Kraft Heinz · 13 hours ago
Associate Director, Global Disruptive and Scale Innovation Insights
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$159K/yr - $199K/yr
10+ years expKraft Heinz is a leading global food company, and they are seeking an Associate Director, Global Innovation Insights. This role serves as a strategic insights partner to the Global Disruptive and Scale Innovation team, focusing on translating consumer trends into innovation opportunities and leading consumer insights for various innovation projects.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingMeat and PoultryTobacco
Responsibilities
Act as key strategic insights partner to the Global Disruptive and Scale Innovation team
Lead and implement the Consumer Insights Innovation road map development whitespace identification, ideation, validation
Define breakthrough solutions that speed and strengthen consumer learning; set strategy and challenge the status quo
Translate emerging consumer, cultural, and marketplace trends and insights into strategic growth opportunities for Kraft Heinz
Influence and build buy-in for business opportunities with rigorous consumer understanding
Operate comfortably in high ambiguity to set 5+ year strategic direction across markets/zones
Lead, mentor and develop up to 2 direct reports; provide functional leadership for all GDI/GSI pods
Qualification
Required
Advanced experience in a strategic insights/consumer research role, preferably at a CPG manufacturer, or 10+ years with a combination of supplier & manufacturer-side insights experience showcasing increasing responsibilities and scope
Has prior experience being a people leader with a passion for leading teams
Significant experience in innovation insights, with a strong understand and lead the path from whitespace identification work through ideation and validation
Thrives in agile ways of working, the iterative innovation process, and a track record of collaboration with cross-functional partners like Marketing, R&D, Supply Chain, Sensory and more
Proficient in various market research techniques, including both qualitative and quantitative methods; Experience using these tools for innovation development strongly preferred
Experience working with both primary and secondary data sources
Proficient in syndicated research tools (e.g. Nielsen, Circana, Mintel, etc)
Ability to distill insights and drive impact into an organization – bringing the consumer to forefront
High level of tolerance for working in ambiguity, leading change and inspiring change management
Excel at storytelling in creative and impactful ways - excellent communication, organization and presentation skills (written, oral, and across Microsoft Office Suite)
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.
Wellbeing events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability
Company
Kraft Heinz
Kraft Heinz is a multinational food and beverage company offering a diverse range of condiments, sauces, snacks, cheese, and frozen foods.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (21)
2024 (22)
2023 (14)
2022 (20)
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2020 (30)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20M2019-06-10Post Ipo Equity· $20M
2015-07-06IPO
2015-03-25Acquired
Leadership Team
Carlos Abrams-Rivera
Chief Executive Officer
Andre Maciel
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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