Senior Data Scientist

  • All Posting Locations: Chicago, IL, US
  • Job Functions: HR
  • Date Published: July 11, 2025
  • Ref#: R-94571

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About the Role

Job Description

Here at Kraft Heinz, we grow our people to grow our business, because we believe that great people make great companies. When you join our table, you can expect access to an array of holistic wellness benefits* and perks, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 7% 401(k) matching, Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to help foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all employees, an industry-leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus.

*Benefits begin immediately upon hire for salaried employees.

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What's on the menu?

Lead the design and implementation of enterprise-level analytic initiatives, unlocking people-related insights that drive business outcomes. This role collaborates closely with senior leaders and cross functional teams, to harness the power of data, tackling complex human capital challenges and uncovering opportunities for growth.

Specific duties include the following:

  • Use platforms, programming, and systems to establish single-source data to be leveraged across the business to support insights and improved decision making.
  • Effectively communicate data-driven findings and recommendations to diverse audiences through compelling storytelling, translating data science and analytics into practical solutions that drive employee engagement, retention and productivity. Extract actionable insights and recommendations for people & performance teams from vast datasets using advanced analytical problem-solving techniques, such as machine learning and predictive modeling, to support business strategy, talent management, talent acquisition, rewards, and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
  • Simultaneously manage multiple projects in people analytics domain, including organization-al change initiatives and impact assessments.
  • Collaborate with senior leaders to understand their business challenges and develop tailored solutions leveraging experiments, analytics, and statistical expertise. Foster a collaborative network of diverse stake-holders across the organization, providing expertise and education on cutting-edge analytic approaches, such as machine learning and natural language processing, to promote data-driven people insights and enhance digital proficiency within the People & Performance function, enabling a culture of data-informed decision-making.
  • Unlock power of complex data to inform strategic business decisions and drive sustainable competitive advantage.
  • Lead and nurture existing partnerships to advance people analytics initiatives, working closely with various vendors to drive success.
  • Lead the development of machine learning models that predict outcomes, forecast trends, identify potential risks, and uncover opportunities for growth enabling a proactive approach to decision-making.
  • Through experimentation and innovation, un-lock the potential of Artificial Intelligence-driven decision-making, transforming the way to tackle complex challenges and uncover new opportunities for success.
  • Manage third party vendor teams, working with geographically distributed teams and business stakeholders with effective communication.

Recipe for Success: Apply now if this sounds like you!

  • Master’s Degree (or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Analytics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field, and at least five (5) years of experience in data analytics, business intelligence, data engineering, or a directly related role.
  • Previous employment must include some experience with:
  • Using machine learning algorithms and techniques to develop predictive models that inform decision-making processes;
  • Performing data analysis, modeling, and visualization using Python, R, Tableau, and SQL to extract insights and present findings;
  • Cloud-based data platforms (Snowflake or Azure) for cloud-based data storage and processing;
  • Analyzing historical Human Resources data to identify trends, patterns, and seasonality in workforce metrics;
  • Developing forecasting models to predict future workforce needs and trends;
  • Managing data quality, integrity, and accuracy across Human Resources systems and databases;
  • Designing and developing interactive dashboards, reports, and visualizations to communicate Human Resources metrics and KPIs.

JOB SITE:     AON Center, 200 E. Randolph St., FL 76, Chicago, IL 60601

New Hire Base Salary Range:

$138,715 – $148,000

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.

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 NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.

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The
Builders

Our Digital team empowers every aspect of our business.

Discovering what’s next in food using Python, Azure ML and Alteryx. Building and designing apps. Improving our supply chain.

We’re bringing agility to beloved brands across the globe — making life delicious for our customers and communities, today and tomorrow.

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In Human Resources, we’re finding and developing great talent to continue our legacy. We’re here for every colleague, for their performance and their wellbeing.

Together, we’re helping everyone to grow their own way.

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Makers

Our Manufacturing team is a fully-integrated end-to-end supply chain. We’re the backbone of Kraft Heinz. The people behind the products, delivering the highest quality and value.

Whether you’re a seasoned manufacturing veteran or new to the world of plants, there’s tons of opportunity for career growth and development.

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The
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Our Marketing team are the voice of our consumers. Connecting the right people, to the right products, with the right messages and campaigns.

We’re the architects of category growth, making sure our brands are front and center — winning the battle for attention in the minds of people everywhere.

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Our Research and Development team creates high-quality products that push the boundaries of what’s possible. Innovation is what gets us up in the morning!

Whether you want to develop your technical skills or grow as a people manager, there’s a place for you here to advance your career.

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Our Sales team drives multibillion dollar distribution strategies. And we do this across channels and across the whole world!

We thrive wherever consumers can meet iconic and innovative brands — in retail, on-trade, and B2B. We’re the closest people to our customers, getting our products to the right people, in the right places.

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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.

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 iconic and nostalgic brands.

Good isn’t good enough. We choose greatness every day by making bold decisions and challenging what’s ordinary. All while celebrating our wins – and failures – as we work together to transform the future of food.

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