Oreo Project Commercialization Development Manager

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.
Do you get excited by the challenge of leading multiple innovation and renovation projects across the world`s most beloved brands? As a Product Change Development Manager for Oreo, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of one of the most icon and globally recognized snacks. Oreo is more than a cookie - it is a cultural phenomenon with a footprint in over 100 countries and a reputation for continuous innovation and consumer love.
In this role, you will lead the delivery of Oreo`s diverse and dynamic product portfolio, managing cross-functional teams and coaching Product Change Manager to bring packaging and product changes to life. With a strong execution mindset, this role combines hands-on project leadership, people management, and portfolio coordination. You will be a key player in ensuring Mondelez delivers with precision, impact and innovation - on time, in full, and with world-class quality for Oreo.
How you will contribute
You will:

• Lead the execution of cross-functional I2M (Innovation to Market) projects from planning to launch, supporting delivery on time, in scope, and within budget.
• Drive compliance with Mondelez`s procedures and methodologies, driving gate readiness, documentation, risk assessment and mitigation.
• Facilitate project meetings, including status updates, action tracking, and risk escalation, to enable effective decision-making.
• Drive alignment and act as the central connector across key functions such as Marketing, R&D, Quality Procurement and Manufacturing.
• Ensure strong data accuracy and integrity to support timely reporting, governance and decision-making.

Portfolio management

• Manage the Oreo portfolio, maintaining visibility on project timelines, interdependencies, and resource needs.
• Establish and lead strong governance practices, overseeing project timelines, risk management, resource planning, and performance reporting.
• Represent the portfolio in forums and reviews, providing relevant updates and anticipating risks.
• Support the growth of project management culture within the organization, modeling structured, collaborative, and forward-looking ways of working.

People management

• Directly manage a team of Product Change Managers providing day-to-day support, coaching and development discussions.
• Develop team capabilities through on-the-job coaching, feedback, and knowledge-sharing across Oreo`s complex and fast-paced environment.
• Promote and foster a culture of collaboration and accountability within the team, driving a strong sense of ownership and partnership.

Continuous Improvement

• Champion a problem-solving mindset across your team, fostering agility and structure thinking in overcoming roadblocks.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and propose solutions to simplify ways of working or improve timelines.
• Share learning and best practices across the PCM team to raise the bar on execution and standardization.
• Champion continuous improvement, identifying and implementing practical solutions to enhance project delivery and portfolio visibility.

What you will bring

• 6+ years of experience in project management, commercialization, or product delivery within CPG or a similar fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor`s degree required (preferred fields: Engineering, Business, Food Science).
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously across various workstreams, while ensuring alignment with strategic business goals and effective governance.
• Experience in people management, team development, or mentoring.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with confidence in presenting to and aligning with senior stakeholders.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with a collaborative mindset and capable of driving effective discussions with project resources, from tactical execution level up to steering committee members.
• A continuous improvement mindset and ability to identify process enhancements that improve project efficiency, cycle time, and quality.
• A hands-on, solutions-oriented approach and ability to operate with agility in a growth-focused entrepreneurial environment.
• PMP certification is a plus.
• Accolade experience is a plus.

What you need to know about this position:
This is an opportunity to lead change on one of the worlds` most iconic brands. As the Product Change Development Manager for Oreo, you will sit at the center of innovation, strategy, and execution, translating great ideas into on-shelf success.
You`ll work in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment that values agility, collaboration, and excellence. You will directly influence Oreo`s ability to stay relevant, consumer-centric, and competitive.
This position is ideal for someone who thrives on orchestrating complexity, coaching talent, and driving impact, all while working with cross-functional teams to bring product and packaging changes to life.
If you are looking to make a measurable difference on a brand recognized and loved worldwide - this is your chance.
The base salary range for this position is $106,300 to $146,200; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. 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.
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, weproduce 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.
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Job Type
Regular
Project and Program Management
Business Capability