Job Description As an Associate Director, Marketing, you will lead brand strategy while driving commercial results. You will own short- and long-term planning, guide cross-functional teams through execution and commercialization, and help set the strategic direction that fuels sustainable growth. In this role, you will balance big-picture thinking with strong business fundamentals, partnering closely with Sales, Finance, Insights, Innovation, and Operations.
You will also play a key leadership role, coaching and developing talent while fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and performance. What you'll do Lead and inspire cross-functional teams to deliver plans in support of brand and business objectives Accountable for P&L inputs, including volume, profit, and market share, to ensure accurate forecasting and performance reporting Lead the annual business planning cycle, including multi-year strategy, annual brand and operating plans, category stories, and budget management Oversee core business fundamentals, including consumption analysis, pricing, demand forecasting, and P&L management Partner with Sales and Strategy teams on day-to-day commercial management and innovation sell-in Deliver commercialization efforts across innovation, renovation, quality improvement, and cost-reduction initiatives Partner with Communications and Innovation teams to execute integrated marketing activations and build future pipeline What we're looking for Proven ability to define long-term strategic direction while effectively managing day-to-day execution Experience building and delivering strategic growth plans across both top and bottom-line results Strong business acumen, with expertise in demand forecasting, consumption analysis (POS and panel), and P&L management Demonstrated success driving demand across the full marketing mix (product, price, place, promotion) and coaching others to do the same Experience leading, developing, and motivating teams, with a passion for talent development and culture building Strong leadership, communication, and storytelling skills, with the ability to influence across a matrixed organization 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: $164,200.00 - $205,200.00 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
- 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
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