Sr. Manager, Disruptive Innovation Insights

Job Description Sr. Manager, Disruptive Innovation Insights As a key strategic business partner and consumer insights subject matter expert for the Global Innovation team, you will have the opportunity to directly impact growth for our global brand portfolio. This role will lead the consumer and marketplace learning agenda across brands and channels to identify innovation opportunities rooted in consumer behavior that drive top and bottom-line growth for Kraft Heinz and retail partners. What's on the menu? This role requires a person who can be: Strategic: Be a strategic business partner to the marketing team and a key agent for organizational change. Demonstrate understanding of the consumer, research methodologies/techniques, standard processes, and experience to drive the business forward. Influential: Influence the organization and work seamlessly with cross-functional teams. Engage with senior management and present insights to senior executive leaders. Impactful: Influence "so-whats" by making concrete recommendations routed in deep understanding of marketing, business, and consumer. Robust communication and interpersonal skills collect disparate pieces of data together into a cohesive and compelling story. An Owner: Independent leader with the ability to dig into the details and craft research against a blank slate without buying pre-packaged solutions or methodologies Collaborative: Ability to build and maintain partnerships within agile pods and within functions across the organization. Flexible: Be flexible and creative to adjust to changing priorities and business challenges. Ability to thrive in ambiguity, while showing strong drive for results and adaptability. Self-Starter: Ability to demonstrate a high degree of independence, resiliency, leadership/ownership, with limited oversight. Essential Functions & Responsibilities Strategic insight leadership for Global Innovation initiatives. Leverage in-depth knowledge of consumer and culinary trends, competition, and consumer and shopper behavior to ideate and encourage growth strategies. Develop and lead agile research plans for new products using risk-based approaches and forward-thinking methods across whitespace identification, opportunity assessment, innovation forecasting, and innovation validation (consumer testing and/or in-market testing). Identify ways to drive speed through experimentation to learn and implement all opportunities. Evaluate sales impact of innovation and identify lessons learned to improve trial, velocity, and incrementally of future innovation. Help develop research Best Practices for the organization. Work with research vendors to provide outstanding research approaches for agility, speed, and breakthrough insights. Recipe for Success - apply now if this sounds like you! 5+ years experience in Market Research / Insights experience is required, preferably within CPG Proficient in various market research techniques, including both qualitative and quantitative methods. Experience working with both primary and secondary data sources. Expert knowledge of syndicated research tools (e.g. Nielsen, Circana, etc.). Strong storytelling skills and ability to influence all levels of an organization. Proficient with innovation and custom research methods for CPG products required. Experience using syndicated services (e.g. Nielsen or IRI Scanner, Mintel, Numerator and Panel Data, Technomic, etc). Strong analytical skills, including pricing and designing and implementing in-market tests. Ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously. Excellent communication, organization, and presentation skills (written, oral, and across Microsoft Office Suite). 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 familys 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. Youll 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. 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. Were 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. Were proud of where weve been and even more thrilled about where were 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 were growing something great here at Kraft Heinz. INCLUSION MATTERS TO US Everyone is welcome at our table. In fact, we thrive on learning and growing from our diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Doesnt matter who you are, where youre from, or who makes your heart sing. We want you to show up as your authentic self, excited to work with amazing colleagues to solve complex challenges and innovate in an ever-changing industry. Were committed to: Hiring and growing talent from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Growing our Business Resource Groups vibrant, celebrated communities that enhance our business through thought leadership employee engagement and professional development opportunities. Providing our managers and leaders high quality learning experiences to explore how to foster inclusion and belonging.