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.

The Continuous Improvement (CI) Lead plays a pivotal role in driving and sustaining a culture of continuous improvement within the MDS Function and MDLZ NA Business Units. The primary responsibilities include managing CI programs, providing training and guidance on structured problem-solving methodologies, and leading priority projects across the CI spectrum.

Main Responsibilities:

Equip Organization with Training & Tools:

• Develop and implement training programs to equip employees with the necessary skills and tools for continuous improvement and structured problem-solving.

• Ensure widespread adoption and proficiency in CI methodologies across the organization.

Boost CI Culture:

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by empowering and enabling employees to participate in improvement initiatives.

• Lead the Kaizen Program to encourage idea generation, sharing, and implementation.

Mentorship of Structured Problem-Solving Initiatives:

• Provide active mentorship and guidance for CI initiatives, leveraging methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma, Agile, and Design Thinking.

• Lead process simplification efforts using industry-established problem-solving tools and methodologies.

Lead Process Simplification:

• Utilize Lean Six Sigma, Agile/Scrum Projects, Kaizen Workshops, and other tools to streamline processes and eliminate waste.

• Conduct value stream mapping, lean analysis, and waste analysis to identify opportunities for improvement.

Career Experiences Required:

• Develop effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to drive performance improvements.

• Demonstrate strong teamwork skills and the ability to build a network.

• Energize others and possess excellent communication, presentation, training, and interpersonal skills.

• Engage stakeholders at various organizational levels, from operations to executive leadership.

• Effectively manage time, prioritize work, multitask, and delegate assignments.

• Display high analytical capabilities and relevant process expertise to identify issues and formulate recommendations

More about this role

• 7+ years of experience in a global business services environment or internal service delivery.

• Progressive work experience in Simplification & Innovation, including Lean Six Sigma and Agile methodologies.

• Experience in navigating complex organizations with matrix reporting structures.

• Strong project management skills with hands-on delivery of end-to-end improvement projects.

• Black Belt Certification in Lean Six Sigma.

• Optional: Recognized Agile certifications such as Certified Scrum Master, Certified Product Owner, Certified Enterprise Coach, SAFe Agilist.

• Ability to break down complex problems and develop productive working relationships with diverse teams and business leaders.

• Ability to influence stakeholders without direct authority.

The Continuous Improvement Lead will play a critical role in driving organizational excellence and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, ultimately leading to enhanced efficiency, effectiveness, and value creation.

No Relocation support available

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.

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.