Senior Manager Blow Molding - Packaging Procurement

All Posting Locations: Chicago, IL, US

Job Functions: Procurement

Date Published: January 5, 2026

Ref#: R-98623

Remote, Hybrid or Onsite: Hybrid

ABOUT THE ROLE

Job Description

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end category strategy and execution for North American blow-molded packaging, including multi-year vision, demand forecasting, project prioritization and total-spend accountability.

• Own strategic sourcing projects and the RFx/award process (including electronic sourcing), supplier selection, contracting and contract governance to deliver cost, service, quality and innovation objectives.

• Manage senior to mid-level supplier relationships and performance (business reviews, KPIs, risk mitigation, escalation, continuity planning).

• Lead discussions with suppliers around long-term objectives and strategies, ongoing market trends, innovation and technology advances, and potential investment decisions

• Lead supplier development and investment discussions (mold/tooling CAPEX, tooling lifecycle).

• Drive commercial negotiations and execute complex contracts using advanced negotiation techniques

• Develop Should Cost Model and track Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) in partnership with Data Analytics and Procurement Finance, accountable for measuring and reporting value delivery.

• market intelligence to maintain deep category expertise (market, pricing, cost drivers, supplier landscape) and translate insights into actionable sourcing strategies.

• Identify business needs at the sourcing and category project level in the following areas: Assurance of Supply, Quality, Service, Cost, and Innovation (AQSCI).

• Identify, prioritize and deliver value-generating projects based on complexity, resources, risk, implementation time and financial impact and track/report realized savings and service improvements.

• Aptitude towards Continuous Improvement is an essential requirement to deliver annual productivity targets and service improvements

• Ensure robust strategic sourcing processes and procurement governance are applied to all projects; collaborate with global procurement peers to align on standards and leverage global leverage where appropriate.

• Lead, mentor and develop procurement resources (including Global Procurement Solutions support) and influence without direct authority.

• Manage escalations for major supplier issues and coordinate cross-functional remediation to protect supply, quality and customer service.

Expected Experience & Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Applied Sciences, Engineering, Finance, Business, or related field. Candidates with extensive relevant experience in Packaging R&D, Quality and manufacturing will be a plus

• 5 to 7 years of proven experience in Procurement of materials or services preferably in consumer goods industry or a combination of Procurement, R&D, Quality & operations experience indexed towards packaging

• Knowledge of food Packaging & Packaging fundamentals is critical, as well as having the knowledge of packaging technologies like blow and injection molding and thermoforming is a significant plus.

• Knowledge of sustainable solutions and future requirement of compliance for packaging materials and manufacturing trends

• Ability to Collaborate with senior leadership including business unit presidents, brand teams, and global category leaders to gain alignment on strategies and collect the proper input for organizational sourcing needs.

• Experience in developing long-term business strategies is highly desired, specifically establishing mid-to-long term direction based on insights into external market indices, global supply chain, and the organization's overall capabilities.

• Prior experience developing strategies aligned to function with organizational goals and generates results that will have a positive impact on the function/business unit. Advanced experience in the sourcing life cycle process and possesses a strong grasp of the tools needed to complete the process.

• Strong written, verbal, and analytical skills, as well as outstanding interpersonal and presentation skills.

• Effective negotiator and influencer with demonstrated examples with internal customers and external suppliers/partners.

• Ability to understand, organize, and communicate complex information in an easily understandable format tailored to a variety of audiences. Ability to articulate all aspects of a complex contract from compliance to commercial elements all the way from the C-suite audience to operational contacts at the plant level

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, support requests from, and interact directly across all levels of the organization.

• We “own” it at KHC and success requires an individual who is results-oriented, self-motivated, proactive, independent, and responsive.

• Have strong analytical, planning, and execution skills, including exceptional attention to detail.

• Possess a strategic mindset; can effectively articulate various perspectives and impacts of issues and understand the future impact to the business. Able to see all sides and the inherent value to stakeholders.

• Able to effectively negotiate and influence business decisions and change.

• Able to multitask and juggle projects at varying levels of complexity.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and have an understanding for source-to-pay tools (SAP, Ariba, etc.). Knowledge of Microsoft Power BI.

This position is considered a normal office environment with moderate travel to customer locations, stores, manufacturing facilities, etc.; offices are open workspaces. To create a more agile and modern workplace, we allow Chicago/Aon Center based employees to work virtually for up to two days each week and expect them to work in-person during the defined core days at their assigned work location at least three days per workweek.

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:

$120,100.00 – $150,100.00

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.