Supply Chain Business Development Director

Mondelēz International•East Hanover, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Mondelēz International is seeking a Supply Chain Business Development Director to drive transformation and step changes across its supply chain network. This role requires a strong technical and engineering foundation, hands-on manufacturing experience, and a business mindset. The director will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of innovation and renovation initiatives, from concept through commercialization, sitting at the intersection of engineering, operations, and business strategy. 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. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape how new products and capabilities are brought to market for individuals with backgrounds in Supply Chain Operations, Engineering, Program/Project Management, or Strategy with the required technical foundation. Mondelēz International's mission is to lead the future of snacking, empowering people to snack right through offering delicious, high-quality snacks made with sustainable ingredients and packaging. The company holds leading positions globally in biscuits, chocolate, and candy, with a rich portfolio of strong global and local brands.

Requirements

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
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.)
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

Responsibilities

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
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
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
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
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
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
Build high-performing, cross-functional teams across internal and external partners

Benefits

health insurance
wellness and family support programs
life and disability insurance
retirement savings plans
paid leave programs
education related programs
paid holidays
vacation time
highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results
eligibility to participate in our long-term incentive program
Relocation support available through our Global Mobility Policies