Project Execution Lead, R&D - Commercialization

Job Description
Project Management Office (PMO) Project Execution Lead
Description
The Project Execution Lead role is a Glenview-based Project Management position, residing within the R&D organization. The successful candidate will spearhead the strategy and execution of product commercialization to help deliver the goals of each KHC business unit. The primary responsibilities will be driving the successful delivery of the North America Zone's portfolio of project initiatives. The role requires strong and effective leadership extending across multiple functional areas, aligning efforts between R&D, marketing, sales, finance and supply chain teams to ensure that each launch or product change is seamlessly executed and thrives in market. Proven communication, collaboration, & influencing skills are critical for the candidate's success and to realize Kraft Heinz's long-term strategic commitments. The Project Execution Lead will lead a diverse team of Project Managers and be responsible for the development of their project management skills to build a highly talented execution team.
Responsibilities

• Accountable for KHC's end-to-end commercialization process, from initial concept to successful market launch and post-launch review
• Monitor and communicate project risk to executive teams while supporting the development of mitigation strategies
• Build a best-in-class project management team with the skills and mindset to enable KHC's strategic plans
• Partner with R&D leadership to innovate on execution processes to improve our speed to market timing
• Strengthen the quality and technical rigor within the KHC commercialization processes leading to improved in-market success
• Collaborate with PMO counterparts internally and externally to enhance our project management systems identifying and utilizing industry leading tools
• Support the optimization of KHC's governance processes

Requirements

• 5+ years Managing Commercialization Projects or Project Teams
• Proven experience in product development and commercialization, preferably in the CPG or food & beverage industry with PMP Certification or similar preferred
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, able to lead and motivate teams across different departments and levels
• Innovative mindset with a passion for creating products that resonate with consumers
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of leading conversations for both internal teams and external partners
• Deep understanding of project management tools and process management tools to support continuous improvement and standardization

Location(s)
Glenview R&D 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 [email protected] .