Finance Manager, Innovation and Strategy

Job Description
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 30 days after hire for hourly employees, and immediately upon hire for salaried employees. Get a peek into life here at Kraft Heinz through our Instagram and TikTok channels!
Finance Manager at a Glance....
The Finance Manager, Innovation and Strategy partners with North American Business Excellence, Finance, Operations, and R&D leaders to drive financial transformation. This role balances innovation reporting with strategic planning, leading FP&A initiatives that optimize processes and unlock growth opportunities. Through data-driven insights and strategic financial analysis, they help shape and execute our Growth Plan while fostering cross-functional collaboration
What's on the menu?

• Assists with North America zone strategy development, including BGS analysis and portfolio allocation optimization
• Drive innovation ROI and financial performance tracking across renovation and productivity initiatives
• Partner with Commercial and R&D PMO to accelerate innovation processes and enhance financial visibility
• Collaborate with Disruption innovation pods to advance new product development and pipeline tracking
• Deliver monthly innovation financial forecasts with detailed variance analysis against PLE and AOP
• Develop and manage KPI tracking systems for PMR meetings, focusing on 'Must-Win' metrics
• Establish standardized forecasting protocols and portfolio thresholds to ensure balanced investment across initiatives
• Own innovation/renovation/productivity zone LEs in partnership with R&D finance
• Create benchmarking systems for innovation launch costs in collaboration with Global teams
• Build consensus across Finance, Business Excellence, and Operations to deliver Share, Gross Margin, ZBB, and Marketing Resource Allocation objectives
• Lead financial innovation process within Annual Business Cycle
• Drive efficiency improvements through strategic project management and process automation
• Manage ad hoc projects as needed, to remove bureaucracy, gain efficiencies and drive insights

Recipe for Success - apply now if this sounds like you!

• BS in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or relatable fields
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in Finance/Accounting, FP&A, Consulting, Investment Banking, Private Equity, or similar experience required
• Experience using Microsoft products (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint), SAP suites (e.g., BOI, BI, BEX), Tableau
• Influential with excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving ability
• Communicates well and strives to build cross-functional relationships with Senior Leadership as well as within peer group
• Independent learner and team player with a sense of urgency that works well under pressure
• Positive attitude, open to change and evolving responsibilities

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:
$102,100.00 - $127,600.00
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 [email protected] for assistance.