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We are looking for a Supply Chain Business Development Director who brings a strong technical and engineering foundation, hands-on manufacturing experience, and the business mindset to drive transformation and step changes across our supply chain network.
This role sits at the intersection of engineering, operations, and business strategy — driving end-to-end delivery of innovation and renovation initiatives from concept through commercialization. The ideal candidate is a technically grounded leader who can leverage deep knowledge of manufacturing and supply chain to unlock growth, challenge the status quo, and deliver meaningful change at scale.
If you come from a background in Supply Chain Operations, Engineering, Program/Project Management, or Strategy with the required technical foundation, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape how we bring new products and capabilities to market. What You Will Do
Strategic Planning & Network Optimization
Partner with site leadership to develop and execute the site strategy and plant roadmap, integrating innovation and renovation plans into long-term supply plans
Lead network design and optimization, including long-term capacity planning and multi-year scenario modeling to identify investment, divestment, plant consolidation, and greenfield opportunities
Provide strategic thought leadership through scenario brainstorming, identification of project interdependencies, best practice sharing, and structured output review with senior stakeholders
Develop and implement growth and productivity strategies in close collaboration with cross-functional teams including Commercial, Finance, R&D, Engineering, and Manufacturing — ensuring alignment across the full value chain
Serve as the key interface between Category, Commercial, Engineering, Manufacturing, and R&D teams to align priorities and drive decisions
Lead capacity and sourcing assessments to address current and future supply and demand gaps
Support the development of the site CAPEX budget in partnership with Engineering, ensuring bottom-up capital planning and prioritization
Innovation & Commercialization (I2M / IIM)
Lead the end-to-end commercialization of new innovation, from concept through to market launch
Own and drive the Innovation-to-Market (I2M) and Initiative & Innovation Management (IIM) process at the site or cluster level
Lead project verification and design reviews (DR4–DR7), ensuring all site readiness milestones are met
Ensure effective planning and execution of change as it relates to new and existing products, packaging, and processes
Lead site post-project evaluations and communicate outcomes to key stakeholders
Project Execution & Governance
Drive consistency and quality in project execution using appropriate methodologies and tools (e.g., LEAN, Six Sigma, Agile, Stage-Gate)
Develop and manage project budgets, timelines, and resource plans
Identify, assess, and mitigate project-level risks; escalate to leaders as needed
Provide regular project reporting and status updates through scorecards, status reports, and stakeholder review meetings
Confirm project completion, quality, and readiness to go live
Ongoing Business Simplification & Productivity
Collaborate across functions and bakeries to continuously improve processes, deliver productivity, and support new product commercialization
Integrate the overall site change management agenda to maintain service levels while delivering projects
Manage ongoing reprioritization and de-complexity initiatives
Ensure execution of regional and global menu cards and that manufacturing hurdle rates are met
Productivity
Own Productivity delivery for your pillar including in-year NP deliverables and future year pipeline sufficiency development
Support delivery of the site productivity and continuous improvement agenda
Stakeholder Management
Own relationships with x-functional teams and manufacturing sites, ensuring quality assurance across all phases of project delivery
Manage and influence stakeholders from tactical execution level through steering committee, driving alignment and effective decision-making
Team Leadership & Capability Building
Build high-performing, cross-functional teams across internal and external partners
More about this role
Experience & Background
Technical or engineering degree (or equivalent experience) with a strong foundation in manufacturing, process engineering, or supply chain operations
Significant hands-on manufacturing experience in a CPG or FMCG environment — with a deep understanding of plant operations, process improvement, and technical problem-solving
Proven experience in supply chain operations, program/project management, or strategy
Demonstrated experience in network design, capacity planning, and multi-year scenario modeling — including investment, divestment, consolidation, and greenfield analysis
Demonstrated experience in commercializing new products or innovations — from pipeline development through to launch execution
Track record of driving transformation and step-change improvements — not just incremental gains — through cross-functional collaboration and strategic execution
Track record of developing and implementing growth and/or productivity strategies in collaboration with cross-functional teams
Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain and manufacturing processes, including commercialization (I2M or equivalent)
Familiarity with capital budgeting, resource planning, and financial aspects of project delivery
Technical Skills
Working knowledge of TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), 5S, LEAN, and Six Sigma tools and methodologies
Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Stage-Gate, Agile, MS Project, or equivalent)
Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights — including scenario modeling and financial analysis
Knowledge of relevant business processes and supporting technology solutions (ERP, MES, etc.)
Leadership & Mindset
Entrepreneurial and transformation-oriented mindset — able to identify growth opportunities, challenge the status quo, and drive step-change results with a bias for action
Strong business acumen — understands how engineering and supply chain decisions translate into commercial outcomes and category growth
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) — able to engage effectively from shop floor to executive steering committee
Strong stakeholder management and ability to positively influence decision-making across functions and levels
Strategic thinker with the ability to excel in leading tactical, hands-on programs
Demonstrated coaching and team-building capabilities
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organization
The base salary range for this position is $142,700 to $235,455; 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 and eligibility to participate in our long-term incentive program.
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.
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