Manager, IT - Global Logistics

Job Description

*** This role is hybrid in one of the following locations: Toronto, Chicago, or Pittsburgh ***

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 immediately upon hire for salaried employees.

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Manager, IT - Global Logistics at a glance...

You will be responsible for the strategy, deployment, and ongoing management of Kraft Heinz warehousing systems. Kraft Heinz operates and maintains a portfolio of warehousing systems responsible for shipping, receiving, traceability and reporting on all inventory and distribution activities across the company. You will be the primary project leader focused on the design and implementation of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Labor Management Systems (LMS), and Yard Management Systems (YMS) solutions. (SAP EWM, WM, and MATRICS. Along with LMS (Rebus)

What's on the menu?

• Work with internal and external customers to capture business requirements and apply these requirements to systems design and implementation.

• Direct ownership of all project financial governance and timeline details.

• Provide communications on all systems and project related aspects within the role to senior leadership.

• Provide strategic and tactical guidance to warehousing leadership on the direction and design of warehousing systems.

• Lead joint project team through solution shaping of systems enhancement.

• Provide core project management over all aspects of systems implementation such as: blueprinting, financial estimation and tracking, communication, development, testing, training, and hypercare support.

• Prepare conversion plan identifying all necessary tasks, dependencies, responsible parties and timeline for successful implementation.

• Primary leader for all onsite project hypercare coordination and issue resolution to steady state business.

• Establish clear strategic life cycle priorities for the WMS, YMS and LMS warehousing ecosystem.

• Explore new warehouse technologies, build business cases where relevant, and present new ideas to business leadership.

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

• I have 6+ years of experience in logistics or information technology related field.

• I have a high standard for communication skills, and high standard of proficiency in Microsoft tools Excel, Word and PowerPoint

• I have the initiative and ability to work through issues expected.

• I have a high standard of discipline and diligence documenting work.

• I have a high standard of organization to plan and complete tasks in priority order.

• I have relevant experience in a role on a software implementation project.

• I have relevant experience with enterprise in WMS and LMS software.

Please note:

• Weekend and off business hours work is part of the role

• Expected travel approximately 40-50%

This job posting is just a preview of the full scope of the position. A comprehensive job description will be shared.

We hope to find you a seat at our table!

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:

$104,200.00 - $130,200.00

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 Family Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs

• Financial -Savings/Pension, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability, Discounted Perks

Location(s)

Chicago/Aon Center, Pittsburgh/PPG, Toronto - Queen's Quay - Headquarters

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 NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.