Manager, HR – North America Operations

Manager, HR – North America Operations

At Kraft Heinz, we're entering one of the most exciting transformation journeys in our history—and you can be at the center of it all. This position will sit within our People & Performance team that strategically supports the business with their people talent and performance goals. This is an ONSITE position Tuesday-Thursday in our Chicago, IL World Headquarters (Aon Center).

This role will specifically support the following client groups:

• Zone Engineering
• Digital Manufacturing
• Continuous Improvement/KHMS
• Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)/Sustainability

You will act as a strategic HR business partner to lead initiatives in talent development, people strategies, change management, organizational efficiency, and driving a culture of ownership within the organization. This role will also be responsible for leading and supporting People projects and initiatives across the Central Operations organization.

If you thrive on impact, influence, and innovation—this is your seat at the transformation table.

What Will You Bring to the Table?

• Strategic Business Partnering
• Talent Strategies for Development & Growth
• Smart Workforce Planning
• Organizational Development/Transformation
• Culture Champion
• Budget & Organizational Effectiveness

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a HR Business Partner role supporting a client group (preferably with technical focus client groups)
• Experience partnering within a shared services HR model partnering with COE's across all levels of a matrixed organization
• Experience in partnering with client groups on transformation initiatives and or change initiatives

Recipe for Success - apply now if this sounds like you!

• I am highly ambitious, intrinsically motivated, and always striving to be the Best.
• I have core knowledge of and ability to collaborate with all areas within HR.
• I understand and advise on matters of local employment laws and labor requirements.
• I have excellent verbal communication skills, executive presence, and a proven ability to modify communication style/approach based on audience.
• I have the ability to make difficult decisions and challenge leaders/managers/employees and fight for the right decision.
• I understand all business metrics with an emphasis on financials and seeking opportunities for HR to impact.
• I have experience influencing/aligning strategy around talent capability and behaviors.
• I have a record of partnering at all levels in an organization to drive priorities and results.
• I have a proven ability and success in working in a matrixed organizational environment.

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.