Senior Manager, CapEx Portfolio

The Kraft Heinz Company

Senior Manager of CapEx Portfolio at Kraft Heinz, supporting capital investments and project management across North America. Leading initiatives and enhancing approval processes in a dynamic environment.

Posted 6/26/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $120,800 - $151,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the end-to-end Capital Engineering approval process for Growth and Replacement projects across the NA Zone (>$600MM annual spend), driving the standard of submissions to ensure they are complete, business cases are robust, and governance standards are met
Coordinate cross-functional inputs to advance projects through CAR stages
Develop and enhance approval workflow tools, checklists, and templates to reduce cycle time and increase first-pass quality of submissions
Support management of the NA Zone CAPEX budget, including monthly Latest Estimates (LEs) variance analysis and reporting in support of the >90% CAPEX budget adherence target
Administer and continuously improve the financial tracking tools (dashboards, trackers, reporting templates) used by the Capital Engineering team and business unit partners
Support or lead high-impact programs, such as the Surplus Asset Program and the Critical Spares Process
Identify and run continuous improvement initiatives across CAPEX processes, tools, and standards
Support the analytics and execution of the Annual 1-Year and 3-Year Strategic CAPEX Planning cycles
Collaborate across Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, R&D, Manufacturing Leadership, Plant Managers, and Engineering Managers to coordinate projects and initiatives
Facilitate, track, and report on CAPEX Execution KPIs (schedule adherence, budget adherence, approval cycle time, surplus recovery value, etc.)

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related technical field from an accredited institution (highly preferred); MBA or finance-related credentials are a plus
5–8+ years of progressive experience in capital project management, manufacturing engineering, portfolio/program management, or capital finance, ideally within a CPG or process manufacturing environment
Strong financial acumen, with demonstrated experience managing budgets, building business cases, and translating financial data into decision-ready insights for leadership
Technical/engineering fluency sufficient to scope projects, challenge assumptions, and engage credibly with plant engineers and equipment vendors; deep technical specialization is not required but is a plus
Proven track record of leading cross-functional initiatives across multiple plants and business units, with strong project and program management skills
Advanced analytical skills, including high level proficiency with Excel (advanced dashboard creation and modelling). Power BI (or equivalent), and financial/CAPEX management systems; experience with SAP or similar ERP capital modules is a plus
Experience with project management methodologies (waterfall, agile, scrum) and the ability to apply the right approach to the right problem
Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and tailor messages to both technical and commercial audiences
Strong stakeholder management and change management capabilities; able to navigate ambiguity, build alignment, and drive results in a matrixed environment
Demonstrated ability to mentor and coach engineers and project managers, supporting talent development as part of the Capital Engineering pipeline
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven, with a continuous improvement mindset.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare
Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans
Wellbeing: events, resources, and learning opportunities for a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle
Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision
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

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Hard Skills & Tools

capital project managementmanufacturing engineeringportfolio managementprogram managementfinancial analysisbusiness case developmentadvanced ExcelPower BICAPEX management systemsproject management methodologies

Soft Skills

financial acumenproject managementanalytical skillswritten communicationoral communicationpresentation skillsstakeholder managementchange managementmentoringorganizational skills

Certifications

Bachelor of Science in EngineeringMBAfinance-related credentials