to have excellent interpersonal skills, to take care of all kinds of different collaborators.
- Ability to Simplify - We like to keep it simple. And to implement fast. Your simplification skills will be highly appreciated, when providing simple solutions dealing with sophisticated challenges.
- Analytical - We're a very data driven company, making it crucial to be able to translate complex data into a simple solution with an analytical approach.
- Curiosity, positivity & passion - You're curious, positive and enthusiastic. People know you as the driver of the team.
- High pressure - You don't get easily stressed by pressure, on the opposite, a fast paced and dynamic environment is what keeps you energized.
What we offer you
- An ambitious employer; we only want the best for you.
- A fast career track like only few other companies can match.
- A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure (above market); at KraftHeinz we strongly believe and live by ownership and meritocracy.
- A hybrid working model; because we believe the future of work is based on a building modern, adaptable, and agile workplace culture. 3 days from our office in Amsterdam and 2 days from home with additional 20 days per year to work from anywhere you want!
- Additional benefits such as Commuting Allowance, Hybrid Work Allowance & Reimbursements, Bicycle & Gym Discount Plan, Employee Assistance Program and Supplemental Health Insurance.
- A wide range of discounts with KraftHeinz's partnerships on fashion, electronics, travels and many more!
- Last and not least; there are always room for new insights: If you have an idea, please let us know, and we can set it in action!
Our Hiring Process
After the application and CV screening, you are invited to complete our Cognitive Assessment and will have an introductory telephone call with the Talent Acquisition Team. If positive, you will interview with:
1. Growth Platform SCD Manager
2. Senior Manager SCD and HRBP
3. All positive? Job offer!
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
About us
Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We're on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.
Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We're proud of where we've been - and even more thrilled about where we're headed - as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.
Why us
We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures - as we work together to lead the future of food.
Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we're growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.
Location(s)
Amsterdam
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.
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What the Team is Saying
What We Do
Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage.
With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every table we touch.
We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.
Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet.
We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.
Why Work With Us
We believe that great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.
Operating in over 20 global markets, across 9 functions, no matter your career goals, we have a seat at the table for you.
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Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
We also believe providing a more flexible and agile model is essential in today’s workplace. A majority of our office-based employees will be able to work remotely for up to two days each week.
