**Job Description** **Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?** **Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Uniquely Yours.** You help implement the operational excellence program in a specific function and/or for cross-functional continuous improvement (CI) projects. You are not only responsible for applying CI tools and techniques for problem solving and performance improvement but more importantly, you help employees improve their CI skills and build their self-sufficiency. **How you will contribute** You will: + Provide training on CI tools and techniques to help drive teams through CI cycles. You will also coach employees to help them achieve their targets + Identify process improvement needs with department leads, facilitate sessions and support execution of newly established improvements + Once improvements are done, validate outcome benefits and support creation of new standards and qualification of members into new working processes + Benchmark externally, ensuring where relevant that best practice and new tools are deployed in collaboration with internal partners **What you will bring** A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge: + Experience implementing CI processes (e.g. TPM for manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma in the consumer goods industry) + Strong facilitation and communication skills + Experience in change management processes + Logical thinking and capacity to influence + Results oriented and prepared to deal with ambiguity + Experience such as: continuous improvement manager, team leader roles, area manager **More about this role** **What you need to know about this position:** The base salary range for this position is $95,100 to $110,967; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results In addition, Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays, and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.” **What extra ingredients you will bring:** Working independently, you will lead the "War on Waste" initiative, identifying, prioritizing, and managing continuous improvement projects to reduce waste and improve efficiency. You will be responsible for data analysis, Lean implementation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements. This position requires you to champion the "War on Waste" vision, influencing decisions and project work based on data analysis, executing this work to eliminate waste, and implementing processes to prevent waste going forward. In addition, you will be a key member of the Focused Improvement (FI) Pillar, owning at least one work process, supporting other productivity initiatives, and tracking productivity projects at the bakery level. + Experience in continuous improvement within a food manufacturing environment, with a focus on waste reduction. + Proven track record of successfully leading and implementing Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma projects. + Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and tools (Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kaizen, Standard Work, Visual Management). + Proficiency in Six Sigma methodologies (DMAIC). + Excellent data analysis and problem-solving skills using statistical tools and methodologies (e.g., SPC, Minitab, Power BI, etc.). + Strong project management skills with the ability to lead and manage multiple projects. + Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to champion the "War on Waste" vision. + Ability to effectively influence and lead cross functional teams. + A passionate and relentless drive to eliminate waste. + Knowledge of food safety and quality regulations (HACCP, GMP). + Experience owning and driving a significant waste reduction initiative from ideation to validation (preferred). **Education / Certifications:** + Education / Certifications:BS or MS in Engineering (Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or related field). + Minimum of3-5years of related experience in engineering, manufacturing, or related field. + Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred. Lean Manufacturing certification a plus. + SAP experience is highly preferred. **Job specific requirements: Onsite** **Travel requirements: None** **Work schedule: Monday- Friday ( 8am-5pm)** 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** The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, we produce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands—including Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products —are close at hand for our consumers across the country. Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance. For more information about your Federal rights, please see eeopost.pdf ; EEO is the Law Poster Supplement ; Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision ; Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal **Job Type** Regular Process excellence Business Capability At Mondelēz International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right through offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broader 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 – both global and local. 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 number 1 position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy as well as the No. 2 position in gum Our 80,000 Makers and Bakers are located in our operations in more than 80 countries and are working to sell our products in over 150 countries around the world. They 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. Join us and Make It An Opportunity! Mondelez Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.