Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?
Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Uniquely Yours (job-sharing model also possible).
This Finance Manager role is responsible for the overall financial integrity and performance of the DE Bakery & DACH Meals categories. The position supports the Senior Manager Category Finance DACH with business proposal preparation, assumption verification, objective delivery, and ensuring timely, accurate reporting. It also leads the reporting and analysis processes for the Annual Contract, Forecast updates, and Actuals for these categories, providing critical financial insights to stakeholders. The role includes managing a direct report & a third-party resources.
How you will contribute
Your responsibilities will be:
- Financial Analysis & Decision Support: Provide financial analysis and decision support to the Category Marketing team and Senior Manager Category Finance DACH on matters impacting short-term results and strategic decisions.
- Cross-Functional Partnership: Drive cross-functional collaboration with Demand Planning, Business Excellence, Commercial Controlling, and Project Management, acting as a proactive business partner to the Local Marketing team to ensure optimal business decisions.
- Team Management: Manage Category Finance Analyst to ensure appropriate support and reporting for DE Bakery & DACHMeals performance and I2M (Idea-to-Market) processes.
- Financial Planning & Reporting: Lead financial planning processes and actual reporting/analysis for total DE Bakery & DACH Meals.
- Performance Assessment: Prepare insightful, timely, and accurate financial analysis to assess operating performance against targets, identify risks/opportunities, and support financial evaluations (e.g., new product launches, cost/pricing changes) with Category Finance Analyst support.
- Proposal Evaluation: Provide financial calculations and qualitative evaluations for marketing proposals (e.g., New Product Development, Price Increases) and AR (Appropriation Request) proposals for Capex/investments.
- Controls & Compliance: Contribute to a strong controls and compliance environment, ensuring policy understanding and proper controls within Mondelēz International.
What you will bring
A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in:
- 5+ years of relevant financial experience (ideally in the FMCG sector)
- University degree (Controlling or Business Administration / Finance)
- Strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of business processes, and proven expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial analysis.
- Knowledge of commercial finance principles (not accounting-focused).
- Leadership experience not explicitly required, but experience managing or mentoring a small team is beneficial.
- Fluent English skills are mandatory, German skills are an advantage
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities. For further support during the application process, please contact the local employee representation for people with disabilities at [email protected].
Relocation Support Available?
No Relocation support available
Business Unit Summary
We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply!
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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.
Excited to grow your career?
We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply!
IF YOU REQUIRE SUPPORT TO COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION OR DURING THE INTERVIEW PROCESS, PLEASE CONTACT THE RECRUITER
Job Type
Regular
Finance Planning & Performance Management
Finance
Skills Required
- 5+ years of relevant financial experience (ideally FMCG)
- University degree in Controlling, Business Administration, or Finance
- Strong analytical skills and deep understanding of business processes
- Proven expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial analysis
- Knowledge of commercial finance principles (not accounting-focused)
- Experience managing or mentoring a small team
- Fluent English skills
- German language skills
Mondelēz International Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) program is characterized by strong company matching, with some eligible groups also receiving a base company contribution. Feedback suggests negotiated updates at represented sites have further enhanced retirement features.
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Healthcare Strength — Coverage spans medical, dental, vision, mental‑health resources, life and disability insurance, and tax‑advantaged accounts, supported by wellness and EAP offerings. Onsite or company‑sponsored wellbeing initiatives provide additional day‑to‑day support.
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Parental & Family Support — A published global parental‑leave standard and resources such as lactation/wellness rooms signal structured support for caregivers. Bonding leave for all caregivers and other family‑care supports are highlighted in published 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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