Growth Manager

Description

About the job

Job Description

Join our team at Kraft Heinz as a Growth Manager in Amsterdam, where you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future strategy of our leading global brand, Heinz, within the Away From Home (AFH) sector for Europe and Pacific developed markets. This position offers a blend of strategic planning and creative execution, focusing on market analysis, product development, and innovative communication strategies.

We are seeking a proactive, strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, who thrives in a high-paced environment and possesses a strong background in marketing. If you are ready to make a significant impact at one of the world’s most iconic brands, we would love to hear from you!

About The Position

In brief, you will be responsible for

• Develop and implement growth strategies for the AFH sector, analyzing market trends to identify new business opportunities.
• Lead the product development process from concept to market launch, collaborating with cross-functional teams including R&D, marketing, and sales.
• Manage relationships with internal and external partners, including media and creative agencies, while also interacting with technical teams.
• Drive the marketing transformation, enhancing marketing capabilities and team performance to ensure strong market impact.
• Optimize the existing product portfolio by introducing commercial innovations and phasing out underperforming products.
  
  
  

Qualifications

Please kindly note that you need to have an EU Working Permit (Orientation Year Visa not included) in order to proceed for this position.

• Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Entrepreneurial mindset with experience in consumer marketing, culture, new product ideas, and trends
• Ability to synthesize data into insights and to build compelling cases.
• Strong communication skills to listen, understand and influence senior partners
• Ability to simplify and understand complex legislative changes
• Ability to work in partnership with multiple internal functions
• Fluency in English
  
  
  

Professional Attributes

Communication Skills

At Kraft Heinz, you’ll easily be exposed to senior management, no matter your level. Therefore, it’s important you have excellent communication skills, to deal with all kinds of different stakeholders.

Analytical

We’re a very data driven company. You know how to translate complex data into a simple solution with your analytical mindset. This can be penetration, consumer insights or other data.

High pressure

You don’t get easily stressed by pressure, on the opposite, a demanding and dynamic environment is what keeps you energized.

Team player

Achieving results is nice, but achieving results with your team is simply the best. You are a team player, which means you’re sometimes a leader, sometimes a follower, but always working towards a common goal.

What We Offer You

• An ambitious employer; we only want the best for you.
• A fast career track like only few other companies can match.
• A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure (above market); at Kraft Heinz we strongly believe and live by ownership and meritocracy.
• A hybrid working model; because we believe the future of work is based on a building modern, adaptable, and agile workplace culture. 3 days from our office in Amsterdam and 2 days from home with additional 20 days per year to work from anywhere you want.
• Additional benefits such as Commuting Allowance, Hybrid Work Allowance & Reimbursements, Bicycle & Gym Discount Plan, Employee Assistance Program and Supplemental Health Insurance.
• A wide range of discounts with Kraft Heinz’ partnerships on fashion, electronics, travels and many more.
• Last but not least; there is always room for new insights If you have an idea, please let us know, and we can set it in action.
  
  
  

Our Hiring Process

After the application and CV screening, you are invited to complete our Cognitive Assessment and will have an introductory call with the Talent Acquisition Team. If positive, you will interview with

• Growth Platform Manager and HR Business Partner
• Head of Platform and Cross-functional Interviewer.
• All positive? Job offer!
  
  
  

Location(s)

Amsterdam

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