Senior Finance Manager, Innovation Finance

Kraft Heinz•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Innovation Finance role is central to ensuring the viability and success of Kraft Heinz innovations. As both the primary finance partner to all Global Innovation pods and a leader of the evolution from innovation reporting to innovation insights, this role is focused on advancing the innovation agenda at Kraft Heinz.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting, or related field
Demonstrated ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams and stakeholders, in some cases without explicit authority
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in communicating financial concepts to non-finance audiences and stakeholders
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills required
Demonstrated ability to multitask and make key decisions
Strong analytical skills and broad business acumen
Ability to recognize opportunities to simplify processes and create efficiencies

Nice To Haves

PowerBI and other data visualization tools a plus

Responsibilities

Partner with Global Innovation pods as their primary finance resource
Provide guidance on financial strategy, business models, and P&L considerations
Design all business cases and financial models for pod innovations, including financial models accompanying capex requests (CARs)
Develop financial KPIs for tracking and evaluating innovations as they progress through phases of market testing
Partner with relevant zone and BU finance teams to enhance the quality of financial models and business cases of the innovations in their categories
Own monthly global innovation reporting (e.g., LE, 3y forecast, velocity, distribution)
Drive continuous improvement in depth and quality of innovation reporting inputs from zone and BU partners
Enhance visibility of holistic innovation costs (e.g., marketing, R&D) to improve visibility on expected returns
Partner with global and zone stakeholders on the evolution from innovation reporting to innovation insights

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 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