Commercialization Excellence Lead

Job Description ​ ​ C ommercialization   Capability & Maturity Transformation   ​ Define and execute a multi-year   commercialization   capability maturity roadmap — spanning process, people, and technology — aligned to enterprise innovation ambitions.   ​ Design, implement, and continuously improve a   project   governance framework   (agile, s tage- g ate , hybrid)   scaled to initiative complexity, risk, and strategic importance.   ​ Establish standardized decision-making frameworks (RACI, Gate readiness criteria, issue escalation paths) that enable speed without sacrificing quality.   ​ Build and institutionalize rigorous change management practices, ensuring aligned base plans serve as the backbone of all initiative execution.   ​ Champion a 'Business First, Project Second' operating philosophy: anchoring every initiative plan to consumer-centric success criteria and competitive market realities.   ​ Develop   and update   comprehensive Commercial, Technical, and Market learning plans that generate the insights needed to support Gate decisions and in-market readiness.   ​ Establish post-launch tracking discipline using structured performance templates; drive corrective action rapidly when results diverge from commitments.   ​ Stakeholder Alignment & Courageous Leadership   ​ Act as the   commercialization 's senior   advisor   — framing risks, surfacing key issues, and presenting decision-ready options for senior leadership with full transparency.   ​ Partner with   commercialization ,   functional leaders ,   key   d ecision   m akers to build strong governance communities and drive cross-functional accountability.   ​ Talent Development & Capability Building   ​ Define role profiles, competency frameworks, and career ladders that attract, develop, and   retain   top   commercialization   talent in a competitive CPG environment ;   build and execute a capability development roadmap for Project/Program Managers and cross-functional initiative team members.   ​ Lead onboarding, team effectiveness, and health-check cadences that   establish   high-performing norms across all initiative teams.   ​ Coach and mentor a team of project managers;   embed   5E Leadership principles as the operating model for all multi-functional team leadership.   ​ Systems, Processes & Digital Enablement   ​ Lead the   selection , implementation, and adoption of   commercialization   technology (portfolio management platforms,   s tage- g ate tracking tools, collaboration systems).   ​ Define and enforce project data standards,   tracking   compliance protocols, and reporting cadences across the initiative portfolio.   ​ Design dashboards and governance reporting that give leadership real-time visibility into portfolio health, risk, and capacity   utilization .   ​ Evaluate and continuously improve the integrated planning processes ( AOP   schedules, spending plans, resource allocation) that drive cross-functional synchronization. ​   ​ ​ Qualifications   ​ 1 0 + years of progressive experience in project management,   commercialization   leadership, or transformation roles within CPG, food & beverage, or adjacent consumer industries.   ​ Deep   expertise   in   commercialization and   innovation processes, portfolio governance, and multi-functional program management.   ​ Demonstrated success building or significantly maturing a   commercialization   function — including process design, talent development, and technology enablement.   ​ Strong   track record   of managing complex, cross-functional initiative portfolios from ideation through commercialization and in-market performance.   ​ Experience leading enterprise change management and stakeholder alignment at the executive level.   ​ Proficiency   with portfolio management systems (e.g., Planview, Smartsheet, MS Project, SAP) and   a track record   of driving digital adoption.   ​ PMP,   PgMP , or equivalent certification preferred; MBA or advanced degree   a plus .   ​   ​ Leadership and Competency Profile   ​ Courageous communicator: equally comfortable delivering difficult news and advocating for bold decisions in executive settings.   ​ Systems thinker: able to see across process, people, and technology dimensions simultaneously, and design solutions that are durable at scale.   ​ Collaborative influencer: builds trust and drives alignment across functions without direct authority — a natural coalition builder.   ​ Results-oriented   executor:   sets aggressive goals,   establishes   clear accountability, and drives relentlessly to deliver.   ​ Talent multiplier: finds energy in growing others and building organizational capability as a legacy.   ​ Adaptable in   ambiguity:   thrives in transformation environments where the destination is   clear   but the path is still being built. ​   Work Environment & Schedule   This position is considered a   ​ Normal office environment with moderate travel to customer locations, stores, manufacturing facilities, etc.; offices are open workspaces ​   Additionally, this role requires   ​ normal working hours   and travel up to   1 0% . ​     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 saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s nee