Manufacturing Business Development Manager

Mondelēz International; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading snack company in Toronto is seeking a Manufacturing BD Manager to lead production operations and drive key performance targets. The ideal candidate will have strong operational and manufacturing leadership experience in the CPG industry, as well as skills in project management and communicating effectively with cross-functional teams. The role offers a hybrid work schedule and requires occasional travel to Ontario plants.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Strong operational leadership in CPG industry.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and leadership skills.
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead production operations to meet performance targets.
• Manage change and transformation among operating teams.
• Establish strong governance for operational performance.

Skills

Operational & manufacturing leadership

TPM - Total productive maintenance

LEAN and 6 sigma tools

Communication and coaching skills

Project management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.

You will leadthe production operations in the Plant and delivering key performance targets(SQCDSM) in safety, quality, productivity, volumes, cost, sustainability, organizational morale. You will ensure our manufacturing strategy is implemented and is fully effectiveand you will strive to build a high performing organization.

How you will contribute

You will:

• Manages change/ transformation change/ transformation amongst the Operating teams in theimplementation of IL6S-Integrated Lean 6 sigma phase journey,FoF-Factory of Future Line centric organization & roles(AM-Autonomous Maintenance, PM-Progressive Maintenance and an integrated 6 star model within operating Lineteams) to progress into Self sufficient teams.Role models Values and principles through effective coaching, mentoringand development of the team.
• Support the Manufacturing annual operational plans and targets to meet Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Sustainability,Engagement goals in line with the site Compelling business need. coach Line Leaders, cascade & communicate theplans and targets to employees to ensure alignment and understanding around priorities, focus and KPI’s.
• Lead and be Accountable to establish a strong Governance to Review, Control Operational performance andContinuous Improvement plan and embed a zero loss mindset to constantly improve and deliver against best in classboth internally and externally. Drive the Operating team to identify and manage improvements to technology, culture,capability and operating systems to deliver a best practice and reliable operation.
• Support all Manufacturing standards, Governance, Compliance requirements (e.g. CorporateQuality, Food safety & GMP, Health, Safety, Security, Environment, Sustainability, Code of conduct, Policies &principles, Operational standards, Local legal requirements, Internal Audit norms, & other procedures updated fromtime to time) are in place, understood by all, and is regularly reviewed and monitored for effective implementation.
• Lead and be Accountable for Talent, Capabilities & Engagement for the Manufacturing team - identify andimplement critical levers to attract, retain & develop critical talent and builds capability at all levels, technical andbehavioral, to build a sustainable workforce profile for the future. Partner effectively with all multi-functional peersinternally & externally (outside the plant)to achieve objectives, goals and KPI’s.

What you will bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:

• Strong operational & manufacturing leadership experience in CPG industry with experience in TPM-Total productivemaintenance, 5s, LEAN, 6 sigma tools and concepts
• Excellent communication (verbal & written), coaching, and leadership skills in a team-based environment.Demonstrated abilities in Analytics, problem solving and team building
• An Engineer with a strong financial & business acumen, project management skills and Knowledge of industrialmaintenance and manufacturing equipment.

More about this role

What you need to know about this position

The Manufacturing BD Manager is responsible for leading large-scale projects ( Sourcing Strategy, NPDs, QI, Capacity Firepower, Service Unlocks, Productivity & MSC Synergy) within the assigned category or brand, and interfaces with cross-functional partners at all levels of the organization, including brand stewards in Marketing, R&D, and Finance, technical and execution resources in Engineering and field operations, and senior leadership.

Education / Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, supply chain or a related field; advanced degree preferred.

Job specific requirements

• Demonstrated leadership and critical-thinking skills, capable of guiding cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to operate effectively with a high degree of autonomy and manage complex, multifaceted initiatives
• Demonstrated expertise in analytics, problem-solving, and financial acumen to support data-driven decision-making
• Highly action-oriented with a strong drive for results and entrepreneurial mindset
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management skills

Travel requirements

Occasional travel to our Ontario plants.

Work schedule

Monday to Friday (Hybrid)

Job Type

Regular Manufacturing support Manufacturing

No Relocation support available

Business Unit Summary

With several brands that are among consumer favourites, including Cadbury, OREO, Christie and Maynards, we are one of the largest snack companies in Canada. Many of our iconic brands are ranked first, second or third in their categories, and our manufacturers and pastry chefs have an enviable mission to create and manufacture chocolate, cookies, crackers and candy in our iconic factories and locations across Ontario. A company with many ambitious growth targets, we have invested close to $250 million in our Ontario plants in recent years alone; We run marketing campaigns promoting innovative products such as Cadbury Dark Milk tablets and OREO Birthday Cake and Peppermint Bark cookies. Our community of more than 2,683 employees is present across Canada and our head office is in Toronto. Passion and dedication characterize our Company. We encourage all our employees to be themselves at work, to speak out and to encourage diversity in all areas of activity. In addition, we foster a flexible work environment and place great importance on the notions of trust and empathy to promote a true sense of belonging.

Mondelez welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please note that the term "accommodation" in this posting means changes that are made in order to meet the needs of a person with disabilities and not lodging.