Sr. Manager, Commercialization

Sr Manager, Pcm

The Sr Manager, PCM role is a Chicago based Project Management position, residing within the Operations organization. The successful candidate will spearhead the execution of product commercialization to help deliver the goals of each KHC business unit. The primary responsibilities will be driving the successful delivery of the North America Zone's portfolio of project initiatives. The role requires strong and effective leadership extending across multiple functional areas, aligning efforts between R&D, marketing, sales, finance and supply chain teams to ensure that each launch or product change is seamlessly executed and thrives in market. Proven communication, collaboration, and influencing skills are critical for the candidate's success and to realize Kraft Heinz's long-term strategic commitments. The PCM will lead a diverse team of cross-functional experts and be responsible for leading the project to deliver it on time, in budget and to desired specifications.

Accountable for KHC's end-to-end commercialization process, from initial concept to successful market launch and post-launch review

Drive stage gate process and decisions on project progress, deviation, mitigation plan, influencing cross functional team in favor of project objectives and delivery expectations.

Identify, monitor and communicate project risk to executive teams while supporting the development of mitigation strategies

Tracking key metrics, reporting progress, and making adjustments as needed to ensure project success.

Lead cross-functional project team across R&D, Marketing, Operations, Procurement, Quality to innovate on execution processes to improve our speed to market timing

Strengthen the quality, operational, technical rigor within the KHC commercialization processes leading to improved in-market success

Identify opportunities for process improvement and implementing best practices

3+ years Managing Commercialization Projects or Project Teams

Proven experience in product development and commercialization, preferably in the CPG or food & beverage industry with PMP Certification or similar preferred

Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, able to lead and motivate teams across different departments and levels

Successfully negotiate with stakeholders and team members to arrive at mutually beneficial solutions

Growth mindset with a passion for continuous learning to applying new knowledge to improve project outcomes

Strong Business Acumen understanding the unique economic factors motivating brand and category strategy

Exceptional communication skills, capable of leading conversations for both internal teams and external partners

Proven analytical skills leveraging data driven analysis to develop solutions and implementing change within an organization

Role will travel 10% of the time. Additionally, this role requires 5 days / week with hybrid flexibility to work remote 2 days / week.

New Hire Base Salary Range : $118,400.00 - $148,000.00

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

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.

We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

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

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.