Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands · Hybrid
Job Description Senior Manager, Global Operational Excellence Performance at a glance … The Global Operational Excellence Performance Lead owns the definition, governance, target-setting, and performance improvement agen…
Skills: KPI Definition, Target Setting, Performance Management, Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$142k–$177k/yr
Job Description In brief, you are responsible for: Champion and lead productivity strategy agenda within BU, including integrated planning with annual business cycles (3-year plan, 1-year plan) and productivity target se…
Skills: Productivity Strategy, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, P&L Analysis, Financial Forecasting
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$142k–$177k/yr
Job Description In brief, you are responsible for: Champion and lead productivity strategy agenda within BU, including integrated planning with annual business cycles (3-year plan, 1-year plan) and productivity target se…
Skills: Project Management, Program Management, P&L Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Planning
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$142k–$177k/yr
Job Description In brief, you are responsible for: Champion and lead productivity strategy agenda within BU, including integrated planning with annual business cycles (3-year plan, 1-year plan) and productivity target se…
Skills: Project Management, Program Management, P&L Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Planning
Columbia, Missouri, United States · On-site
$78k–$97k/yr
Job Description The Project Engineer directs, coordinates, and exercises functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration and completion of engineering projects for the plant by performing or delegat…
Skills: Project Management, Mechanical Systems, Hydraulic Systems, Packaging Methods, Electrical Systems
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India · On-site
Job Description Position: EDM Lead Reports to: HTR EDM Manager Position Summary: We are hiring an experienced Employee Data Management (EDM) Lead to oversee daily HR data operations, system accuracy, and team performance…
Skills: Employee Data Management, HR Operations, Team Leadership, ServiceNow, Workday
United States · Remote Solely
$104k–$130k/yr
Job Description This Customer Sales Manager (CSM) position perfectly embodies that ambition, as a vital member of the Customer Business Team (CBT). The CSM is a key player to help drive profitable growth through improved…
Skills: Financial Acumen, Analytical Skills, Syndicated Data Analysis, Category Insights, Business Planning
Cairo, Cairo, Egypt · On-site
Job Description Kraft Heinz is looking for SCD Project Coordinator who will support the execution of cross-functional supply chain projects across the MEA region. Working closely with the Project Manager, the role will c…
Skills: Project coordination, Supply chain management, Data analysis, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint
Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site
$104k–$130k/yr
Job Description The Manager, People ZBB (Zero-Based Budgeting) is a key role to support the company's efforts to deliver budgetary commitments on people costs ($1B in spend) including salary, benefits, recruitment, train…
Skills: Zero-Based Budgeting, Financial Planning And Analysis, Microsoft Excel, SAP, Business Intelligence
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$104k–$130k/yr
Job Description Primary Responsibilities Execute the external innovation strategy development and deployment for Kraft Heinz’s food and beverage product categories. Execute the External Innovation Deployment process f…
Skills: Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Relationship Management, Commercialization, Contract Negotiation, Landscape Analysis
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India · On-site
Job Description Position: Analyst I EDM Reports to: Country EDM Lead Position Summary: As the Country EDM Analyst, you will provide specialized expertise in Employee Data Management (EDM), supporting the EDM Lead to ensu…
Skills: Employee Data Management, Workday, HRIS, Data Governance, Audit Compliance
Toronto, Ontario, Canada · Hybrid
$121k–$151k/yr
Job Description In brief, you are responsible for: Champion and lead productivity strategy agenda within BU, including integrated planning with annual business cycles (3-year plan, 1-year plan) and productivity target se…
Skills: Productivity Strategy, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, P&L Analysis, Financial Forecasting
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$121k–$151k/yr
Job Description In brief, you are responsible for: Champion and lead productivity strategy agenda within BU, including integrated planning with annual business cycles (3-year plan, 1-year plan) and productivity target se…
Skills: Productivity Strategy, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, P&L Analysis, Financial Forecasting
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$104k–$130k/yr
Job Description Primary Responsibilities Partner with brand, business, and cross-functional teams to understand innovation strategy, pipeline priorities, and future capability requirements Identify and develop supplie…
Skills: Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Relationship Management, Negotiation, Commercialization, External Manufacturing
United States · Remote Solely
$142k–$177k/yr
Job Description Shopper Insights Lead – Meat, Cheese, Coffee & Snacking (MCCS) At Kraft Heinz, our Meat, Cheese, Coffee & Snacking (MCCS) portfolio plays an essential role in consumers’ everyday lives—from breakfast and …
Skills: Shopper Insights, Strategic Planning, Quantitative Research, Qualitative Research, Advanced Analytics
New Ulm, Minnesota, United States · On-site
Job Description What we offer Starting pay at $22.14 per hour Benefits begin 30 days after hire Ask about our Hourly Bonus Program! Fully customizable medical plans (HRA, HSA, FSA), 5 different carrier choices + Prescrip…
Skills: Electric Hand Truck Operation, Sanitation Procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Sanitation Practices (GSP), HACCP Documentation
Tokyo, Japan · On-site
Job Description Purpose: The Category Manager Retail Frozen supports the relevant Senior Manager and/or Category Lead on driving strategy of Frozen Portfolio for Retail Business and execution to achieve both consumer con…
Skills: Brand Management, Category Analysis, New Product Development, P&L Management, Market Research
Nijmegen, Gelderland, Netherlands · On-site
Job Description We are looking for a Consumer Experience (CX) Global Innovation Manager to join our Consumer & Culinary Experience (CCX) team at Kraft Heinz International. Consumer Experience (CX) Global Innovation Manag…
Skills: Consumer Experience, Sensory Science, Innovation Research, Quantitative Research, Qualitative Research
Nijmegen, Gelderland, Netherlands · On-site
Job Description Intro We are looking for an experienced and driven leader with a passion for process improvement, data quality, and operational excellence. This role requires someone who can balance strategic thinking wi…
Skills: Specification Governance, Data Integrity, Process Improvement, Stakeholder Management, Team Leadership
Freshwater, New South Wales, Australia · Hybrid
Job Description Sensory Specialist Opportunity to grow your career with Kraft Heinz! Flexible work arrangement - Part time positionCollaborative and dynamic work environment Kickstart Your Career with Kraft Heinz! Are yo…
Skills: Sensory Science, Sensory Research, Consumer Insights, Data Analysis, Project Management
Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands • Hybrid
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The role owns the definition, governance, and performance improvement agenda for core manufacturing KPIs including Yield, Productivity, and OEE. It focuses on creating a single source of truth for data to drive short- and long-term cost savings through continuous improvement initiatives.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering or operations management with strong experience in manufacturing and operational excellence. Candidates must possess strong analytical skills and the ability to lead cross-functional alignment in complex, multi-site environments.
The Global Operational Excellence Performance Lead owns the definition, governance, target-setting, and performance improvement agenda for Kraft Heinz’s core manufacturing KPIs: Yield, Productivity, and OEE. The role leads how these KPIs are defined, measured, interpreted, and improved across the business, with a direct connection to the AOP, 3YP, KHMS maturity, and delivery of business performance.
This role is accountable for creating a consistent and objective approach to KPI ownership across target setting, dashboard development, governance, and continuous improvement. It ensures one clear source of truth for data and interpretation, strengthens insight into losses and costs, and supports the business in delivering both short-term and long-term savings through continuous improvement initiatives and one-off projects.
Lead the AOP and 3YP process for the core manufacturing KPIs: Yield, Productivity, and OEE
Own short- and long-term target setting, including improved ways of working, benchmarks, and models.
Own KPI definitions, ensuring consistent and aligned application across the business
Lead the development of dashboards and reporting approaches that create one source of truth for KPI data and interpretation
Develop and evolve new metrics and, provide stronger insight into losses, costs, and performance improvement opportunities
Strengthen visibility of loss and cost opportunities that can be tackled and eradicated in operations
Link KPI ownership and insight generation directly to Loss and Cost Deployment within the Leadership Pillar and other relevant KHMS pillars to improve business performance
Lead the Champion program for Yield, Productivity, and OEE, supporting the business in delivering short-term and long-term cost savings through continuous improvement initiatives and one-off projects
Establish and strengthen governance for KHMS and Continuous Improvement processes to create a more objective way of measuring maturity
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, industrial engineering, operations management, or a related field
Strong experience in manufacturing, operational excellence, engineering, or continuous improvement environments
Strong understanding of KPI definition, target setting, and performance management in operations
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable business insight
Experience building governance, routines, and ways of working that improve performance consistency at scale
Ability to lead cross-functional alignment on measures, targets, and performance priorities
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across complex, multi-site environments
Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong focus on business impact and continuous improvement
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!
The Global Operational Excellence Performance Lead owns the definition, governance, target-setting, and performance improvement agenda for Kraft Heinz’s core manufacturing KPIs: Yield, Productivity, and OEE. The role leads how these KPIs are defined, measured, interpreted, and improved across the business, with a direct connection to the AOP, 3YP, KHMS maturity, and delivery of business performance.
This role is accountable for creating a consistent and objective approach to KPI ownership across target setting, dashboard development, governance, and continuous improvement. It ensures one clear source of truth for data and interpretation, strengthens insight into losses and costs, and supports the business in delivering both short-term and long-term savings through continuous improvement initiatives and one-off projects.
Lead the AOP and 3YP process for the core manufacturing KPIs: Yield, Productivity, and OEE
Own short- and long-term target setting, including improved ways of working, benchmarks, and models.
Own KPI definitions, ensuring consistent and aligned application across the business
Lead the development of dashboards and reporting approaches that create one source of truth for KPI data and interpretation
Develop and evolve new metrics and, provide stronger insight into losses, costs, and performance improvement opportunities
Strengthen visibility of loss and cost opportunities that can be tackled and eradicated in operations
Link KPI ownership and insight generation directly to Loss and Cost Deployment within the Leadership Pillar and other relevant KHMS pillars to improve business performance
Lead the Champion program for Yield, Productivity, and OEE, supporting the business in delivering short-term and long-term cost savings through continuous improvement initiatives and one-off projects
Establish and strengthen governance for KHMS and Continuous Improvement processes to create a more objective way of measuring maturity
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, industrial engineering, operations management, or a related field
Strong experience in manufacturing, operational excellence, engineering, or continuous improvement environments
Strong understanding of KPI definition, target setting, and performance management in operations
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable business insight
Experience building governance, routines, and ways of working that improve performance consistency at scale
Ability to lead cross-functional alignment on measures, targets, and performance priorities
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across complex, multi-site environments
Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong focus on business impact and continuous improvement
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!
This job description is not designed to cover or contain all duties or responsibilities that are required of the role. Duties or responsibilities may change or be added with or without notice.
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.
Let's make life delicious!
The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. While Kraft Heinz is co-headquartered in Chicago and Pittsburgh, our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands. We spark joy around mealtime with our iconic brands, including Kraft, Oscar Mayer, Heinz, Philadelphia, Lunchables, Velveeta, Maxwell House, Capri Sun, Ore-Ida, Kool-Aid, Jell-O, Primal Kitchen, and Classico, among others. No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 37,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: join our table and let’s make life delicious!
Offices: 200 E. Randolph St., Suite 7600, Chicago, IL 60601, US
Let's make life delicious!
The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. While Kraft Heinz is co-headquartered in Chicago and Pittsburgh, our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands. We spark joy around mealtime with our iconic brands, including Kraft, Oscar Mayer, Heinz, Philadelphia, Lunchables, Velveeta, Maxwell House, Capri Sun, Ore-Ida, Kool-Aid, Jell-O, Primal Kitchen, and Classico, among others. No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 37,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: join our table and let’s make life delicious!
Offices: 200 E. Randolph St., Suite 7600, Chicago, IL 60601, US
