Senior Brand Manager - Communications (Multiple Positions)

Posted 2 days ago

kraft heinz companyChicago (IL)

Marketing Managers Advertising Agencies

SENIORITY

Manager

SALARY

$141,500 per year

Apply

About the role

As a Senior Brand Manager, Communications, you will be responsible for shaping and leading brand communications strategy that drives creative excellence and consistent execution across markets. You will champion how great marketing gets done—translating strategy into impactful communication, strengthening creative effectiveness, and embedding best‑in‑class practices across teams. In this role, you will partner with cross‑functional and regional stakeholders to influence brand storytelling, communication standards, and creative execution. This position is best suited for a seasoned marketer who is as passionate about creative craft and effectiveness as they are about business results, and who can lead through influence in a highly matrixed, global environment.

What you’ll do:

Lead development and execution of brand communications strategies that elevate creative quality and effectiveness
Partner with regional and functional teams to drive alignment on communications frameworks, playbooks, and best practices
Influence and guide creative processes across markets to ensure consistency, clarity, and impact
Design and deliver internal communication plans that drive adoption of communication standards and marketing tools
Collaborate with agency and creative partners to ensure communications deliver against strategic intent
Partner with learning, capability, and creative teams to build scalable approaches that strengthen marketing execution
Track engagement, adoption, and effectiveness of communications initiatives using data‑driven metrics
Act as a thought leader on communications excellence, sharing insights, tools, and best practices across the organization

What we’re looking for:

Proven experience as a Senior Brand Manager or equivalent, with deep expertise in brand communications and creative execution
Strong strategic thinker with the ability to simplify complexity and communicate clear direction
Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead through collaboration rather than authority
Experience working in global or multi‑market environments with comfort navigating diverse stakeholder needs
Strong communication and storytelling skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership
Ability to manage multiple high‑profile initiatives in ambiguous or “blank‑slate” environments
Strong business acumen and understanding of how communications drive brand equity and business performance
Willingness to collaborate across time zones and travel periodically to support global partnerships

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: $141,500.00 - $176,900.00

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 savingfor the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coveragefor 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 aphysical, 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 CenterKraft 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 NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com (mailto: NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com) for assistance.

Before you apply

Applying takes about a minute. These four things decide how fast it moves after that.

Your profile is current

It's what we read first. Occupations, seniority and locations matter more than a long history.

Two examples you can talk through

Not a portfolio — just two pieces of work where you can explain the decisions and what you'd change.

A number in mind

What you're on now and what would make you move. We negotiate better when we know both.

Your notice period

Employers plan around it, and it's the question that stalls offers most often.

Once you apply, someone reads it and calls you before anything reaches the employer — usually within two working days.