Lead IT Operations Analyst

The Mom Project is excited to partner with Kellanova in their search for a Lead IT Operations Analyst. This role is hybrid in Chicago, IL, or Battle Creek, MI.

Kellanova is a leader in global snacking, international cereal and noodles, and North America frozen foods with a legacy stretching back more than 100 years. Powered by differentiated brands including Pringles®, Cheez-It®, Pop-Tarts®, Kellogg Rice Krispies Treats®, RXBAR®, Eggo®, MorningStar Farms®, Special K®, Coco Pops®, and more, Kellanova’s vision is to become the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Kellanova generated an estimated $12.6 billion in net sales in 2022.

Kellanova is guided by our purpose to create better days and a place at the table for everyone through our trusted food brands. We are advancing sustainable and equitable access to food by addressing the intersection of hunger, sustainability, well-being, and equity, diversity & inclusion, with the ambition of creating Better Days for 4 billion people by the end of 2030. Visit www.Kellanova.com for more information.

We have an opening for you to grow with us in our Sustainment team as a Lead IT Operations Analyst. This critical role will focus on supporting the business in Logistics & Manufacturing applications. You’ll solve complex problems and learn with the team.

Join our dynamic, progressive team of IT professionals in an environment where you can learn, grow, and create innovative technology solutions to help our business flourish. At the heart of Kellanova is technology — a key enabler of how we market, sell, and manufacture our well-known and beloved brands to consumers around the globe.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing:

• Application Support: As a Lead IT Operations Analyst, you’ll participate in 2nd and 3rd-level support of Kellanova’s Logistics & Manufacturing Applications for users across Kellanova globally. You’ll be troubleshooting complex issues with multiple teams and communicating with different groups across the organization.
• Operations Analysis: You’ll assist your Logistics & Manufacturing partners to understand the processes enabled by our IT applications. You’ll manage the entire support process, working with other IT Teams, Vendors, and with the Business. You’re a critical part of the Logistics and Manufacturing day-to-day processes.

Your Recipe for Success:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Basic knowledge of business operations and IT processes in the Logistics and Manufacturing area (for example DLX applications Warehouse Management or Workforce Management)
• Ability to gather and analyze complex data to drive resolution
• A history of being a self-starter, innovative, and creating success in ambiguous situations as well as providing excellent customer service
• Excellent communication skills, proficiency in leading meetings and delivering effective presentations
• Expert at use of Microsoft Suite programs (Excel, Access)
• Capacity to continuously learn new IT applications/components to be able to support them

What’s Next:

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter – not a bot. This means it could take us a little while to get back with you so watch your inbox for updates. In the meantime, visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and how to best prepare for a Kellanova interview.

If we can help you with a reasonable accommodation throughout the application or hiring process, please email USA.Recruitment@Kellanova.com.

This role takes part in Locate for Your Day, Kellanova’s hybrid way of working that empowers office-based employees to, in partnership with their managers, find a balance between working from home and the office.

About Kellanova:

Kellanova is a leading company in global snacking, international cereal and noodles, plant-based foods, and North America frozen breakfast, and a portfolio of iconic, world-class brands, including Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, Kellogg’s Rice Krispies Treats, MorningStar Farms, Incogmeato, Gardenburger, Nutri-Grain, RXBAR, and Eggo. We also steward a suite of beloved international cereal brands, including Kellogg’s, Frosties, Zucaritas, Special K, Krave, Miel Pops, Coco Pops, and Crunchy Nut, among others.

At Kellanova, we are committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I), uplifting each other and embracing our differences to achieve our common goals. Our focus on ED&I enables us to build a culture where all employees are inspired to share their passion, talents, and ideas, and can bring their authentic selves to work.

We’re proud to offer industry-competitive Total Health benefits (Physical, Financial, Emotional, and Social) that vary depending on region and type of role. Be sure to ask your recruiter for more information!