Overview
In this role you drive global innovation for the Mayonnaise category under the Heinz brand. You will lead a cross-functional Agile Pod to develop and launch new products that fuel growth and strengthen the brand’s market position. You’ll navigate ambiguity, influence senior stakeholders, and turn ideas into market-ready capabilities. This is a hands-on, strategic leadership role that shapes how Kraft Heinz innovates at scale.
Arbeidsvoorwaarden / Benefits
- hybrid working model (Amsterdam office + remote)
- competitive salary and bonus structure
- commuting and hybrid work allowances
- bicycle & gym discounts
- employee assistance program
- supplemental health insurance
Verantwoordelijkheden
- Develop and execute global innovation strategies aligned with business objectives for Mayonnaise
- Lead and mentor a 5+ person cross-functional Agile Pod to launch new innovations
- Foster a culture of experimentation, learning, and rapid iteration
- Collaborate with business units and cross-functional teams on innovation initiatives
- Influence senior stakeholders to drive initiatives forward and secure buy-in
- Communicate complex strategies to non-technical stakeholders
- Drive revenue growth through innovation metrics (time-to-market, adoption, ROI)
- Oversee P&L, competitive analysis, and retailer sell-in materials in partnership with BU
Belangrijkste vereisten
- 8+ years in marketing for an established or startup CPG with innovation experience
- Experience managing employees and cross-functional teams; strong collaboration and leadership
- Proven ability to influence multiple stakeholders and navigate ambiguity
- Strong problem-solving, strategic thinking, and data-driven decision making
- Consumer-centric mindset with growth orientation and fast-to-action bias
- Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management
- Understanding of Financial P&L and ability to assess competitive space
- collaboration
- influencing
- strategic thinking
- Agile Pod leadership
- P&L management
- syndicated data analysis
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