Business Development Lead (F/M/X)

Mondelez España Galletas Production SLU; Płońsk; On-site; PLN 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Mondelēz International is seeking a Business Development Lead for the Plonsk plant to drive I2M and IIM initiatives, translate opportunities into executable projects, and partner with Commercial, Engineering, and R&D teams. You will build and lead a BD project team and ensure alignment with site strategy.

The role requires a Master’s degree, PM certification, 5–7 years of project management experience in manufacturing, and strong cross-functional leadership with English proficiency at least B2.

Qualifications

• University education at Master’s level in Engineering/PM/Business Administration.
• PM certification (PMP/PRINCE2) or equivalent is desirable.
• 5–7 years of proven project management experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in food, FMCG, pharmaceutical, or related industry.
• Experience leading commercialization / innovation projects end-to-end.
• Track record of managing and developing teams with cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead I2M and IIM processes for the Plonsk site, acting as pillar lead.
• Oversee site change management, productivity projects, and capacity-related changes.
• Serve as main interface between Commercial area, Category, Engineering, Manufacturing and R&D.
• Develop and coach the BD Commercial Project Leaders team.
• Support capacity utilization planning and site master plan with PLT agenda.

Skills

Inclusive leadership

People management

English proficiency

Data analytics

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Financial acumen

Education

Master's degree in Engineering/PM/Business Administration

Project Management certification (PMP/PRINCE2)

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 theI2M and IIM process for site / cluster and ensureeffective planning and execution ofchange 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 thesite;Provide site AR write ups & prepare critical site inputs to the Regional BD, specifically for IIM DesignReviews (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 asthe source of internal and external information (contact for Commercial stakeholders and is the keyinterface between Category and Engineering / Manufacturing / R&D).Lead site post project evaluationand 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 andplant road map. Be the key partner for Product Supply team on sourcing/capacity expansion – ensure fullintegration of Innovation/Renovation plans in 421 into site supply plans. Partner effectively withEngineering to build the site CAPEX budget. Ensure planning of the capital budget bottom up, includingprioritization (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 ensuredelivery of projects while maintaining service levels. Manage ongoing reprioritization, De-complexityagenda and support the delivery of the site productivity and improvement agenda. Ensure execution ofregional /global menu cards and ensure that manufacturing hurdle rates are met.Support Product supplyfor 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 andother 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 productivemaintenance, 5s, LEAN, 6 sigma tools and concepts, Safety & GMP standard
• Good understanding of end-to-end processes in the manufacturing and business environment; workingknowledge of commercialization process (I2M); project leadership / management skills and technical andfinancial aspects of the business
• Strategic thinking, while having ability to excel in leading tacticalprograms
• Highly action oriented, drive for results, innovative, challenging actual set-ups, entrepreneurialability
• Excellent communication (verbal & written), coaching, and leadership skills in a team-based environment
• Demonstrated abilities in analytics, problem solving and team building
• Possess excellent interpersonalskills and be able to work effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organization

As the Business Development Lead for our Plonsk plant, you will be the driving force behind the site's innovation, commercialization, and productivity agenda. In this newly created role, you will lead and develop a team of BD Commercial Project Leaders, orchestrating the full spectrum of I2M (Idea to Market) and IIM (Integrated Innovation Management) projects — from strategic concept through industrialization to successful market launch. You will serve as the key interface between commercial stakeholders, category teams, R&D, engineering, and manufacturing, ensuring that business opportunities are translated into executable projects delivered with excellence.

You will be a ccountable f or:

• Leading I2M and IIM process for the Plonsk site (site IIM pillar lead)
• All change management at site level: Innovations (new product development and launches), Productivity projects, Procurement-driven changes — ingredient/packaging material and supplier changes, All trial activity, Simplification / Harmonization agenda
• Main contact for Commercial Area at site level
• Key interface between Category and Engineering / Manufacturing / R&D
• M anaging and developing the BD Commercial Project Leaders team
• Support for: Capacity utilization planning (led by category demand planning teams), Developing site master plan (Factory Manager is accountable for the site master plan), Plant Leadership Team (PLT) agenda and CBN plans

What you will bring

• Education & Qualifications

- University education (Master's degree) in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or related discipline

- Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent)will be an additionalvalue

• Experience

- Minimum 5–7 years of proven project management experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment

- Solid background in the food, FMCG, pharmaceutical, or relevant industry

- Demonstrated experience in leading commercialization / innovation projects end-to-end (from concept to market launch)

- Track recordof managing and developing teams (people management experience required )

- Experience inworking with cross-functional and multi-geography stakeholders

• Skills& Competencies

- Inclusive leader and driver of cross-functional projects witha clear vision and can-do attitude

- Provenpeoplemanagement, leadership, coaching, and motivation skills

- Communicative English (minimum B2 level; C1/C2 preferred)

- Flexibility, ability to deal with complexity, strong dataanalytics and presentation skills

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders across different geographies and organizational levels

- Financial acumen —ability to build and evaluate business cases

- Knowledge of Lean/TPM/IL6S methodologies is an advantage

Relocation Support Available?

No Relocation support available

Business Unit Summary

Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type

RegularManufacturing supportManufacturing