Inventory & Waste Manager Europe

R-163937 Birmingham, United Kingdom 1 other location(s) available

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?

We are looking for an Inventory & Waste Manager to lead our European Inventory Planning team and improvement agenda. In this critical role, you will be instrumental in achieving year on year sustainable improvements in inventory, driving inventory strategy and safeguarding cash flow across our European operation.

How you will contribute

• End to End Inventory Target Setting & Coordination
  • Lead the comprehensive inventory target setting and coordination process.
  • Ensure budget and target updates align with Finance, including deviation monitoring, analysis, and bridges.
• Robust Inventory Governance & Compliance
  • Manage the Monthly Inventory Governance meeting, ensuring timely completion of actions across all stakeholders.
  • Own stock boundary settings, including static/dynamic updates and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance of inventory control, including target signoffs & adherence. Present any variations outside tolerance to relevant IBP forums for sign off.
• Capability Building & Process Optimisation
  • Lead the Inventory Optimisation Programme for Europe, delivering structured year on year improvements.
  • Implement Inventory segmentation in line with the E2E framework to deliver agile and focused inventory performance.
• Lead the Team
  • Manage and lead a direct team of Central Inventory Managers with dotted line responsibility into the Business Unit Inventory teams.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Progressive experience in inventory management, supply chain planning, or a highly analytical role within a complex, global organisation.
• Demonstrated track record of driving significant and sustainable improvements in inventory metrics (e.g., DIOH, working capital).
• Deep expertise in end to end supply chain processes, inventory drivers, and their financial implications.
• Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and dashboard creation.
• Strong command of SAP APO (SNP, PPDS) and ECC; experience with BOTs or automation tools is a plus.
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills, capable of engaging effectively at all organisational levels.
• Proven ability to establish and manage robust governance frameworks and ensure compliance.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive, problem solving mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement.

More about this role 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!

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.

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!

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