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Senior Financial Analyst, Procurement

Kraft Heinz · Chicago, IL · $89,800–$112,200 a year · Full time

Posted Aug 29, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time your analysis helped someone negotiate a better deal with a supplier.

What they are checking: Whether they have used finance to change behavior in the business, which the posting names as a key goal.

Describe a time you found a mistake in a report after it had already gone to leadership. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they own errors quickly and transparently, which matters a lot in monthly reporting routines.

What part of the strategic planning process do you think Procurement Finance most often gets wrong, and how would you approach it?

What they are checking: Whether they have a real point of view on planning, not just experience executing someone else's template.

What would you do

A buyer claims a big savings win, but you don't see it showing up in cost of goods. How do you handle that conversation?

What they are checking: Whether they can challenge a partner's numbers respectfully and get to the truth without damaging the relationship.

Operations is asking for help proving a productivity project paid off. How would you set that up?

What they are checking: Whether they define a baseline and tracking method up front so the result is credible later.

How would you help a procurement team think about hedging or contract timing without being a commodity trader yourself?

What they are checking: Whether they can frame price risk in financial terms that help buyers decide when to lock in costs.

About the work

This role covers Ingredients and Packaging. How would you explain a gap between actual spend and plan for a commodity like soybean oil?

What they are checking: Whether they can split a variance into price, volume and mix pieces, which is the core of procurement finance.

Walk me through how you'd support the monthly close for a procurement team. What checks would you run before reporting?

What they are checking: Their discipline around accruals, reconciliation and catching errors before numbers reach the performance review.

How do you measure procurement savings in a way that Finance and Procurement will both trust?

What they are checking: Whether they know the difference between real savings and cost avoidance, which is a common source of disputes.

How would you build a forecast for packaging costs over the next year when resin and paper prices are moving?

What they are checking: Whether they can forecast with market drivers and scenarios rather than just extending last year's numbers.

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The full job description

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Job Description Here at Kraft Heinz, we grow our people to grow our business, because we believe that great people make great companies. When you join our table, you can expect access to an array of holistic wellness benefits* and perks, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 7% 401(k) matching, Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to help foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all employees, an industry-leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus. *Benefits begin 30 days after hire for hourly employees, and immediately upon hire for salaried employees. Get a peek into life here at Kraft Heinz through our Instagram and TikTok channels! Senior Financial Analyst, Procurement at a Glance…. The Senior Financial Analyst, Procurement will support financial processes related to monthly/quarterly/annual reviews, monthly close process (including analysis and reporting), and forecasting and development of the strategic plan. This position will focus on the Ingredients & Packaging and is key to drive behavior in Procurement to pursue strategic pricing and better negotiations. In addition, the position interacts with the Operations group to support productivity efforts. What’s on the menu? • All activities are dedicated to the Ingredients & Packaging Procurement space • Monthly actuals reporting and support on MPR (Performance Review) routines • Partner with Procurement to identify and support savings initiatives • Coordinate monthly forecast process and inputs with buyers to ensure accurate forecasting • Support Ing & Pack Managers in ad hoc requests and quantifying financials that results in a clear message for leadership and buyers • Monitor contractual events (rebates, obligations, penalties) and hold clear, open lines of communication with Controllership team to ensure proper accounting • Responsible for project and productivity tracking routines with local/global teams • Internal controls routines, including validation and analysis of price updates • Commodity Market and Labor Market Inflation tracking and interaction • Interact with Risk Management on market trends and hedging strategies • Interact with Sustainability Team on ESG initiatives and commitments • Planning (Annual Operating Plan) Build and communicate planning calendar with all key stakeholders • Generate detailed plan and check-point presentations to leadership Recipe for Success – apply now if this sounds like you! • BS in Engineering, Finance, Accounting or Business Administration • Minimum of 2 years of experience in Finance/Accounting, FP&A, Supply Chain Finance preferred • Strong business acumen; interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills • Ability to influence cross-functional team members and motivated self-starter who can effectively work under pressure and manage multiple priorities • Demonstrated ability to learn systems and processes quickly 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: $89,800.00 - $112,200.00 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 NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.

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