Senior Brand Manager - Communications (Multiple Positions)

Chicago, IL (On-site)

$142K/yr – $177K/yrSenior LevelFull time

Posted 2 weeks ago

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • 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

Requirements

  • 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

Benefits

  • 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
  • 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.
  • Benefits 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:
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Kraft Heinz

3.6 Glassdoor

The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. While Kraft Heinz is co-headquartered in Chicago and Pittsburgh, our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.We spark joy around mealtime with our iconic brands, including Kraft, Oscar Mayer, Heinz, Philadelphia, Lunchables, Velveeta, Maxwell House, Capri Sun, Ore-Ida, Kool-Aid, Jell-O, Primal Kitchen, and Classico, among others. No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 37,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: join our table and let’s make life delicious!

Founded in 2015
Chicago, Illinois, USA
27K employees (2,337 in marketing)
64% recommend to a friend
80% CEO approval

Salaries

Posted range

$142K/yr – $177K/yr

Taken straight from the job posting.

Communications median pay in the United States

$93K/yr

Most pay falls between $70K and $138K. Based on 5,831 salaries.

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Funding

Total Funding
$20M
Last Raise
$20M
Post IPO Equity, 7 years ago

Funding History

  • Jun 2019
    Post IPO Equity • $20M

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
1.2M
Traffic Source Mix
Search
44.1%
Direct
39.2%
Referral
9%
Social
6.4%
Paid
1.2%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~27.4K