Director, R&D Consumer Science LA and BGCM

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International? Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride. You ensure that technical, scientific and business programs are successfully implemented and that human resources are effectively managed in your area. Working with others, you help set the direction for the division. You regularly interact with all client levels and with technology organizations. How you will contribute You will ensure that consumer science programs are delivered to the required standards and on time and contribute to decision making. You will work with regional and global RD&Q and marketing leaders to embed the consumer science discipline into the organization and to conduct business updates to ensure that growth targets are being met. In addition, you will support new research programs; develop annual and long-term budgets that include the consideration of human and financial resources; make recommendations for program and process improvements that reflect strategic growth opportunities; and regularly interact with the global head of consume science. You will also champion health, safety and quality strategies for the organization and, as a people leader, create a positive team environment, coaching, mentoring and developing your team while also engaging in effective management change.

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge: Consumer science at a senior level with emphasis on the fast-moving consumer goods area Applying sensory and consumer research in a fast-moving consumer goods, client-side commercial environment Leading teams and coaching and mentoring others Partnering with clients and stakeholders as individuals and teams and building relationships Using negotiation skills effectively to resolve conflict Communicating effectively, verbally and in writing, and good organizational development skills Maintaining a safe working environment for self and others Executive Summary As a strategic leader within Mondelēz International, the Director, Consumer Science LA and Global BGCM is pivotal in shaping the future of snacking by embedding unparalleled consumer-centricity across our LA and global BGCM (Beverages, Gum, Candy and Meals) categories. This highly impactful role demands an innovative thought leader who will define the consumer science strategy, elevate capabilities, and inspire a "consumer-first" culture within Consumer Science, and beyond, to deliver superior delightful product and pack experiences that drive sustainable business growth across a diverse product portfolio.

Purpose & Impact This role is responsible for leading and strategically directing the Consumer Science function for both the LA region and the global BGCM category. Acting as the primary point of contact for the R&D LA leadership team, this role will influence Consumer Science resource allocation (people and budget), project prioritization within LA, and drive global excellence in consumer and sensory research for BGCM. The candidate will be a transformative leader, fostering a high-performing team and spearheading the adoption of cutting-edge methodologies to translate deep consumer understanding into market-winning superior innovations and product renovations. Director Consumer Science LA and Global BGCM The Director Consumer Science LA and Global BGCM will collaborate with both the global Head of Consumer Science and the Consumer Science Senior Directors for NA and Global Biscuits and the Consumer Science Senior Director for AMEA and Global Chocolate to ensure leading edge consumer methods are fully adopted and leveraged in the product development and renovation process and for other innovations, line extensions and productivity projects. The Individual will put a strong emphasis on consumer centricity, understanding the desired consumer experience and ideal product models and working with