Sr. Manager, KHMS

heinz· U025 Kraft Foods Group Brands LLC Company
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📍 Chicago, ILFull time💰 USD 121K–151K

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Job Description

Essential Functions & Responsibilities  

 

  • Yield Standards Implementation & Governance: Lead implementation and governance of yield standards in North America, aligned to global metric definitions and reporting standards. 

  • Yield Performance Management: Monitor yield performance, support performance routines, and drive follow-through on gaps and loss opportunities. 

  • KHMS Coaching & Adoption: Own KHMS adoption across one manufacturing Pod, coaching plant managers and plant staff on routines, behaviors, and execution discipline to improve KPI performance. 

  • Capability Building & Problem Solving: Support problem solving, capability building, and sharing of best practices across their Pod. 

  • Digital Tool Adoption: Partner with digital and cross-functional teams to strengthen tool adoption and performance visibility. 

 

Expected Experience & Required Skills 

  • Bachelor of Science degree required 

  • 8+ years of manufacturing experience required, preferably in high-speed CPG manufacturing 

  • 3+ years of experience in KHMS, Operational Excellence, or continuous improvement required 

  • Strong understanding of KPI management, yield improvement, and performance routines 

  • Proven ability to coach leaders and frontline teams and drive execution through influence 

  • Strong cross-functional partnership, communication, and problem-solving skills 

  • Ability to translate standards into practical plant-level execution 

 

Work Environment & Schedule 

This position is considered a ​Field based environment; role requires frequent travel to customer locations, stores, manufacturing facilities, etc.​ Additionally, this role requires ​normal working hours and travel up to 50%.​  

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:

$120,800.00 - $151,000.00

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

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. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

  • 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

Location(s)

Chicago/Aon Center

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Sr. Manager, KHMS role at heinz?
The listed salary for this Sr. Manager, KHMS position at heinz is USD 121K–151K. This is an Full time role.
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This Sr. Manager, KHMS role at heinz is based in Chicago, IL. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Sr. Manager, KHMS role at heinz full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Sr. Manager, KHMS role in the U025 Kraft Foods Group Brands LLC Company department at heinz.
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This Sr. Manager, KHMS position is part of the U025 Kraft Foods Group Brands LLC Company department at heinz. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Sr. Manager, KHMS job at heinz posted?
This Sr. Manager, KHMS position at heinz was posted on Aug 17, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Sr. Manager, KHMS
heinz · 💰 USD 121K–151K
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