Associate Director of Federal Government Affairs

The Kraft Heinz Company

3d • $164,200 - $205,200 • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Director of Government Affairs will serve on the federal government affairs team for the Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) and will report to the Director of Federal Government Affairs. The role will require a robust understanding of the legislative process and established relationships with policymakers and staff on Capitol Hill and officials within the executive branch including USDA, FDA, USTR, Commerce, EPA, etc.

Requirements

• 8+ years of demonstrated success within the government, trade association and/or corporate government affairs function
• Robust understanding of the legislative process and established relationships with policymakers on Capitol Hill and in the executive branch (USDA, FDA, USTR, Commerce, EPA, etc.)
• Domain expertise in food and agricultural policy
• Strong project management skills and a track record of coalition-building
• Track record of delivering results
• Ability to represent the company effectively in a variety of public settings
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing outside resources, including consultants, on legislative or public policy-related initiatives a plus
• Ability to work as a team player
• Experience working with a CPG or manufacturing company
• J.D. or Master’s Degree

Responsibilities

• Analyze and understand the business impact of proposed federal legislation and regulations that may impact on the company’s operations, workforce, etc.
• Develop creative government relations strategies to support KHC’s business interests and support the company’s advocacy efforts.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with relevant government officials, legislative offices, industry partners and thought leaders in Washington DC
• Demonstrate leadership skills, including ability to advance company interests in venues that require consensus building
• Anticipate emerging federal issues that are of importance to the company
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal Kraft Heinz stakeholders.
• Provide government affairs council to business leadership.
• Identifies and resolves challenges for the business.
• Internally collaborates cross-functionally with key internal colleagues and content experts across the Company to identify and manage issues.

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.
• Events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director