Manufacturing - Business Development Manager

Mondelēz International; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 103,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness programs

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid leave programs

Education programs

Enhanced vacation and holidays

Job summary

Mondelez International in Ontario, Canada, seeks a BD Manager-like leader to drive large-scale projects across categories. You will work with Marketing, R&D, Finance, Engineering and field operations to execute commercialization plans, manage budgets, and ensure site productivity improvements.

Responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams, planning capital investments, and delivering on site strategic initiatives while maintaining safety and GMP standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, supply chain or a related field.
• Experience in TPM, 5S, LEAN, Six Sigma and GMP.
• Strong communication and leadership skills in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale projects within the assigned category or brand.
• Interface with cross-functional partners: Marketing, R&D, Finance, Engineering and Operations.
• Develop and manage commercialization plans, timelines and deliverables.
• Lead sourcing and capacity expansion discussions and capital budgeting with Site leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure alignment with site strategy and productivity goals.

Skills

Operations

Manufacturing

LEAN

Six Sigma

TPM

GMP

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or supply chain

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project Management

Job description

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 support the I2M and IIM process for site / cluster and ensure effective planning and execution of change as it relates to new and existing products, packaging and processes for a plant or cluster. At the plant level you will work on change management and innovation management capabilities.

How you will contribute

You will: Support Project Development / Execution: Support I2M/IIM (Innovation 2 Market; Initiative Management) within the site; Provide site AR write ups & prepare critical site inputs to the Regional BD, specifically for IIM Design Reviews (DR2 – DR6); Leads Project Verification (DR7); Design Reviews (DR4) onward lead Plant activities: Master data, Art Work, Raw/Pack Material availability, Track timings – and report to project team. Act as the source of internal and external information (contact for Commercial stakeholders and is the key interface between Category and Engineering / Manufacturing / R&D). Lead site post project evaluation and communication, planning and execution of promotional activities within the I2M process Support Site Strategic Plan / Annual Contract creation: Support the site director in developing the site strategy and plant road map. Be the key partner for Product Supply team on sourcing/capacity expansion – ensure full integration of Innovation/Renovation plans in 421 into site supply plans. Partner effectively with Engineering to build the site CAPEX budget. Ensure planning of the capital budget bottom up, including prioritization (i.e. integration with the full site agenda, specifically alignment of the annual timetable) Drive Ongoing business and Simplification: Integrate overall site change management agenda to ensure delivery of projects while maintaining service levels. Manage ongoing reprioritization, De-complexity agenda and support the delivery of the site productivity and improvement agenda. Ensure execution of regional /global menu cards and ensure that manufacturing hurdle rates are met. Support Product supply for assessment of manufacturing solutions for current supply and demand gaps in the site Lead, coach and build Capability of the Business development change coordinator(s) within the plant and other Key stakeholders.

What you will bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in: Strong operational & manufacturing experience in CPG industry with experience in TPM-Total productive maintenance, 5s, LEAN, 6 sigma tools and concepts, Safety & GMP standard Good understanding of end-to-end processes in the manufacturing and business environment; working knowledge of commercialization process (I2M); project leadership / management skills and technical and financial aspects of the business Strategic thinking, while having ability to excel in leading tactical programs Highly action oriented, drive for results, innovative, challenging actual set-ups, entrepreneurial ability Excellent communication (verbal & written), coaching, and leadership skills in a team-based environment Demonstrated abilities in analytics, problem solving and team building Possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organization

More about this role

The BD Manager is responsible for leading large-scale projects 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.

Job specific requirements

Assess feasibility of projects starting from Innovation Charter to Project Development phase, accountable throughout the project lifecycle (First Production Approval / startup) Develop and manage detailed commercialization plans, timelines, and deliverables in collaboration with functional leads Ensure execution support as needed (hand-off to PCMs for projects with clear scope) and driving /complex initiatives Leads Mondelez Supply Chain (MSC) network strategy to deliver growth agenda, cost including partner with marketing on commercial strategy Leads business case and AR development for future investments (i.e., capability, capacity expansion, etc.) Acts as MSC SPOC (Project & Interventions) for cross functional teams (commercial, procurement, R&D, Sales, marketing, cat planning etc.). Manage communication with cross-functional partners and key stakeholders to ensure transparency, alignment, and timely decision-making throughout the project lifecycle Execute sourcing BCPs / ALQs to ensure supply continuity

What extra ingredients you will bring

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 ambiguous, complex, and 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

Education / Certifications

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

Travel requirements

Occasional travel required to our Ontario plants and external manufacturers.

Work schedule

Monday to Friday ( Hybrid)

Salary and Benefits

The expected base salary range for this position is $102,600 to $128,250 CAD depending on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible to participate in a highly competitive bonus program with a target of 14% with the possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.

Mondelez also offers several generous employee benefits (some subsidized or fully paid for by the company), including health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, and enhanced vacation and holiday entitlements.

AI may be used as part of the recruitment process and in accordance with local laws. This posting is for a current vacancy. 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.

Job Type Regular Manufacturing support Manufacturing

At Mondelēz International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right through offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broader range of delicious, high-quality snacks that nourish life's moments, made with sustainable ingredients and packaging that consumers can feel good about. We have a rich portfolio of strong brands – both global and local. Including many household names such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. We are proud to hold the number 1 position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy as well as the No. 2 position in gum Our 80,000 Makers and Bakers are located in our operations in more than 80 countries and are working to sell our products in over 150 countries around the world. They are energized for growth and critical to us living our purpose and values. We are a diverse community that can make things happen, and happen fast. Join us and Make It An Opportunity!