All posting locations: Amsterdam, , Netherlands, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Job Function: 04 - IT
Date Published: 02-Oct-2023
Ref #: R-73535
Remote, Hybrid or Onsite: Hybrid
Description & Requirements
This role will be the Manufacturing IT lead for KraftHeinz responsible for the strategy- deployment- and ongoing management of manufacturing systems globally. KraftHeinz operates 70+ manufacturing facilities globally and maintains a portfolio of production planning and quality systems. This role will oversee KraftHeinz suite of systems such as: SAP PP- PI- QM- MM- iQS- LIMS- MES. This position will work closely with all internal and external business partners to understand future-state strategies and provide key input and leadership for shaping all systems designs.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead the workstream responsible for the design and deployment of all KraftHeinz manufacturing systems globally including ERP transition from SAP ECC to SAP S/4
- This role includes leadership over a team (3) of systems project leads
- This workstream includes working with internal and external customers to capture business requirements and apply these requirements to systems design and implementation
- Leadership of external contractors responsible for systems project management- implementation and integration
- Provide strategic and tactical guidance to manufacturing leadership on the direction and design of manufacturing systems globally
- Lead joint project team through solution shaping of systems enhancements
- Provide core project management over all aspects of systems implementation such as: blueprinting- financial estimation and tracking- communication- development- testing- training- and hypercare support
- Be the focal point for project issue identification and resolution
- Prepare conversion plan identifying all necessary tasks- dependencies- responsible parties and timeline for successful implementation
- Communicate effectively to all interested parties throughout project lifecycle
Qualifications
- Experience in manufacturing- production planning or information technology related field
- High standard of communication skills expected both oral and written
- High standard of initiative and ability to work through issues expected
- High standard of organization to plan and complete tasks in priority order expected
- Relevant experience in a role on a software implementation project is advantageous
- Relevant experience with SAP S/4 HANA very advantageous. Specifically SAP suit of solutions: PP- PI- QM- MM
- Ability to travel globally
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.
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.