Supply Chain Manager Business Development

Mondelēz International; East Hanover (NJ); On-site; USD 122,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness programs

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Paid leave programs

Education programs

Paid holidays and vacation time

Relocation support

Job summary

Mondelēz International is seeking an experienced supply chain leader to oversee end-to-end strategy, execution and project management for North America brands, focusing on innovation, productivity and network optimization across the Oreo portfolio. You will partner with Marketing, R&D, Finance, Quality, Planning, and Engineering to drive impactful cross-functional programs.

The role requires collaboration with Operations teams, travel 25-30% to internal and external plants, and leadership in

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management methodology.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder discussions oversight.
• Strong project planning with risk mitigation and timelines.
• Focus on cost, schedule, and quality of project delivery.
• Knowledge of business processes and related technology solutions.
• Stakeholder management and ability to influence decisions.
• Team building across internal and external partners.
• Strong analytical problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy for manufacturing sourcing and capacity management and capital investments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Serve as single point of contact for cross-functional partners on innovation and productivity projects.
• Lead feasibility assessments and build business cases for capital and capability.
• Drive growth, innovation, and supply chain network optimization initiatives.
• Provide leadership for Product Change Management and Plant Business Developments.
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies that support growth and margin targets.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Risk management

Planning

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's 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 Uniquely Yours.

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 Oreo portfolio.

How You Will Contribute

You will:

• 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.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, R&D, Finance, Quality, Planning and Engineering, as well as Operations, to ensure seamless execution of projects.
• 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.
• 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.
• Lead the implementation of key growth, innovation, and supply chain network optimization initiatives, ensuring stakeholder alignment and effective communication.
• Provide leadership for the Product Change Management organization and Plant Business Developments, represent Commercialization and Business Development to commercial partners as directed.
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies that support growth objectives and margin targets.

What You Will Bring

• Proven experience in project management methodology
• Excellent communication skills and able to drive effective discussions with project resources from tactical execution level up to steering committee members
• Excellent project planning and proactiveness in identifying risks and mitigations and managing strict timelines
• Strong focus on cost, schedule and quality of project delivery
• Knowledge of relevant business processes and related technology solutions
• Stakeholder management and ability to influence positively in decision making
• Proven ability in building effective teams across internal and external partners
• Strong conceptual and analytic skills – enjoys problem solving

More About This Role

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Food Science, Chemistry or other Related Field
• Minimum 3 years experience Project Management in Consumer Products
• Minimum 3 years experience Engineering, Production or Research & Development
• Minimum 3 year’s experience Basic Marketing/Finance/Product Supply/Procurement Principles
• Project Management in Consumer Products
• Engineering, Manufacturing, Production or Research & Development
• Basic Marketing/Finance/Product Supply/Procurement Principles (preffered)
• Strong understanding of manufacturing systems, innovation stage gate governance, agile project management and capex business case write ups.
• Travel: 25-30% to internal and external plants for project related business when needed and stakeholder engagement.

Salary and Benefits: The base salary range for this position is $122,000 to $167,750; 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.

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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Job Type

1. Regular
2. Project and Program Management
3. Business Capability