Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?
Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.
Working as part of a cross functional team, you lead and deliver the RDQ activities required to complete new product development, portfolio maintenance and/or productivity projects with an emphasis on meeting the desired consumer experience. You will drive consumer-led product development from concept through commercialization, translating strategic business objectives and consumer insights into commercially viable solutions.
What you need to know about this position:
Key responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Project Leadership - Work independently to plan, lead, and coordinate technical projects in line with R&D, marketing, and manufacturing requirements
- Process Design & Deployment - Lead RDQ activities required to complete process design and deployment for innovation, growth, and cost optimization projects across multiple geographies, with emphasis on delivering the desired consumer experience
- Consumer-Led Specifications - Create and maintain accurate consumer-led specifications
- Stakeholder Management - Influence decisions based on conclusions made from analysis and interpretation of results
- Technical Networks - Establish internal and external technical networks and interact independently with relevant leaders and stakeholders
- Pilot & Factory Trials - Plan, lead, and coordinate pilot plant and factory trials in accordance with GMP and HACCP requirements
- Communication - Effectively communicate project status and risks to cross-functional teams
- I2M Process - Strong understanding of Idea to Market (I2M or similar) process and proven ability to drive projects from concept through commercialization in collaboration with cross-functional partner
What extra ingredients you will bring:
- Food science, science, or engineering ideally in a fast-moving consumer goods market
- Technical Expertise: Strong foundation in food science, consumer-focused mindset, curiosity, and problem-solving skills
- Compliance: Adherence to technical policies and procedures
- Skills: Ability to interpret results, report and present findings, and make recommendations that shape decision-making within project teams, prioritizing, agility and managing multiple priorities, attention to details, organized and can work independently, good knowledge and understanding on MS Office Tools
Education / Certifications:
- Science and Engineering background >8 years' experience
Job specific requirements:
- Minimum 5-8 years lab work experience preferably within the food industry- confectionery and powdered beverages, manage complex projects by influencing multi-functional teams will be an advantage.
No Relocation support available
Business Unit Summary
At Mondelēz International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right by offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broad range of delicious, high-quality snacks that nourish life's moments, made with sustainable ingredients and packaging that consumers can feel good about.
We have a rich portfolio of strong brands globally and locally including many household names such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. We are proud to hold the top position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy and the second top position in gum.
Our 80,000 makers and bakers are located in more than 80 countries and we sell our products in over 150 countries around the world. Our people are energized for growth and critical to us living our purpose and values. We are a diverse community that can make things happen-and happen fast.
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
Product development
Science & Engineering
Skills Required
- Science or engineering background
- More than 8 years of experience in science or engineering
- 5-8 years of laboratory work experience
- Food industry experience, preferably in confectionery and powdered beverages
- Experience managing complex projects and influencing multifunctional teams
- Strong foundation in food science
- Ability to interpret results, report and present findings, and make recommendations
- Knowledge of GMP and HACCP requirements
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
- Ability to prioritize, manage multiple priorities, work independently, and maintain attention to detail
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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