Job Description
About the position
We have an excellent opportunity available for an experienced Supply Chain professional to make a difference at Kraft Heinz. The Change Control Associate Manager role lies within the EPDM Supply Chain Hub . You'll be working in a high performing team, alongside peers always trying to reach the next level. You'll be reporting into Gioia Nerone, Planning Excellence Lead . This role will be responsible for managing and implementing changes that impact supply chain operations, ensuring that all changes are executed smoothly and effectively.
In brief, you are responsible for:
- Oversee the change control processes within our supply planning department
- Evaluate the impact of planned organisational, conducting change control assessment for any changes happening in supply planning function
- Develop and execute the change management strategy and plan, working with project teams and business partners
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including production, procurement, and quality assurance, to assess the impact of proposed changes on supply chain operations
- Maximize employee adoption and usage in supply planning of required changes
- Lead change control meetings and facilitate discussions to evaluate and prioritize change requests
- Minimize resistant behaviors from supply planning roles and stakeholders who are impacted by the changes
- Train and support team members on change control processes and best practices to foster a culture of continuous improvement
Qualifications
Please kindly note that you need to have an EU Working Permit (Orientation Year Visa not included) in order to proceed for this position.
- Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering or a related field
- Previous Supply Chain experiences
- Preferable Certification in Change Management or related methodologies (e.g. Prosci, Lean Six Sigma)
- English professional proficiency
- Experience in project management and in process improvement initiatives
Professional Attributes
- Communication Skills - People are easily be exposed to senior management, no matter their level. Therefore, it's important to have excellent interpersonal skills, to take care of all kinds of different collaborators.
- Analytical - We're a very data driven company, making it crucial to be able to translate complex data into a simple solution with an analytical approach.
- Project management skills - Time management has no secrets for you. You're organized, structured and always have an overview of all the deliverables. You know how to bring multiple projects to a successful ending within the given timeframe.
- Networking skills - You're able to be interesting and interested in business conversations, motivating people to want to be in your network. The stronger the network you have, the more easily you can get things done. You, highly aware of that, are constantly expending your network.
- Team player - Achieving results is nice, but achieving results with the team is simply the best. Being a standout colleague means you're sometimes a leader, sometimes a follower but always working towards the same common goal together with your teammates.
What we offer you
- An ambitious employer; we only want the best for you.
- A fast career track like only few other companies can match.
- A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure (above market); at KraftHeinz we strongly believe and live by ownership and meritocracy.
- A hybrid working model; because we believe the future of work is based on a building modern, adaptable, and agile workplace culture. 3 days from our office in Amsterdam and 2 days from home with additional 20 days per year to work from anywhere you want!
- Additional benefits such as Commuting Allowance, Hybrid Work Allowance & Reimbursements, Bicycle & Gym Discount Plan, Employee Assistance Program and Supplemental Health Insurance.
- A wide range of discounts with KraftHeinz's partnerships on fashion, electronics, travels and many more!
- Last and not least; there are always room for new insights: If you have an idea, please let us know, and we can set it in action!
Our Hiring Process
After the application and CV screening, you are invited to complete our Cognitive Assessment and will have an introductory telephone call with the Talent Acquisition Team. If positive, you will interview with:
1. Planning Excellence Lead
2. Senior Director Supply Chain Europe and HR Business Partner
3. All positive? Job offer!
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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.
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.
