Technical Program Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL

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 immediately upon hire for salaried employees.

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Technical Program Manager at a glance...

You will assist with the end-to-end delivery of strategically important digital products and transformation initiatives, GenAI solutions, platforms, and innovation programs. Sitting at the intersection of product strategy, engineering execution, business transformation, and enterprise architecture, the TPM converts business opportunities into scalable, production-ready capabilities that create measurable business value. You will be accountable for technical program leadership from discovery through realization, ensuring initiatives are delivered on time, within budget, aligned to enterprise standards, and positioned for long-term adoption and value realization.

What's on the menu?

• Support role on complex enterprise programs spanning multiple business functions, geographies, and technology domains.

• Translate business goals into executable technical roadmaps and delivery strategies.

• Drive prioritization decisions, sequencing, funding discussions, and value realization planning.

• Assist with delivery planning from discovery through deployment and value realization.

• Establish and manage program plans, milestones, dependencies, risks, assumptions, and resource requirements.

• Partner with engineering and architecture teams to validate solution approaches and technical feasibility.

• Lead technical design reviews and execution planning, and e nsure alignment with enterprise architecture, security, compliance, and operational requirements.

• Build partnerships with executive sponsors, functional leaders, and technology teams, and c ommunicate program status, risks, decisions, and value delivery to senior leadership.

• Manage program budgets, vendor engagements, and investment plans.

• Establish KPIs, success criteria, and outcome measurement frameworks.

Recipe for Success - apply now if this sounds like you!

• I have years of experience leading complex technology programs or digital transformations.

• I have experience delivering enterprise-scale software, cloud, data, AI, ordigital product initiatives.

• I have a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in matrixed organizations.

• I have a strong understanding of software development lifecycle, agile delivery, architecture principles, and platform ecosystems.

• I have experience with GenAI, advanced analytics, data platforms, or machine learning solutions.

• I have experience managing external system integrators and technology vendors.

• I have experience managing executive stakeholders and enterprise governance processes.

• I have excellent communication, facilitation, and influence skills.

Please note: This job posting is just a preview of the full scope of the position. A comprehensive job description will be shared.

We hope to find you a seat at our table!

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:

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

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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.