Vertical Start-Up Leader

Short company description

With Milka and Poiana, Belvita and Oreo biscuits and other well-known brands, Mondelez Romania, part of Mondelez International, constantly creates delicious moments of joy for all Romanian consumers.
With us you will have the opportunity to:
- Be part of a great company and team that offers the best environment for development, where you can shape and advance your career as far as your talent and will to succeed takes you;
- Enjoy being part of a team where you can develop and build your career, while learning from and together with your manager and colleagues;
- Take pride in working for the market leader, with famous brands that “create delicious moments of joy” for millions of consumers;
- Take responsibility for your own career, team, business and community.

Requirements

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career.

Must have:

- Higher education (technical degree in Engineering or related field);
- Proven experience in a similar project leadership role within a production environment;
- Demonstrated experience with CQV processes;
- Strong project management skills, including planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management;
- Knowledge of spoken and written English at the level of min. B2;
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills;
- Ability to manage projects during periods of change and under time pressure;
- Self-discipline, ability to prioritize tasks, and strong organizational skills;
- Independence, flexibility, and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

How you will contribute

Project Leadership & Management:
- Effective management of a cross-functional project team, ensuring clear roles, responsibilities, and effective communication;
- Comprehensive project reporting, providing regular updates on progress, risks, and resource allocation.

New Machine Commissioning & Implementation:
- Lead the process of introducing, commissioning, qualifying, and verifying (CQV) new machines and equipment in the factory, ensuring adherence to all relevant standards and regulations;
- Manage the planning, scheduling, and execution of all implementation activities, from initial design to final handover.

Risk Management:
- Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle;
- Develop and implement contingency plans to address potential issues and minimize disruptions.

Continuous Improvement & Optimization:
- Actively participate in the continuous improvement of production processes, identifying opportunities for optimization and efficiency gains;
- Conduct technological tests to evaluate new equipment, processes, and materials.

Cost Reduction & Innovation:
- Identify and implement new technical and organizational solutions aimed at reducing costs and improving productivity;
- Champion innovation and explore new technologies to enhance manufacturing capabilities.

CQV (Commissioning, Qualification, & Verification):
- Develop and execute CQV plans for new equipment and systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards;
- Manage the documentation and record-keeping associated with CQV activities;
- Lead the resolution of any issues identified during the CQV process.