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Associate Brand Manager, Marketing (Base - Multiple Positions)

US Kraft Heinz Open · verified Sep 21, 2026
Chicago Full-time Manager Brand Marketing

At a glance

Mid-level Brand Marketing role at US Kraft Heinz. Chicago · full-time · $104,200–$130,200 base.

SalaryStated by US Kraft Heinz
$104,200 – $130,200
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
This role, from US Kraft HeinzOur estimate for the market: $82,500–$130,000Median $117,200
In line with the market median of $117,200 for mid-level brand marketing roles in Chicago.
Worked out from 11 postings that stated pay, median $117,200. Last updated Sep 15, 2026.
RoleBrand Marketing
SeniorityManager
LocationChicago
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$104,200–$130,200
PostedMay 14, 2026 · 4mo ago
Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Monitor share, volume, and revenue results, then help turn performance drivers into corrective actions
  • Prepare monthly demand and performance updates with recommendations tied to specific business drivers
  • Work with Sales on customer initiatives, external stories, and tracking delivery against expected outcomes
  • Lead commercialization projects across scope, timing, and coordination with partner functions
  • Coordinate agencies and connect near-term work to longer-range plans and business decisions

What you bring

  • A bachelor’s degree is required, along with three to five years of experience
  • Background in marketing, brand management, or product management is preferred
  • You can interpret data, communicate the implications, and convert findings into action
  • You can manage competing priorities, deadlines, and projects in an organized way

Who this fits

This role suits a cross-functional marketer who is comfortable combining analysis, project ownership, customer programs, and agency coordination. You’ll work with Sales, Finance, Insights, and Operations while keeping multiple initiatives moving. The position is based in Chicago and carries an annual base salary of $104,200 to $130,200, with performance-based bonus eligibility.

From the employer

Job Description

We are hiring Associate Brand Managers into multiple Base Marketing teams. You will help drive demand and business results by owning key parts of the brand operating rhythm—performance tracking, forecasting inputs, customer programs, commercialization workstreams, and agency coordination—while partnering closely with Sales, Finance, Insights, and Operations.

What you’ll do

  • Track performance (share/volume/revenue), identify drivers, and help implement actions that improve results

  • Support monthly performance and demand routines with clear, driver-based recommendations

  • Partner with Sales on customer programs and external-facing stories; track execution and outcomes

  • Own commercialization workstreams (scope, timeline, cross-functional coordination) to deliver strategic initiatives

  • Manage agency relationships and day-to-day execution elements as needed

  • Connect work back to longer-term plans and key business choices; keep teams aligned and moving

What we’re looking for

  • Strong analytical skills and comfort translating data into actions

  • Organized project driver who can manage multiple priorities and deadlines

  • Strong communicator who can work effectively across functions and levels

  • BA/BS required; 3–5 years experience (marketing/brand/product management 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 NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.

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