Global Engineering Senior Manager - Packaging & Automation Technology

- Packaging & Automation Technology at a glance ... As the Global Engineering Senior Manager

- Packaging & Automation Technology, you will serve as the global technical subject matter expert for packaging systems, machinery & automation technologies. You will define global standards, lead innovation programs, and enable breakthrough improvements in packaging operations, while also driving the global savings agenda through the Global Automation Programme.

Key Ingredients: Global Packaging Technology Leadership Own and drive implementation of global packaging equipment standards, design criteria, and material-equipment compatibility guidelines. Lead global capability building for packaging systems including moulding (preform, blow) filling, labeling, cartoning, case packing, palletizing, and format changeover across rigid & flexible formats across a variety of materials.

Evaluate new packaging technologies, materials, and machinery platforms for global adoption. Automation, Robotics & Digital Systems Excellence Own global automation standards and drive the adoption of next-generation automation technologies: AI-driven controls, AMRs/AGVs, vision systems, predictive monitoring. Global Line Design, Simulation & Performance Optimization Define standard line layouts and ensure consistent deployment across Zones.

Conduct value-stream mapping to identify bottlenecks and automation opportunities. Supplier & Technology Partner Management Oversee global packaging machinery OEM partnerships and along with Procurement negotiate standard platforms. Evaluate and qualify suppliers via structured technical assessment.

Co-develop automation and packaging innovations with OEMs. Support Global Procurement to drive supplier segmentation and establish best-in-class, cost-accretive technologies. Global Capex & Technology Roadmapping Define the Packaging & Automation capital investment pipeline.

Guide long-term equipment strategy to deliver a sustainable, resilient and future-ready manufacturing base. Recipe for Success: Apply if this sounds like you! Deep knowledge of packaging machinery and materials.

Strong background in project management, capital planning, and major automation investments. Strategic and systems thinking. Ability to influence without authority across cultures and regions.

Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences. Excellent collaboration in matrix organizations. Experience leading global technology adoption and change.

Location(s) Amsterdam Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer

- Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.

ABOUT US Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We're on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry.

A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company. Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet.

We're proud of where we've been - and even more thrilled about where we're headed - as we nourish the world and lead the future of food. WHY US We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands.

Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures - as we work together to lead the future of food.

Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we're growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.

INCLUSION MATTERS TO US Everyone is welcome at our table. In fact, we thrive on learning and growing from our diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Doesn't matter who you are, where you're from, or who makes your heart sing.

We want you to show up as your authentic self, excited to work with amazing colleagues to solve complex challenges and innovate in an ever-changing industry. We're committed to: Hiring and growing talent from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Growing our Business Resource Groups - vibrant, celebrated communities that enhance our business through thought leadership employee engagement and professional development opportunities.

Providing our managers and leaders high quality learning experiences to explore how to foster inclusion and belonging.