**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.** **How you will contribute** Working with cross-functional partners regionally and globally, you will champion the deployment of the local digitalization agenda and initiatives. In this role, you will support engineering teams in single or multiple location(s) on Digitalization, Automation, Vision Systems, Process Control, and Capability Training. + You will work closely with plant teams in troubleshooting and deploying pilot solutions. + You will have the opportunity to present best-practice implementations based on your projects to the engineering community globally. + Work cross-functionally to develop and implement a strategic digitalization & automation road-map. Partner with internal & external stakeholders and service providers to define and meet Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Sustainability, and Engagement goals. + Establish strong governance to review & control performance and a continuous Improvement plan to deliver against best-in-class both internally and externally. + Interface with key stakeholders internally and externally to develop and maintain effective relationships, align priorities in order to deliver the company objectives, and goals. **What you will bring** A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in: + Significant engineering and operations experience + Project management + Leading to work effectively across cross-functional teams and influencing key stakeholders + Technical expertise across engineering disciplines and high expertise in one or more domains **More about this role** **Key Responsibilities** **Digitalization:** + Drive the Digital Manufacturing Transformation by developing, aligning, and executing site roadmaps. + Lead Industry 4.0 digitalization projects from start to finish (feasibility, implementation, adoption). + Guide plants in developing their digital journey and roadmap strategies. + Actively participate in the design, implementation, and utilization of new digital solutions to benefit the region. + Develop and execute the Digitalization roadmap, fostering a culture of digital transformation. + Act as a digital advisor, identifying continuous improvement and performance enhancement opportunities using digital tools. + Engage with regional and global leaders on Industry 4.0 strategy. + Ensure new projects align with global standards. + Promote multidisciplinary collaboration to improve real-time visibility across departments. + Lead the Industry 4.0 capability strategy, coordinating and creating a roadmap for capability development, documentation, and training. **Automation:** Lead the Process, Control & Information Systems initiatives within the region. + Support regional roadmaps for automation. + Work with the engineering department to align projects, identifying potential productivity improvements. **Site Security:** Manage site cybersecurity within the region, following MINT standards. + Ensure regional compliance with company standards for automation, infrastructure (MINT), and cybersecurity. + Ensure safe installations and operations through proper design, protection systems, procedures, and training. **What you need to know about this position:** + Located in one of our MENAP/SSA plants or at our offices. + This role involves BU/regional responsibility with a global perspective. + Requires a blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders at various levels. + Strong understanding of Industry 4.0 concepts and their practical application in a manufacturing environment **Education / Certifications:** + Minimum University degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Computer Science, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering, or related field) or equivalent relevant experience. + Fluent in English. **Job specific requirements :** + Minimum 10+ years of experience in a technical function within a manufacturing environment. + **Technical Expertise:** Manufacturing automation technologies, machine vision, automation systems, testing & qualification experience, process & packaging equipment knowledge. + **Project Management:** Strong project management methodology knowledge, experience in leading large-scale projects. + **Digital Skills:** Automation (PLC) knowledge and basic programming knowledge is a plus. Skills in Python, PowerBI, and industrial control systems (Rockwell, Siemens, Beckhoff) are a plus. + **Soft Skills:** + Influencing and collaborating effectively with stakeholders. + Working within multicultural teams. + Interest in driving digital adoption and capability. + Excellent communication and presentation skills. + **IL6S/TPM:** Proven expertise in IL6S/TPM methodologies through hands-on operational experience. Demonstrated experience in applying Lean principles across the end-to-end supply chain. + Passion for Engineering, Industry 4.0, and digitalization for manufacturing. + Strong track record of leading and directing others, with experience in previous leadership roles. + Exceptional influencing and leadership skills, with the ability to build strong, collaborative, long-term relationships at all levels of the organization. + Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with senior leaders. + Experience leading cross-regional and cross-functional teams. **Key Skills & Competencies:** + Strategic Thinking + Project Management + Technical Expertise (Automation, Digitalization, Cybersecurity) + Communication & Influencing + Leadership & Team Management + Problem Solving + IL6S/TPM principles **Location:** This is a Business Unit (BU) or Plant base position; the successful candidate can remain based in their current country within the MENAP & SSA region. 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** Regular Project Engineering Science & Engineering 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.