Job DescriptionAre You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Uniquely Yours.This position will play a critical role in preparing and protecting the organization from potential disruptions, ensuring that business operations can continue during and after a crisis. It will partner with NA MSC Planning, Procurement, Operations (Internal Manufacturing and External Manufacturing), CS&L, HR and Finance teams to support the development of comprehensive Business Continuity Plans (BCP), with the aim to minimize the impact of unforeseen events such as natural disasters, infrastructure, or other emergencies. Its work involves a strategic blend of risk assessment, contingency planning, and stakeholder communication to safeguard the organization's interests and maintain operational resilience.How you will contributeYou will:
Create a strong partnership with NA MSC Planning, Procurement, Operations (Internal and External Manufacturing), CS&L, HR and Finance teams.
Establishes a framework and methodology to manage all business continuity life cycle activities, including risk assessment, business impact analysis, strategy development, implementation, testing and review, plan maintenance and updates.
Support BCP Focal Points on the periodical review, validation, and workflow testing of documented BCPs and develop / implement organization-wide training and communications.
Establish clear communication channels and protocols for use during a disruption to maintain information flow.
Monitor and report on potential risks, incidents, and BCP activations to Sr. Leadership Team.
Manage the response to actual disruptions, including activation of the BCP/DRP and coordination of recovery efforts.
Conduct post-incident reviews to analyze the effectiveness of the response and to make necessary adjustments to plans and strategies.
What you will bringA desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:
EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION SKILLS and able to drive effective discussions with BCP resources from tactical execution level up to steering committee members.
LEADERSHIP SKILLS including proven business partnering and communication skills.
BUSINESS ACUMEN with a deep understanding of business practices
GROWTH/DIGITAL MINDSET and the ability to identify strategic opportunities and leverage technology to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
INTEGRITY and sound judgement in all decisions and interactions aligned with our values and policies and external regulations.
More about this roleResponsibilities:
Establishes a framework and methodology to manage all business continuity life cycle activities, including risk assessment, business impact analysis, strategy development, implementation, testing and review, plan maintenance and updates.
Lead periodic review, validation, and workflow testing of documented BCPs and develop / implement organization-wide training and communications.
What extra ingredients you will bring:
Risk-based mindset.
Excellent communication (verbal & written).
Problem solving and team building.
Interpersonal savvy and be able to work effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
Learning on the fly.
Stakeholder management and ability to influence positively in decision making.
Work in a diverse multi-cultural environment and teams based in remote/ off-site locations.
Excellent computer fluency in Microsoft Suite; (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Visio).
Education / Certifications:
Bachelor’s Degree required and Master's Degree is a plus.
Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) or similar BCP certification is a plus.
Job specific requirements:
3+ years of experience in a leadership role within the following areas: Supply Chain, Planning, Procurement, Manufacturing, External Manufacturing, CS&L, Internal Controls/Audit.
Proven experience of project management methodology.
Location:
This is an onsite role based in our Chicago Bakery, 7300 S Kedzie Avenue, Chicago IL 60629
No Relocation support availableBusiness Unit SummaryThe 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 TypeRegularProject and Program ManagementBusiness CapabilityAt 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 gumOur 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.
