Project Commercialization Manager - Moulded position at Mondelēz International.| India

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Mondelēz International Project Commercialization Manager - Moulded

Experience: 8-years

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Mumbai, India....India

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. Job Summary: The Project Commercialization Manager is responsible for leading end to end commercialization of new products, product changes, and strategic initiatives from concept through successful market launch and post launch optimization. The role drives cross functional collaboration across supply chain, R&D, marketing, sales, finance, regulatory and operations teams to ensure timely, cost effective and compliant delivery of projects. This role acts as the central program owner who synchronizes stakeholders, manages timelines, mitigates risks, and ensures that all operational, commercial, and regulatory requirements are met to support business growth, margin improvement, and successful product launches. Operating in a dynamic and matrix environment, the Project Commercialization Manager balances strategic oversight with hands-on project execution while ensuring alignment with overall business strategy and operational readiness. How you will contribute 1. End to End Product Commercialization Lead the full commercialization lifecycle for new products, packaging changes, product renovations, and strategic initiatives from early concept through successful market launch. Drive commercialization planning across multiple functions ensuring alignment with product strategy, brand positioning, pricing, and distribution plans. Ensure successful transition of projects through defined stage gate processes while meeting all technical, commercial, regulatory and operational requirements. Manage post launch monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize product performance and supply chain efficiency. 2. Project Management & Execution Lead projects from opportunity assessment through execution using structured project management frameworks and governance processes. Develop and maintain detailed project plans including scope, timelines, milestones, deliverables, and resource requirements. Track project progress, manage dependencies and ensure alignment across cross functional teams. Organize and facilitate project reviews, stage gate meetings, and leadership updates. Ensure project documentation, governance compliance, and adherence to internal project management methodologies. Manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast paced environment while maintaining execution discipline 3. Cross Functional Leadership Act as the central liaison between key business functions including: Marketing and Sales Research & Development Supply Chain (Procurement, Manufacturing, Planning, Logistics) Finance Regulatory and Quality Commercial Operations External partners and suppliers Others Drive alignment across stakeholders, ensure clarity of responsibilities and enable effective decision making across teams. Build strong working relationships across functions to accelerate project execution and ensure accountability. 4. Supply Chain & Operational Readiness Partner with supply chain teams to ensure end to end operational readiness for product launches. Validate manufacturing capacity, production scheduling, inventory readiness, and distribution plans. Coordinate procurement, supplier readiness, raw material availability, and manufacturing capabilities to support project timelines. Ensure first production runs, plant readiness, packaging readiness, and distribution network alignment prior to launch. Identify operational risks and develop mitigation plans to avoid disruptions during commercialization. 5. Risk Management & Governance Identify project risks, resource constraints, and operational challenges early in the project lifecycle. Develop mitigation plans, contingency strategies, and escalation mechanisms to manage risks effectively. Maintain visibility on project critical paths and proactively address bottlenecks. Ensure governance through stage gate processes, leadership reporting and compliance with internal policies and procedures. 6. Commercial Strategy & Business Planning Support development of commercialization strategies including market positioning, pricing strategy, channel strategy, and product roadmap. Contribute to business planning, cost modelling, and financial evaluation of projects including ROI and profitability analysis. Support proposal development, commercial evaluations, contract negotiations, and vendor management where required. Ensure commercial models accurately reflect expected business outcomes and strategic objectives. 7. Stakeholder Communication & Leadership Reporting Lead regular cross functional project meetings to track progress and ensure alignment. Provide clear and structured project updates to senior leadership including: Project timelines and milestones Critical path analysis Risk assessment and mitigation plans Financial and operational implications Communicate effectively across internal stakeholders, leadership teams, and external partners to ensure transparency and informed decision making. 8. Market Intelligence & Innovation Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, consumer behavior and competitive landscape to identify new opportunities. Support innovation initiatives and product development strategies aligned with market needs. Leverage insights from market feedback and performance metrics to refine commercialization strategies and product offerings. What you will bring A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career with the following skills & competencies: Required Skills & Competencies Strong project management and program leadership capabilities Ability to lead cross functional teams in matrix organizations Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills Strategic thinking combined with strong execution discipline Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Strong communication and presentation skills Ability to manage ambiguity and bring structure to complex initiatives Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Risk management and decision-making capability Change management and transformation leadership Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing, or related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred. Project Management certification (PMP or equivalent) is desirable. Experience Typically, 5 to 8 years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas: Supply Chain Management Project or Program Management Product Commercialization Operations or Manufacturing Product Development or New Product Introduction (NPI) Experience managing cross functional initiatives is preferred. Tools & Systems Experience with project management and enterprise systems such as: Microsoft Project or similar project management tools SAP or other ERP platforms Data analysis and reporting tools Key Success Metrics On time product launches Project milestone adherence Successful stage gate progression Supply chain readiness for launches Cost optimization and margin improvement Risk mitigation and issue resolution Stakeholder alignment and execution efficiency 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 Mondelez India Foods Private Limited (formerly Cadbury India Ltd.) has been in India for over 70 years, making sure our mouth-watering and well-loved local and global brands such as Cadbury chocolates, Bournvita and Tang powdered beverages, Oreo and Cadbury Bournvita biscuits, and Halls and Cadbury Choclairs Gold candies get safely into our customers hands—and mouths . Headquartered in Mumbai, the company has more than 3,300 employees proudly working across sales offices in New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai and in manufacturing facilities at Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh, at our global Research & Development Technical Centre and Global Business Hub in Maharashtra and in a vast distribution network across the country. We are also proud to be recognised by Avatar as the Best Companies for Women in India in 2019 – the fourth time we’ve received this award. 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 and Program Management Business Capability

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