Brand Manager, Communications (Multiple Positions)

Chicago, IL April 15, 2026 Full Time Workday

Job Description

About the role

We are hiring Associate Brand Managers into multiple Base Marketing teams. In this role, you will help drive demand and deliver business results by owning key elements of the brand operating rhythm. Your responsibilities will span performance tracking, forecasting inputs, customer programs, commercialization workstreams, and agency coordination, while partnering closely with Sales, Finance, Consumer Insights, and Operations to move the business forward.

What you’ll do

  • Track brand performance across share, volume, and revenue metrics; identify key drivers and support actions to improve results
  • Support monthly performance management and demand routines with clear, driver‑based insights and recommendations
  • Partner with Sales on customer programs and external‑facing stories; track execution and evaluate outcomes
  • Own commercialization workstreams, including scope definition, timeline management, and cross‑functional coordination, to deliver strategic initiatives
  • Manage agency relationships and support day‑to‑day execution elements as needed
  • Connect short‑term work back to longer‑term brand plans and critical business choices, helping keep teams aligned and progressing

What we’re looking for

  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
  • Highly organized project driver who can manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
  • Strong communicator who can work productively across functions and levels of the organization
  • BA/BS required; 3–5 years of experience, with marketing, brand, or product management experience preferred

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range:

$104,200.00 - $130,200.00

Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

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. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

  • Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments

  • Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training

  • Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs

  • Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Chicago/Aon Center

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected] for assistance.

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