The Kraft Heinz Company
The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the world's largest food and beverage companies, formed in 2015 through the merger of Kraft Foods and H.J. Heinz, with eight $1 billion+ brands and $26 billion in annual sales.
Company facts
- Founded
- 2015
- Headquarters
- United States
- CEO
- Carlos Abrams-Rivera
About
The Kraft Heinz Company is a globally recognized food and beverage conglomerate, formed in 2015 through the merger of Kraft Foods Group and H.J. Heinz Holding Corporation. With a rich heritage stemming from two iconic American food companies, Heinz founded in 1869 and Kraft established in 1909, the company possesses an extensive portfolio of over 200 well-known and beloved brands. These include flagship names such as Kraft, Heinz, Oscar Mayer, Philadelphia Cream Cheese, Velveeta, Lunchables, Jell-O, Kool-Aid, Capri-Sun, and Maxwell House, with eight of these brands individually exceeding $1 billion in annual sales. The company's products span a wide array of categories, including condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, ambient meals, frozen and chilled meals, meats and seafood, refreshment beverages, coffee, and other grocery items, catering to diverse consumer preferences and eating occasions globally. Headquartered jointly in Chicago, Illinois, and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, The Kraft Heinz Company operates as the third-largest food and beverage company in North America and the fifth-largest worldwide. Its products are manufactured in numerous facilities across the globe and marketed in over 40 countries, reaching consumers in more than 190 nations and territories. The company is committed to driving transformation within the food industry, focusing on innovation, quality, taste, and nutrition. It leverages its significant scale and agility across six consumer-driven product platforms. Kraft Heinz is also dedicated to sustainable and ethical practices, aiming to make a positive impact on communities and the environment while responsibly contributing to the global food supply. The company continues to adapt to evolving consumer trends, including an increased focus on health and wellness, plant-based alternatives, and e-commerce channels, while striving for consistent growth and operational efficiency.