Senior Manager, IT – PPM

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January 14, 2024

Job Description


Job title: Senior Manager, IT – PPM

Company: Kraft Heinz

Job description: Job Description

Kraft Heinz, the company

As one of the world’s largest food and beverage companies, we are proud to spark joy around mealtimes with a global portfolio of more than 200 brands. Some are iconic masterbrands like Heinz, Kraft and Planters. Others are fast growing new sensations that defy status quo like DEVOUR and Primal Kitchen. No matter the brand, we are united under one vision: To Be the Best Food Company, Growing a Better World. Bringing this vision to life are our 36,000+ teammates around the world, making food people love. . And Every day, we are transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you’re passionate like us — and ready to create the future, build on storied legacy, and participate as a conscientious global citizen — there’s one thing to do: join us.

Our culture of Ownership, Meritocracy and Collaboration

We’re not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. It all comes down to the way we empower our people to own their work. It’s true: Our employees are our competitive advantage. As part of the Kraft Heinz family you’re supported to grow and achieve. You’re recognized and rewarded for outstanding performance at every level. You’re given the opportunity to leave your mark and build legacies. But you won’t do it alone. This is where our values and teamwork thrive and collaborative spirit fuels every day.

About the Position

We have an excellent opportunity available for an experienced Finance professional to make a difference at Kraft Heinz. The Sr. Manager, IT Planning & Performance Management (PPM) – International role is within the International Zone structure located in our Amsterdam or London offices. You’ll be working in a high performing team, alongside peers trying to reach the next level. You will be reporting to the Associate Director, IT – Global ZBB IT PPM.

In brief, you will be responsible to:

  • Manage and control the IT ZBB for IHQ and partially oversee other International Zones through monthly reporting and reviews with each of the International BUs;
  • Implement and manage the sustainable reinvestment mentality for IT ZBB package across the BUs;
  • Perform month-end close, monthly forecasts, and reporting of IHQ results;
  • Consolidation of BU’s information and variance analysis to report total Zone IT ZBB package for monthly performance reviews;
  • Lead and own the annual budgeting process for the IT ZBB package and coordinate the process with BUs and Zone BBP/ZBB teams;
  • Completing ad hoc analytics requests to drive business decisions, lead/support projects and improvement initiatives, develop and drive action plans to achieve financial results.
  • Perform variance analysis against forecast models for monthly, year-to-date and full year actuals and invoice validation for IT operating expenses;
  • Track and report savings initiatives – identify key cost/savings drivers, monitor progress and develop actions.
  • Doing the right thing – ability to interpret and apply standards and policies in consistent way;
  • Simplify processes and demonstrate continuous improvement mentality

Qualifications & Experience

Hard Skills

  • Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration
  • Additional relevant certifications (such as ACCA, CMA, CFA or equivalent) are an advantage
  • 5 – 10 years of controlling experience with managing Opex (ZBB) budget, tracking and analysis of financials in support of an operating function (i.e., IT, Supply Chain, Facilities, etc.)
  • Working knowledge of accounting concepts, month-end close and consolidation of results; minimum of 5 years’ experience
  • Experience with Microsoft Excel and SAP. Microsoft BI, Tableau and ServiceNow skills preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to work and think independently, interpret and exercise professional and data-driven judgment, creatively problem solve and continuous improvement mindset
  • Effective communication skills, ability to work with stakeholders’ positively while demonstrating sensitivity to remote working areas such as overseas locations, cultural differences, and split time-zones
  • Direct activities of geographically diverse team of PPM partners
  • Excellent work ethic with the ability to meet deadlines
  • Strong ability to multi-task with excellent planning and organizational skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and deliver to tight deadlines with a can do attitude

Professional Attributes

  • Analytical: We’re a very data driven company and strive to translate complex data into a simple solution with an analytical approach.
  • Simplification: We like to keep it simple and deliver with speed. Your ability to simplify will be highly appreciated, when you provide simple solutions dealing with complex challenges.
  • High pressure: You don’t get easily stressed by pressure, on the opposite, a demanding and dynamic environment is what keeps you energized.
  • Project management skills: You’re organized, structured and always have an overview of all the deliverables. You know how to bring multiple projects to a successful ending within the given timeframe.
  • Proactive: You’re a go getter, you’re not easily thrown off your game, not even when you get resistance.

What we offer you

  • An ambitious employer; we only want to the best for our people!
  • A fast career track like only few other companies can match
  • Permanent contract; for we believe in doing big bets on talent
  • Always room for new insights; if you have a phenomenal idea, please let us know, and we can set it in action!

Location(s) London – The Shard

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.

Expected salary:

Location: London

Job date: Fri, 12 Jan 2024 01:26:24 GMT

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