Job Description Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelez International? Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Uniquely Yours. You will be the manager in a team responsible for the overall financial integrity and performance of a country, category, Supply Chain or FP&A. You will support the Senior Manager or Director in data collection to prepare business proposals, verify assumptions, check daily execution and support delivery of overall objectives and ensure the integrity and timeliness of reporting. You may also have a direct report or manage third party providers resources. How you will contribute You will: Manage and execute aspects of finance planning and performance management process and related financial decisions potentially including Strategic Plan and Annual Contract planning/forecasting, target development, financial performance reporting/analysis, financial modeling and decision support for a focused scope within a region, business unit, country, Supply Chain, Mondelez International Business Services or Corporate Finance team. You will own data collection and verify data integrity Ensure a strong controls and compliance environment in your area of scope and ensure full compliance with our policies Help the senior manager and the business prepare critical financial data and insight that enable perspectives for business strategies and decisions Lead projects to improve efficiencies and improvements to ways of working and embrace a mindset of continuous improvement Contribute to a high-performing Finance team. You will also invest in personal development and the development of Finance peers and drive our Finance talent agenda within the organization, with a focus on local FP&A pipeline What you will bring A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in: TECHNICAL EXPERTISE in financial planning and performance management including data collection and structuring, analyzing, planning and reporting company financial performance across all financial KPIs and investment decisions and cost management to achieve financial targets BUSINESS ACUMEN and understanding of our business, consumer packaged goods industry, and local snacking market dynamics. Relevant experience in a regional/local business LEADERSHIP SKILLS including experience with business partnering and communication skills across a large regional or local public company GROWTH/DIGITAL MINDSET and the ability to identify/execute opportunities and leverage technology to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness INTEGRITY and sound judgement in all decisions and interactions aligned with our values and policies and external regulations More about this role About the Role We are seeking a commercially minded Category Finance Manager to support Confectionery Category growth and drive our Innovation Agenda. This role is central to shaping and accelerating value creation across our innovation pipeline, ensuring that financial rigor, commercial insight, and strategic thinking guide every stage of development. You will operate as a key business partner to dedicated cross-functional teams-including Marketing, Finance, R&D and MSC -providing financial leadership that drives quicker decisions, stronger business cases, and more impactful innovation outcomes. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in ambiguity, influences at senior levels, and has a strong passion for turning ideas into meaningful commercial value. Key Responsibilities Innovation Finance Leadership Serve as the finance lead for the end-to-end innovation process from early concept through launch and post-evaluation with the Growth Platforms & Confectionery Teams. Drive robust financial modelling, scenario analysis, and commercial assessments for new product development and strategic initiatives. Challenge assumptions and shape innovation strategy to ensure the portfolio delivers sustainable long-term value. Business Partnering & Cross-Functional Influence Act as a trusted business partner to cross-functional teams, providing actionable insights that elevate strategic and operational decision-making. Partner closely with Marketing, R&D and MSC teams to ensure alignment on priorities, risks and opportunities. Facilitate clear communication between finance and non-finance partners, translating complex financials into straightforward, decision-ready insights. Value Creation & Performance Management Lead the development of business cases, ensuring they are financially sound, consumer-centric, and strategically aligned. Drive prioritisation of the innovation pipeline through value-added analysis and portfolio optimisation. Track innovation performance from pre-launch KPIs through post-launch ROI, identifying learnings and opportunities to improve future outcomes. Strategic Finance & Continuous Improvement Influence long-term category and brand strategy through financial insight and external market understanding. Develop innovative governance, processes, and tools to enhance speed, accuracy, and accountability to drive Category growth. About Yo u Significant experience in commercial finance, FP&A, or strategic finance roles. Strong background in product innovation, portfolio management, or commercial strategy is highly desirable. Excellent communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and challenge constructively. Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and fast-paced environments. High level of commercial acumen, analytical strength, and strategic mindset. Proactive, curious, and passionate about turning ideas into measurable business value. What You'll Bring A collaborative leadership style and a business-first mindset. The ability to connect dots across commercial, consumer, operational, and financial dimensions. A drive for continuous improvement and a track record of making complex things simple. A strong sense of ownership and accountability for delivering long-term growth. Why Join Us? This role places you at the heart of shaping the future of our business. You'll influence critical decisions, drive meaningful innovation, and work with some of the brightest minds across the organisation. If you're looking for a role that combines commercial impact, strategic thinking, and cross-functional leadership, this is an exceptional opportunity. Relocation Support Available? No Relocation support available Business Unit Summary We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply _Our people make all the difference in our succes_ Mondelez 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. Excited to grow your career? We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply! IF YOU REQUIRE SUPPORT TO COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION OR DURING THE INTERVIEW PROCESS, PLEASE CONTACT THE RECRUITER Job Type Regular Finance Planning & Performance Management Finance At Mondelez International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right through offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broader range of delicious, high-quality snacks that nourish life's moments, made with sustainable ingredients and packaging that consumers can feel good about. We have a rich portfolio of strong brands - both global and local. Including many household names such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. We are proud to hold the number 1 position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy as well as the No. 2 position in gum Our 80,000 Makers and Bakers are located in our operations in more than 80 countries and are working to sell our products in over 150 countries around the world. They are energized for growth and critical to us living our purpose and values. We are a diverse community that can make things happen, and happen fast. Join us and Make It An Opportunity! Mondelez 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.