Sr Manager Business Development

Mondelez International; New Hanover Township, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Mondelez International is seeking a senior leader to oversee end-to-end supply chain strategy, execution, and project management for key brands in North America. The role focuses on innovation, productivity, and supply chain strategy initiatives within the Savory portfolio, acting as the liaison among R&D, Marketing, Sales, and broader supply chain teams.

The position drives growth and margin targets through strategic supply chain initiatives, with responsibilities spanning feasibility, capital

Qualifications

• Project Management in Consumer Products.
• Engineering, Manufacturing, Production or Research & Development.
• Basic Marketing/Finance/Product Supply/Procurement Principles (nice to have).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing systems, innovation stage gate governance, agile project management and capex business case write ups.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy for manufacturing sourcing and capacity management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Single point of contact for cross-functional partners on innovation and productivity projects.

Skills

Project management

Engineering

Manufacturing

R&D

Capex analysis

Education

MBA preferred

Bachelor's degree in engineering

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.

This position is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end supply chain strategy, execution, and project management for key Mondelez brands. The role focuses innovation, productivity and Supply Chain Strategy initiatives in North America, ensuring the optimization of category resources and the realization of maximum benefits through cross-functional program synergies across the Savory portfolio. This position is a pivotal component of the Supply Chain Strategy & Transformation team, serving as the primary liaison between cross-functional departments, including R&D, Marketing, and Sales, and the broader Supply Chain organization. It ensures the successful execution of projects that deliver tangible value to both top-line growth and bottom-line efficiency.

Describe the primary responsibilities of the position in order of importance and identify % of time spent on that responsibility:

Percentage of Time:

1. 1. Lead the strategy for manufacturing sourcing and capacity management, while overseeing the development of capital investment proposals to enhance supply network strategies for key Mondelez brands.
2. 2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, R&D, Finance, Quality, Planning and Engineering, as well as Operations, to ensure seamless execution of projects.
3. 3. Single point of contact for cross-functional partners out of Supply Chain for the execution of innovation and productivity-related projects. Provide regular updates to project sponsors and stakeholders on progress, project delivery status, financials, supply planning, and next steps.
4. 4. Lead internal feasibility assessment during first stage gate of the projects and build the business case to support commercial team’s strategic agenda; define network capability (capacity/technology) and capital associated with developing such capability.
5. 5. Lead the implementation of key growth, innovation, and supply chain network optimization initiatives, ensuring stakeholder alignment and effective communication.
6. 6. Provide leadership for the Product Change Management organization and Plant Business Developments, represent Commercialization and Business Development to commercial partners as directed.
7. 7. Develop and execute supply chain strategies that support growth objectives and margin targets.

What you need to know about this position:

1. 1. Project Management in Consumer Products
2. 2. Engineering, Manufacturing, Production or Research & Development
3. 3. Basic Marketing/Finance/Product Supply/Procurement Principles (nice to have)
4. 4. Strong understanding of manufacturing systems, innovation stage gate governance, agile project management and capex business case write ups.

What extra ingredients you will bring:

1. 1. Strategic capabilities/business acumen
2. 2. Drive for results with a sense of urgency
3. 3. Building and strengthening relationships
4. 4. Managing through ambiguity
5. 5. Communication, Written & Presentation Education / Certifications:

Education / Certifications: MBA is preferred; bachelors degree in engineering discipline is required

Travel requirements: Up to 25%

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.

In addition, Mondelez International offers the following benefits:

• 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. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

Within Country Relocation support available and for candidates voluntarily moving internationally some minimal support is offered through our Volunteer International Transfer Policy

Business Unit Summary

The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, we produce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands—including Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products —are close at hand for our consumers across the country. Mondelēz 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. For more information about your Federal rights, please see eeopost.pdf; EEO is the Law Poster Supplement; Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision; Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

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!