Director, Marketing - Mac & Cheese (Chicago, Illinois)

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Job Description

About Us 

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. 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.  

 

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 39,000+ 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! 

 

Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy & Collaboration 

We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level - from entry-level intern to senior leader - to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners - to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz - which we apply to every situation, every day. As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You're expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level - and you'll be rewarded. You're given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won't do it alone.  You're supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress. 

 

Job Description 

The role will lead the North American Mac & Cheese portfolio for all dry and cup formats, with responsibility for driving business and brand performance across market share, revenue, and profitability. 

• Develop and execute a compelling business and brand strategy for the North American Mac & Cheese portfolio, with clear KPIs tied to market share, revenue, and profitability. 

• Lead end-to-end portfolio management across renovation, innovation, brand positioning, pricing strategy, and in-market execution in the U.S. and in partnership with Canada. 

• Champion cross-functional programs that drive operational efficiencies, unlock resources for brand investment, and create long-term value. 

• Act as a visible and influential leader across internal partners, including Sales, R&D, Supply Chain, Finance, and Demand Planning, as well as external stakeholders such as agencies and retail partners, ensuring alignment and high-impact delivery. 

• Leverage consumer insights, market analytics, and business performance data to inform strategy, identify opportunities, and drive continuous improvement. 

• Lead both as a coach and contributor, shifting effectively between hands-on management of critical details and high-level strategic leadership. 

• Build and inspire a high-performing marketing team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and consumer advocacy. 

• Bring strong business leadership, including P&L management experience, brand strategy expertise, and the ability to lead complex cross-functional initiatives, including capital expenditure projects. 

• Communicate with clarity and influence across all levels of the organization, while leading with resilience, pragmatism, and comfort through ambiguity and change. 

 

Qualifications  

• 10+ years of experience, including 5+ years in marketing, product management, or brand management, with in-house or brand-side experience strongly preferred 

• Experience managing direct reports and setting strategic direction for a team 

• Advanced experience in product management, brand management and managing a $500M+ P&L 

• Experience in cross-functional team management 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills 

• Ability to handle simultaneous projects and deliver within agreed upon time frames. 

• Ability to effectively lead discussions and share vision with Executive level of KHC

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz' strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range:

$190,300.00 - $237,900.00

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

Long-Term Incentive (LTI): In addition to base salary and bonus, this role is eligible for additional compensation in the form of equity.

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 that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact View email address on apply.placed-app.com .