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.

You will execute initiatives through I2M and IIM processes for the site and ensure effective execution, coordination, tracking & communication of change as it relates to new and existing products, packaging and processes for the plant.

How you will contribute

You will:

• Support Project Development / Execution: Execute initiatives through I2M/IIM (Innovation 2 Market; Initiative Management), Provide critical inputs to the site BD leader (specifically for IIM Design Reviews (DR2 – DR6)); From Design reviews-DR 4 onwards execute project activities on the site; Master data creation, Art Work, Raw/Pack Material availability, Track timings – and report to project team. Organize trials and FPA’s (e.g. materials, team logistics etc.). Communication and execution of promotional activities within the I2M process.
• Support ongoing business simplification: Provide inputs to Site BD leader to support Integration of overall site change management agenda to ensure delivery of projects while maintaining service levels. Coordination (planning and tracking) with all plant departments for plant trials, key project activities. Status tracking and communication of Plant activities key Cross functional team members (external to the plant). Work on the de-complexity agenda and support the delivery of the site productivity and improvement agenda. Ensure execution of regional /global menu cards and ensure that manufacturing hurdle rates are met.
• Support site BD Leader to Manage the interfaces with the category PCMs, be responsible for the timely execution of new initiatives and business related projects using IIM methodology; Coordinates effectively with Operations Core team to setup VSU teams for the projects and with the Engineering team to manage startup and construction activities for the projects.

What you will bring

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

• Strong operational & manufacturing experience in CPG industry with experience in TPM-Total productive maintenance, 5s, LEAN, 6 sigma tools and concepts, Safety & GMP standards
• Possess financial & business acumen, project management skills and Knowledge of industrial manufacturing equipment, Technology & Engineering automation basics.
• Computer proficiency (MS Office to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint) & experience in ERP systems. Excellent communication skills (Verbal and Written), Analytical & Problem solving skills, strong collaboration and relationship management skills.

More about this role

What you need to know about this position:

Key Accountabilities

1. Business Development & Growth Delivery
Lead the end-to-end execution of new product developments (NPDs) and sourcing projects.
Translate regional/category strategy into site execution roadmaps.
Own Innovation & Initiative Management (IIM/I2M) governance for plant projects.
Support portfolio expansion, new market sourcing, and vertical start-ups.
Represent manufacturing in cross-regional commercial and category forums.

2. CAPEX & Engineering Governance
Own annual CAPEX planning and long-term infrastructure roadmap.
Lead capital projects from feasibility to commissioning and vertical start-up.
Prepare capital appropriation requests (CARs) and financial justifications.
Ensure projects deliver on scope, timing, cost, and performance guarantees.
Manage automation and digitalization programs aligned with Factory of the Future.

3. Productivity & Cost Leadership
Drive Conversion and Non-Conversion productivity programs.
Lead RM/PM cost optimization workshops with cross-functional teams.
Optimize Internal Billing Rates (IBRs) and plant cost structures.
Deliver savings aligned with Annual Contract (AC) commitments.
Conduct financial evaluations, simulations, and risk assessments for major initiatives.

4. Capacity & Asset Optimization
Evaluate and upgrade plant capacities to support growth agenda.
Lead debottlenecking initiatives and line extensions.
Implement lean manufacturing and IL6S loss elimination principles.
Ensure compliance with World Class Manufacturing standards.

5. Financial & Strategic Planning
Build and manage BD&E annual budget.
Support site P&L through strong financial governance of projects.
Conduct scenario analysis and business case modeling.
Align site masterplan with 3–5 year growth strategy.

6. Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Lead and mentor engineers and project teams.
Act as key liaison between plant and regional BD/Engineering leadership.
Facilitate stage-gate approvals and senior leadership reviews.
Drive high-performance culture and capability building within the team.

What extra ingredients you will bring:

Strong business acumen with ability to represent the plant holistically in key projects and forums.
Strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution capability.
Financial literacy across CAPEX, OPEX, ROI, IRR, and payback modeling.
Structured project management approach.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional and cross-regional teams.
High stakeholder influence and communication capability.
Change management and transformation leadership.

Education / Certifications:

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering
PMP Certification preferred.

Job specific requirements:

3–5 years of experience in CAPEX Project Management.
Experience with NPD and innovation management processes.

Travel requirements:

None

Work schedule:

Full-Time

No Relocation support available

Business Unit Summary

Mondelēz International in the Middle East, North Africa and Pakistan serves the Middle East and Africa markets as well as Australia, New Zealand, the UK and Canada. Headquartered in Dubai, UAE, we have more than 2600 employees working across seven plants and six commercial offices; we make, bake, sell and deliver our products to customers. We are market leaders in key snacking categories with iconic global and local brands including Cadbury Dairy Milk chocolate, Milka, Oreo and belVita biscuits, Barni Cakes,Tang powdered beverage, Chiclets and Trident gum and Halls candy.

Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type

RegularManufacturing supportManufacturing