Chocolate FP&A Manager, India
Location - Mumbai HO
About the Role
We are looking for a seasoned finance professional to serve as the Finance Business Partner for our Chocolate Category. This is not a traditional financial reporting role - it is a strategic, end-to-end business ownership position where you will act as the financial conscience and co-pilot for the Chocolate business. You will be deeply embedded in the category team, influencing decisions across the value chain - from sourcing and manufacturing to marketing, sales, and P&L delivery.
Main Responsibilities
Strategic Business Partnership
- Own the end-to-end P&L for the Chocolate category, driving top-line growth and bottom-line profitability
- Act as a trusted advisor to the Category Head and cross-functional leadership on all financial and commercial decisions
- Co-create the Annual Contract (AC) and Long-Range Strategic Plan (LRP) for the Chocolate portfolio
- Lead scenario planning, business modeling, and "what-if" analyses to evaluate new opportunities, product launches, and market expansion strategies
Revenue & Commercial Finance
- Partner with Sales and Trade Marketing to design and evaluate trade spend, pricing strategies, and promotional effectiveness
- Analyze channel and customer profitability to optimize the route-to-market strategy
- Drive Revenue Growth Management (RGM) initiatives including price-pack architecture, mix optimization, and elasticity modeling
Cost & Supply Chain Finance
- Collaborate with Procurement and Supply Chain teams to manage input cost volatility (cocoa, sugar, dairy, packaging) and drive cost-saving programs
- Own the standard costing process, manufacturing variances, and conversion cost optimization
- Evaluate make vs. buy decisions, co-packing arrangements, and capacity investment proposals
Innovation & Portfolio Management
- Provide financial leadership on New Product Development (NPD) - from business case creation to post-launch evaluation
- Assess portfolio health through SKU rationalization, margin analysis, and contribution mapping
- Build robust financial models for brand extensions, premiumization strategies, and adjacency plays
Marketing & Brand Investment
- Partner with Marketing to evaluate A&P (Advertising & Promotion) spend effectiveness and ROI
- Ensure optimal allocation of brand investment across sub-brands, campaigns, and media channels
- Track and report on brand P&L performance with actionable insights
Financial Planning, Reporting & Controls
- Lead the Monthly Business Review (MBR) process with variance analysis, risk/opportunity identification, and rolling forecasts
- Ensure robust internal controls, compliance, and governance across all financial processes
- Drive continuous improvement in reporting quality, automation, and data-driven decision-making
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Influence and challenge business decisions with a "Finance with a Point of View" mindset
- Represent Finance in S&OP / IBP (Integrated Business Planning) meetings
- Mentor and develop junior finance team members embedded in the category
Career Experience & Qualifications
- Education: CA/MBA (Finance) from a reputed institution
- Experience: 8-10 years of progressive finance experience, preferably in FMCG / CPG / Food & Beverage industry
- Strong experience in Category Finance is highly preferred. We are also open to candidates with diversified Business Finance experience, demonstrated through multiple stints across areas such as Commercial Finance, Supply Chain Finance, FP&A, Marketing Finance or other business partnering roles, bringing a well-rounded understanding of the end-to-end P&L and value chain.
- Proven track record of business partnering at a category or BU level - not limited to reporting or controllership
- Deep understanding of end-to-end value chain economics - from raw material to shelf
- Experience in Chocolate, Confectionery, or Snacking categories is strongly preferred
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
Mondelez India Foods Private Limited (formerly Cadbury India Ltd.) has been in India for over 70 years, making sure our mouth-watering and well-loved local and global brands such as Cadbury chocolates, Bournvita and Tang powdered beverages, Oreo and Cadbury Bournvita biscuits, and Halls and Cadbury Choclairs Gold candies get safely into our customers hands-and mouths. Headquartered in Mumbai, the company has more than 3,300 employees proudly working across sales offices in New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai and in manufacturing facilities at Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh, at our global Research & Development Technical Centre and Global Business Hub in Maharashtra and in a vast distribution network across the country. We are also proud to be recognised by Avatar as the Best Companies for Women in India in 2019 - the fourth time we've received this award.
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
Regular
Finance Planning & Performance Management
Finance
Skills Required
- Experience in financial planning and performance management, including financial data collection, analysis, planning, reporting, modeling, KPI management, investment decisions, and cost management.
- Business acumen and understanding of the consumer packaged goods industry and local snacking market dynamics.
- Experience working in a regional or local business.
- Leadership, business partnering, and communication skills in a large regional or local public company.
- Digital mindset and ability to identify and execute technology-enabled operational improvements.
- Integrity, sound judgment, and adherence to company policies and external regulations.
Mondelēz International Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials list medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, an Employee Assistance Program, and optional critical illness/accident insurance among standard U.S. offerings, with wellness resources highlighted in some locations. The breadth of health programs is detailed across official and role-specific pages.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) savings plan with company match, with sources describing competitive match formulas and, for some employee groups, additional company contributions or legacy pension arrangements. These elements are positioned as part of a strong U.S. financial benefits package.
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Parental & Family Support — The U.S. policy provides 10 weeks of paid parental bonding leave for all caregivers, plus short‑term disability time for birth mothers. Adoption and surrogacy assistance and childcare-related supports are also called out in official materials.
Mondelēz International Insights
What We Do
Mondelēz International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MDLZ) is an American multinational confectionery, food, and beverage company based in Illinois which employs approximately 90,000 individuals around the world. Our Purpose Our purpose is to empower people to snack right. We will lead the future of snacking around the world by offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. Our Brands We’re leading the future of snacking with iconic brands such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. Our People Our 90,000+ colleagues around the world are key to the success of our business. Our Values and Leadership Commitments of Love our Consumers and Brands, Grow Every Day, and Do What's Right shapes our culture – what we believe in, stand for, and what guides our actions and decisions. Great people and great brands. That’s who we are. Our Strategies We are uniquely positioned to lead the future of snacking with strong leadership in our categories, an unparalleled portfolio of global and local brands, and a solid footprint in fast-growing markets. Aimed at delivering sustainable growth, our strategic plan is centered around three strategic priorities: • Growth: accelerate consumer-centric growth • Execution: drive operational excellence • Culture: build a winning growth culture
Why Work With Us
We offer passionate, energetic and curious people a huge choice of careers in our fun, fast-paced, global business. We operate in four regions: Asia, Middle East & Africa; Europe; Latin America; and North America. And in over 80 countries our people are united in a common purpose to empower people to snack right.
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