Finance Lead, Category Finance – Taste Elevation (TE)

Kraft Heinz•Chicago, IL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Finance Lead, Category Finance – Taste Elevation (TE) will be the commercial finance partner to the Heinz business (e.g., Ketchup, Gravy, Stuffing). This role goes beyond traditional financial reporting to shape overall business strategy – bringing strong financial fundamentals and a commercial mindset to key decisions. The Lead leads monthly demand and financial forecasting, builds innovation P&Ls and business cases, develops CAPEX/ROI models, and delivers ad-hoc analysis that informs portfolio direction, investment choices, and performance outcomes.

Requirements

BS in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required
8 years of experience in Finance or a related field required
Exhibits strong financial, analytical, and problem-solving skills, as well as broad business acumen
Exhibits strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
Exhibits strong initiative and is detail oriented
Advanced excel skills required

Nice To Haves

Prior Category, Corporate FP&A and/or Business Unit experience preferred
Prior CPG industry experience preferred
Previous people management experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Own monthly demand and financial forecasting for Heinz portfolio, including assumptions, risks/opportunities, and alignment with cross-functional partners (Sales, Marketing, RGM, and Demand Planning).
Support annual operating plan (AOP) and long-range planning processes for assigned brands/categories.
Lead variance analysis vs. forecast, AOP, and prior year; identify root causes and recommend corrective actions.
Assess the financial viability of commercial initiatives and provide recommendations on portfolio strategy, growth opportunities, pricing/mix, investment trade-offs, and risk mitigation.
Partner with Marketing/Sales/R&D/Supply Chain to build business cases and P&Ls for product innovations, renovations, and line extensions.
Develop CAPEX models for key projects (capacity, productivity, new equipment, renovations), including ROI, NPV/IRR, payback, and sensitivity analysis.
Deliver timely ad-hoc analytics (e.g., revenue drivers, margin walk, mix shifts, supply disruptions, retailer/customer dynamics).
Manages two reports (analysts), providing coaching and mentorship to support his/her personal and professional development.

Benefits

medical, dental and vision coverage
7% 401(k) matching
Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to help foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all employees
an industry-leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus
Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
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.
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