Group Lead, Digital Innovation

Job Description Job ID: R-106938 Location: Chicago, IL, US Team: Technology Management 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. Get a peek into life here at Kraft Heinz through our Instagram and TikTok channels! Group Lead, Digital Innovation at a glance You will be a pivotal leader in advancing the design thinking and strategic capabilities within the Global Digital team. You are identifying transformative opportunities and solutions through multi-day workshops, collaborating with senior executives, identifying new business opportunities, and synthesizing research into actionable strategies. What's on the menu? Design Thinking WorkshopsPlan, structure, and facilitate multi-day immersive design thinking workshops for cross-functional teams and senior leaders.Guide teams through ideation, prototyping, and strategic alignment exercises to address complex challenges. Stakeholder EngagementCollaborate with executive stakeholders to understand objectives, align on outcomes, and secure buy-in for strategic initiatives.Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, ensuring design solutions are aligned with organizational goals and priorities. Business Analysis and Opportunity IdentificationAnalyze business challenges and opportunities through qualitative and quantitative methods.Identify and prioritize strategic initiatives that align with business objectives and enhance value delivery. Research and SynthesisLead user research, stakeholder interviews, and industry awareness to gather insights.Synthesize data into clear, actionable strategies and frameworks to inform decision-making. Cross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with core Digital teams across product, engineering, data sciences, IT and business partners to ensure strategies are executable and impactful.Foster a collaborative culture that emphasizes co-creation and innovation. Qualifications I have years of experience in design strategy, business design, or a related field. I have proven experience facilitating design thinking workshops and engaging with senior executives. I have strong business acumen and the ability to analyze complex systems to identify opportunities. I have exceptional skills in research, synthesis, and storytelling to influence decision-makers. I have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust across diverse teams. I am familiar with tools like Miro, Figma, or similar platforms is a plus. Please note: This job posting is just a preview of the full scope of the position. A comprehensive job description will be shared. We hope to find you a seat at our table! Benefits New Hire Base Salary Range: $141,500.00 - $176,900.00 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 View email address on click.appcast.io for assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kraft Heinz