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Operational Excellence Lead, Southeast

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Bachelor's degree is required
  • Experience leading Branch Support Teams or equivalent in operational excellence or logistics
  • Experience implementing continuous improvement initiatives and process improvement frameworks
  • Ability to work remotely from the Southeast United States and travel 50-75% as needed

Requirements:

  • Lead initiatives aligned with Must Win Battle imperatives (Safety, Service, Cost/Savings, and People) with a primary focus on Direct Store Delivery (DSD) operations
  • Drive productivity and financial performance by leading the Branch Support Team to execute productivity initiatives using advanced project management and problem-solving methodologies to meet budget targets
  • Cultivate capability in process excellence by guiding Branch Support Teams in continuous improvement and implementing/optimizing the iDSD Functional Framework to ensure efficiency, consistency, and standardization
  • Champion the CSL IL6S Vision Deployment by spearheading integration and deployment of the CSL IL6S framework per the Master Plan to achieve Zero Losses and 100% Engagement

Job description

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Possible.

This key leadership role will strategically collaborate with the Region Director of Customer Logistics to drive significant advancements in operational excellence and foster sustainable business performance across the Region. The role will lead initiatives aligned with our 'Must Win Battle' imperatives: Safety, Service, Cost (Savings), and People, primarily focusing on Direct Store Delivery (DSD) operations. 

  • Drive Productivity & Financial Performance: Lead the Branch Support Team to execute the productivity initiatives, leveraging advanced project management and problem-solving methodologies to consistently achieve planned budgetary targets and enhance operational efficiency. 

  • Cultivate Capability & Process Excellence: Guide and empower Branch Support Teams in continuous improvement efforts, implementing and optimizing the iDSD Functional Framework to ensure operational efficiency, consistency, and standardization across all relevant processes. 

  • Champion the CS&L IL6S Vision & Deployment: Spearhead the integration and deployment of the CS&L IL6S framework, adhering to the established Master Plan to achieve critical outcomes of Zero Losses and 100% Engagement. 

Education / Certifications:

Bachelor's degree is required

Travel requirements:

50-75%

Work schedule:

This position is remote in the SE United States.

Salary and Benefits:

The base salary range for this position is $122,000 to $167,750; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education and location. 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.

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 Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. 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.

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