All posting locations: Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Job Function: 05 - Marketing
Date Published: 11-Sep-2023
Ref #: R-69403
Description & Requirements
The Associate Brand Manager- Frozen Meals will work across the frozen meals portfolio with exposure to all of our established brands (Devour- Smart Ones- Benihana- Kraft Kids- Rice Gourmet- & BOCA) in addition to owning go forward strategy for big bet of expanding KMC Deluxe into the frozen set.
This position is best suited for someone who is analytically strong- has a bias for action- and has excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate for this role must be comfortable working both horizontally and vertically across an organization to keep multiple projects and priorities moving forward to achieve agreed upon deadlines and to drive the future of frozen meals at Kraft Heinz.
Key Components of the Role
Collaborate with the Sr. Brand manager to build out long-term brand strategy to “Deluxify” the frozen meals category by expanding KMC Deluxe- directly taking on the massive incumbent (Stouffers) to disrupt the set.
Own key business routines: Demand forecasting to guide production and financial planning- management of annual marketing budget- & collaboration with operations team to ensure best in class service to our customers.
Lead cross functional team across various commercial initiatives such as innovation- packaging updates- and promotion planning/analysis.
Partner with sales to own relationships with our grocery & growth customers.
Build and execute omni support plans in collaboration with shopper marketing team.
Own analysis of syndicated data sources to understand own & competitor business performance- bringing forth insights and action plans to drive key metrics (e.g. velocities- market share- etc).
Qualifications
Experience in marketing for an established or startup CPG company
Operates with a sense of urgency and comfort in ambiguity
Strong leadership and drive for results
Strong communication skills
Strategic capability and experience in marketing plan development; situation assessment- strategy- and tactical plan development
Experience in cross-functional team management
Ability to handle simultaneous projects and deliver on timelines
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.
Office Collaboration & Hybrid Work Environment
We believe our office environment fuels our collaboration, connection & community as an organization and allows our employees to grow toward greatness. 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. Additionally, employees who are subject to this hybrid model will be eligible to work from anywhere for up to six weeks in a rolling 12-month period (in maximum two-week increments and according to benefits and tax guidelines). Some jobs may be required to be performed fully in office depending on the role’s responsibilities and requirements.
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. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact NATAI@kraftheinz.com.