Project Operations Manager

Job Description

About the position

We have an excellent opportunity available for an experienced Project Manager to make a difference at Kraft Heinz. The SCD Project Manager role lies within the European Supply Chain and the Mayo and Condiments “Pod”. You’ll be working in a high performing team, alongside peers always trying to reach the next level. You’ll be reporting into Victoria Lyne, Manager SCD. Get ready for a lot of exposure to internal senior stakeholders. The delivery of Mayo & Condiments innovation, ESG, VE and other projects will be your primary responsibility. You’re constantly looking for improvement activities within Europe.

In brief, you are responsible for

• Project management & Portfolio value Lead and deliver high and medium complexity projects end-to-end. Projects include new product launches, CAPEX investments, cost savings initiatives and supply chain changes. By delivering Mayo & CDS projects, you contribute heavily to the “Portfolio value” KPI and Kraft Heinz NSV and EBIT overall.
• Stakeholder Management Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders, including Head of Pod, peers, BUs, and senior leadership, to gather input, secure buy-in, and drive alignment on project priorities and objectives. Be considered as an important sparring partners for other cross-functional Pod members, including the Head of Pod.
• Supply Chain Representation Be the voice of Supply Chain in Mayo & CDS Pod related topics and ensure all your projects are feasible from an efficient supply chain execution perspective.
• Expert Engagement Identify opportunities to bring in other SC experts, such as those specializing in demand forecasting, supply management, or engineering, to provide additional support and expertise as needed.
• (SC) Collaboration Bring together SC, operations and manufacturing stakeholders to facilitate knowledge sharing, collaboration, and support for implementing best practices and driving continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain.
• Fostering continuous learning Support in training the organization in project management by sharing knowledge with (junior) team members and colleagues outside the function. This includes mentoring, training, creating resources, and promoting best practices to enhance project management skills across the organization.
  
  
  

Qualifications

Please kindly note that you need to have an EU Working Permit (Orientation Year Visa not included) in order to proceed for this position.

• Bachelor or Master degree;
• 3/4 years of experience in FMCG, preferably in Supply Chain
• Analytical and strong logical reasoning skills
• Strong communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Good business acumen
• English
• Expert in Excel and Powerpoint
  
  
  

Professional Attributes

• Communication Skills - People are easily be exposed to senior management, no matter their level. Therefore, it’s important to have excellent interpersonal skills, to take care of all kinds of different collaborators.
• Ability to Simplify - We like to keep it simple. And to implement fast. Your simplification skills will be highly appreciated, when providing simple solutions dealing with sophisticated challenges.
• Analytical - We’re a very data driven company, making it crucial to be able to translate complex data into a simple solution with an analytical approach.
• Curiosity, positivity & passion - You’re curious, positive and enthusiastic. People know you as the driver of the team.
• High pressure - You don’t get easily stressed by pressure, on the opposite, a fast paced and dynamic environment is what keeps you energized.
  
  
  

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!
  
  
  

Our Hiring Process

After the application and CV screening, you are invited to complete our Cognitive Assessment and will have an introductory telephone call with the Talent Acquisition Team. If positive, you will interview with

• Growth Platform SCD Manager Mayo CDS & Cullinary Tomato
• Senior Manager Supply Chain Development TE & AFH Europe and HR Business Partner
• All positive? Job offer!
  
  
  

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.

Location(s)

Amsterdam

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.