Sr. Leader, Nutrition & Scientific Affairs

Mondelez International; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 140,300 - 192,940; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness programs

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid leave and holidays

Education related programs

Job summary

Mondelez International seeks a visionary nutrition leader to spearhead nutrition strategies for iconic brands across the U.S. and Canada.

You will lead a team of nutrition professionals, translate science into actionable business opportunities, and collaborate across regulatory, marketing, and external organizations to advance our nutrition agenda. You will drive external engagement, engage with trade associations, and shape policy advocacy while working onsite and in a hybrid model.

Qualifications

• Registered dietitian with leadership experience in nutrition strategy or policy.
• Proven ability to translate science into credible messages and public communications.
• Experience influencing senior cross-functional partners and external bodies.
• Strong leadership and people development skills within diverse teams.
• Extensive background in nutrition science, policy, and industry engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and nutrition thought leadership for North America, guiding product renovations and innovations.
• Collaborate with regulatory, scientific affairs, marketing, consumer insights, nutrition research, and legal to substantiate nutrition claims across media.
• Lead nutrition education programs and external outreach to health professionals and conferences.
• Expand external engagement with trade associations and scientific organizations to advance advocacy goals.
• Represent Mondelēz’s interests in external forums and shape industry positions through partnerships.

Skills

Registered Dietitian

Nutrition communications

Stakeholder influence

Team leadership

Education

MBA/MS/PhD in nutrition

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a visionary professional to spearhead the development and deployment of cutting‑edge nutrition strategies for iconic brands such as belVita, CLIF BAR, Good Thins, and Triscuit across the United States and Canada. In this high‑impact role, you will lead an expert nutrition team, translating science and external insights into strategic, actionable opportunities for the North America business.

In addition, you will collaborate expansively with diverse functional groups within Mondelēz International and external organizations, translating scientific insights into business preparedness strategies and plans. The role places a strong emphasis on Scientific Affairs expertise, external engagement, trade association leadership, and policy advocacy.

How You Will Contribute

• Offer strategic direction and nutrition thought leadership for our mindful snacking strategy in North America, inspiring product renovations and innovations.
• Work with regulatory and scientific affairs, marketing, consumer insights, nutrition research, and legal to promote nutrition and wellbeing messages and support the development and substantiation of science‑backed claims used across media (packaging, advertising, websites, recipes, materials for health professionals, etc.).
• Lead internal nutrition education programs to increase employee knowledge and implement external health professional outreach programs and nutrition conference strategies to inspire brand recommendations.
• Lead and expand external engagement efforts, leveraging your understanding of nutrition science and public health and partnering with key functions like scientific affairs and corporate and government affairs, to inform and actively drive the company's external food and nutrition policy advocacy strategy, engagement plans, and foresight initiatives.
• Serve as a visible leader in trade associations and scientific organizations, representing the company's business interests, shaping industry positions, and building strategic alliances that advance Mondelez's advocacy agenda.
• Champion policy foresight by monitoring, interpreting, and anticipating regulatory and policy developments, translating these into proactive business preparedness strategies and advocacy positions.
• As a member of the NSC leadership team, direct a team of nutrition professionals (onsite and remote) and elevate the visibility and role of NSC as a respected, sought‑out partner across the NA business.

What You Will Bring

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

• Registered dietitian nutritionist.
• Nutrition with deep experience in nutrition communications and nutrition affairs issues management, preferably in the food industry.
• Translating scientific knowledge into relevant and credible messages, making dynamic and informative public speaking presentations, and strong copywriting skills.
• Influencing senior cross‑functional partners and external bodies.
• Managing people, including developing individuals, setting development plans, and managing the career development of a diverse team.
• Handling complexity, working with cross‑country/category teams and working with internal and external stakeholders.

Additional Desired Attributes

• Strategic Thinking.
• Results Driven.
• Proactive & Collaborative Leadership.
• Ability to inspire organizational thinking.
• External Presence & Influence – ability to represent the organization credibly and persuasively in external scientific, policy, and trade forums.

Education / Certifications

MBA, MS or PhD in nutrition or a related field; RDN preferred.

Job Specific Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in nutrition and leadership positions, working in or within the food or beverage industry.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and influencing senior stakeholders is required.
• Proven understanding of the U.S. food and nutrition landscape and an established expert network.
• Extensive experience in Scientific Affairs, including developing and executing scientific strategies that support business objectives and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated leadership in trade associations and/or scientific organizations, with a track record of advancing organizational priorities through external engagement.
• Proven policy advocacy experience, including interpreting proposed regulations, developing foresight‑driven strategies, and leading activation plans in response to evolving policy landscapes.
• Experience interpreting, developing strategies and leading activation plans in response to proposed regulations.
• Background representing company perspectives in trade associations, science organizations, etc.

Travel Requirements

10‑20%

Work Schedule

Onsite role based in East Hanover, NJ with a hybrid schedule of three days per week in the office. Washington DC (considered).

Salary and Benefits

The base salary range for this position is $140,300 to $192,940; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education and location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.

Benefits include health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements and are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

Job Type

Regular

Study Areas / Functions

Nutrition Strategy & Communications; Science & Engineering

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Mondelez Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.

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