Network Design Manager

Job Description

Role

The Network Design Manager is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and data-driven individual to be part of Kraft Heinz's transformation journey. The individual will work within a top-performing global team to design best-in-class end-to-end supply chain strategies for the North America business. The main responsibilities include, but are not limited to, identifying opportunities to optimize the supply chain network, supporting strategic decisions on manufacturing and distribution, and building cross-functional collaboration initiatives. This is a key role in driving operational results for the business by managing projects and leading routines to improve network performance. This highly motivated individual will support executive leadership's strategic decision-making by providing recommendations through cost, capacity, and service analysis.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage manufacturing and distribution footprint projects, including coordinating cross-functional teams and modeling complex networks.
• Develop and run optimization models (with Llamasoft software or similar).
• Assess end-to-end supply chain network capacities and capabilities.
• Drive business recommendations with operational, financial, and social impacts.
• Identify and support the implementation of supply chain efficiency projects.
• Be the point of contact for the Business Units, supporting the qualification of CAPEX projects related to Capacity and Innovation packages above Global threshold.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams globally, across zones and countries, including commercial, operations, logistics, finance, procurement, and HR, to drive network design initiatives.
• Share guidelines, coordinate, and oversee execution of Capacity Strategic Plans, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and priorities.
• Serve as part of the center of excellence for network knowledge and recommendations.

Qualifications

Job Location : Chicago, Aon

New Hire Base Salary Range : $100,000 - 120,000 USD

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that support our diverse workforce and their families, complementing Kraft Heinz’s strategy and values.

Bonus : This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as per the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will consider 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 healthcare, protection, and savings plans tailored to meet your needs. Benefits will be in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.

Wellbeing : We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities to promote physical, social, emotional, and financial wellbeing for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in various benefits and wellbeing programs, which may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment factors, such as :

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. Applicants requiring accommodation in the application process may contact for assistance.

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