About the Role
Job Description
About the position
We have an excellent opportunity available for an experienced Procurement Finance to make a difference at Kraft Heinz. The Procurement Finance Lead lies within the European business unit, Western Europe. You’ll be working in a high performing team, alongside peers always trying to reach the next level. You’ll be reporting on the Senior Director Central Finance EPDM. Get ready for a lot of exposure to internal senior stakeholders.
In brief, you are responsible for:
- Owner of the financials (actuals & forecast) for Western Europe Procurement. End-to-end ownership from the routines to the accuracy & analysis of the financials.
- Partner with the Head of Procurement and her team on the financials and the sourcing strategy of the European business.
- Lead the Annual Budget Process and 3-10Y Strategic Plan for West Procurement. This involves stakeholders from Risk Management and Procurement to Commercial business units.
- Drive Payables performance with the Procurement team by ensuring accurate reporting of WAPT (Weighted Average Payment Term) and drive payment terms extensions plans.
- Responsible for Enablement team, in charge of (1) maintaining SAP system with correct contract prices, (2) lead contract coverage reporting with Procurement team and (3) price variances resolution to reduce blocked invoices.
- Drive improvements in terms of capabilities (e.g., Cost Models, Project Ace) and processes to enhance forecast accuracy and visibility of key portfolios to Commercial BUs.
- Manage a team of 9 FTEs and one dotted line report in the Accounting team (Procurement West Controller).
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.
- Educational Background: Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain & related subjects.
- 8 + years of relevant work experience
- Industry Experience: FMCG prefferably
- Languages: English
- IT Skills & Knowledge: Tableau or Power BI / Core accounting principles and SAP
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.
- High pressure – You don’t get easily stressed by pressure, on the opposite, a fast paced and dynamic environment is what keeps you energized.
- Team player – Achieving results is nice, but achieving results with the team is simply the best. Being a standout colleague means you’re sometimes a leader, sometimes a follower but always working towards the same common goal together with your teammates.
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. Senior Director Central Finance and HR Business Partner
2. Head of Finance and Cross Functional Interviewer
3. Financial Controller EPDM
4. 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.
About Us
Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. Our emerging and iconic food and beverage brands deliver the best taste, fun, and quality to every table we touch. Worldwide.
We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. Consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress. As we drive innovation company-wide.
Our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We believe in being good humans — 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.
