Kraft Heinz

Brand Manager

• Execute innovation projects and manage stage-gate timelines to deliver on-time, on-budget product launches
• Lead initiatives in Oils, Collagen/Supplements, Dips, Ketchup, and Mustard categories
• Support ad-hoc projects driven by ingredient shortage challenges and in-year opportunities
• Draft consumer-centric product briefs and partner with R&D and cross-functional partners to refine formulations, claims, and specs
• Integrate consumer insights to ensure innovations complement existing portfolio
• Leverage syndicated data to understand performance, diagnose challenges, and identify whitespace
• Track innovation performance in year one and update forecasts based on in-market learnings
• Liaise with Supply Chain, Sales, Finance, and BD/Agile teams to secure inputs and track budgets and timelines

Associate Brand Manager, Innovation and Commercialization

Manager

Lead planning strategy across demand, supply, deployment, and production to drive forecast accuracy, service levels, and operational efficiency.
Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of planners; provide training, clear performance metrics, and regular feedback while fostering a culture of accountability and growth.
Drive S&OP process excellence, ensuring alignment between commercial forecasts and operational capabilities.
Establish and monitor key performance metrics across all planning functions; implement data-driven solutions to address gaps and improve accuracy.
Partner with senior leadership to provide visibility into planning challenges and opportunities, recommending strategic solutions that balance service and cost objectives.
Oversee the development and continuous improvement of planning processes, systems, and tools.
Ensure effective cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Finance to support business objectives and new product launches.
Anticipate and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring business continuity and customer satisfaction.
Prepare and present regular reports and insights to executive leadership.
Partner with Kraft Heinz operations teams to develop best-in-class planning function that is optimized for the unique go-to-market of Primal Kitchen.
Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to all direct reports. Set clear goals and performance expectations; conduct regular one-on-ones, performance reviews, and development planning. Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and training of new planning team members.

Kraft Heinz

Associate Brand Manager, Innovation and Commercialization

Manager, Planning

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