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Sr. Scientist, NA R&D - Transformation

The Kraft Heinz Company
United States, Pennsylvania, Warrendale
Nov 10, 2024
Job Description

About Us

The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We're a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.

No matter the brand, we're united under one vision:To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we're transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion - and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen - there's only one thing to do: join our table and let's make life delicious!

Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy & Collaboration

We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level - from entry-level intern to senior leader - to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners - to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz - which we apply to every situation, every day. As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You're expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level - and you'll be rewarded. You're given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won't do it alone. You're supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.

The Role:

This Transformation role is an intersection of knowledge management, communication, and collaboration across North America R&D. Lead transformation programs with a key focus on function communication, technical documentation, and legal collaboration. Drive value and capabilities in the organization through digital knowledge such research reports, technical subscriptions, new digital tools that enable accessibility, speed, and new insights. Manage R&D enterprise communications and content through emails, Teams channels, and website. Be a key partner for scaling of Transformation team priorities (e.g. communication, change management, and digital enablement).

  • Manage R&D enterprise knowledge subscriptions and IP tools

  • Guide and motivate R&D teams in knowledge capture

  • Spearhead and coordinate North American R&D Townhalls

  • Bring R&D strategy and culture to life in branding designs

  • Enable R&D teams as needed with deeper functional communications

  • Manage next generation knowledge initiatives such as search tools, on-demand AI research platforms, and expert knowledge enablement

  • Work cross-functionally as a key stakeholder for communication strategy, change management, and digital enablement

Requirements:

- BS in Food Science, Food Engineering, Packaging, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Life Sciences or related field

- Optional- Library Science, Communications, Digital background

- 4-6 years in a Research and Development Function including focus in Innovation, Product, Process, Packaging, Sensory, Analytical, etc.

- Strong communication, facilitation, influencing, project management and problem-solving skills

- Ability to manage stakeholders, commitment to customer focus, and lead organizational change while maintaining attention to detail and working with large amounts of information

- Optional- exposure to ServiceNow, Canva, PowerApps, PowerBI, Tableau, OnFirstUp Platform

Location(s)Glenview R&D Center, Heinz Innovation Center

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact NATAI@kraftheinz.com .

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