Sr Manager, Sales

Job Description
The Senior Manager, Sales of the Kraft Heinz NotCo will be the point of contact on unlocking the full potential of our plant-based Cream Cheese and Mayo products, point lead for all things sales planning as well as structure the GTM for alternative channels (i.e. Food Service). This individual will own the in-market execution of product portfolio, and working cross-functionally to establish the go-to-market strategies to ensure long term and sustainable development. This individual will be the point-of-contact in regards to planning and execution in the field, performance of the plan and identifying key gap solves to deliver the annual operating plan. This role sits on the Kraft Heinz NotCo leadership team.
Key Components of the Role

• Partner with the Kraft Heinz field sales teams across all retail channels.
• Represent the needs of the field sales team when working cross-functionally in the JV and the respective business units.
• Able to translate the operating model to an actionable plan.
• Deliver critical category information vital to flawless execution of category priorities (e.g., SKU rankings, new item information, competitive information, consumer and shopper insights etc.)
• Lead sales planning process and improve forecast accuracy
• Track sales execution versus the annual operating plan, proactively identify risks and work cross functionally to develop actionable solutions to ensure plan delivery.
• Understand, identify, and apply category analytics to deliver key insights and business recommendations on merchandising, assortment, pricing, and promotion on a national and localized level.
• Use insight resources from multiple data sources to enhance the impact of category leadership with customers.

Expected Experience & Qualifications

• Proven professional sales or category management experience; preferably within the natural channel.
• Excellent analytical / problem-solving capability with solid understanding of syndicated and panel data.
• Ability to lead cross functional teams, multi-task various projects, and deliver within agreed upon time frames.
• Outstanding verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills with an expertise in organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency in Excel & Power Point required.

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:
$118,400.00 - $148,000.00
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, Employee's Home - National
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.