Job Description Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International? Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride. As expert you will bring a deep technical mastery of the process and equipment. That expertise allows you to lead the planning, process development and implementation of Planned Maintenance Elements in a Continuous Improvement manufacturing environment. You will manage this through teams consisting of various technical and non-technical personnel, key support contractors and operations personnel. How you will contribute You will: Partner & Enable the line leader(s) to deliver the SQCDSM targets-Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Sustainability & Morale for the lines, to ensure Process stability; Participates in the DMS- Daily Management systems meetings at the shift and line level Own the technology and process and centerline settings for the equipment and process and have deep technical mastery of the process and equipment; Owns the PM-Progressive maintenance systems and work processes and the PM-Progressive Maintenance Key Performance Indicators for the line/s along with Centerline Management systems; owns the R&M-Repairs & Maintenance budget of the line Develop, own and execute the line/s preventive and time-based maintenance systems and plans and build capability of the team to execute themselves; Build (spends at least 50% of time) technical and maintenance skills of the technicians working in the shifts, so that they are able to operate and maintain their equipment themselves; be part of the PM Pillar, own all PM systems and work process at the line level and lead some of them at the department level Partner with the Asset and Reliability team for system improvement and execution of special maintenance tasks; be responsible for Change Management on the line/s, localization of spares and proper break-down analysis and R&M cost reduction for the line/s; Represents the department/line/s as the site technology owner in the regional and global technology forums Assist in VSU for the new initiatives and enable the VSU team; Help the line leader in internal and external benchmarking and reapplication; be the subject matter expert on one of the component categories and be a trainer of PM related subjects for the plant What you will bring A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge: Advanced knowledge (including AM-Autonomous Maintenance Step 4 systems & Progressive Maintenance Step 3) & skill to maintain the dedicated equipment(s)at basic conditions independently, including the execution of AM & PM (BD-Breakdown maintenance, planned maintenance) standards on dedicated equipment(s) and TPM - Phase 3 & 4 tools problem solving tools The capability to lead a Role for the Line. Qualify and coach the next level SWP owners and drive the common opportunity areas across the line in PDCA-Plan Do Check Adjust approach The capability to work as the Line Leader, developing and aligning goal/master plan for the line, deploying and managing IDP for the members, coaching team members on their performance management and career development More about this role Position Summary The MRO Lead is responsible for overseeing all Maintenance, Repair, and Operations material management activities, ensuring optimal spare parts availability, inventory accuracy, and cost-effective procurement strategies. This role serves as the critical link between maintenance execution teams and supply chain operations, driving reliability-centered inventory practices aligned with TPM and RCM methodologies. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the MRO storeroom operations, ensuring proper receiving, storage, issuance, and cycle counting of maintenance spare parts and consumables. Develop and maintain Bill of Materials (BOM) for all critical and essential equipment in the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System). Establish and optimize Min/Max inventory levels using criticality analysis, Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) data, and lead time considerations. Coordinate with Maintenance Planners and Reliability Engineers to forecast spare parts requirements based on PM schedules, predictive maintenance findings, and planned shutdowns. Implement and sustain a robust inventory classification system (ABC analysis) to prioritize stocking strategies and reduce carrying costs. Drive MRO cost reduction initiatives through vendor consolidation, standardization programs, and repair-vs-replace analysis. Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and evaluate supplier performance using OTD (On-Time Delivery) and quality KPIs. Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements for all stored materials (SDS management, FIFO/FEFO protocols). Lead continuous improvement projects using DMAIC methodology to reduce stockouts, obsolescence, and emergency purchases. Supervise MRO storeroom personnel, providing training on proper material handling, kitting procedures, and system transactions. Support Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) by ensuring traceability of parts used in repairs and maintaining failure-related material records. Generate and analyze MRO KPIs including inventory turns, stockout rate, fill rate, and spend-per-unit-of-production. Qualifications & Requirements Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience). Minimum 5 years of experience in MRO materials management within a manufacturing or industrial environment. Strong working knowledge of CMMS platforms (SAP PM or equivalent). Demonstrated expertise in RCM-based spare parts strategies and TPM Pillar 5 (Early Management) principles. Proficiency in inventory optimization techniques: EOQ, ROP, safety stock calculations, and demand forecasting. Experience with warehouse management best practices (5S, visual management, barcode/RFID systems). Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, or similar). Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. Certification in CMRP (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional) or CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management) preferred. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Inventory Accuracy: ≥ 95% (cycle count reconciliation) Stockout Rate: ≤ 2% for critical spares MRO Inventory Turns: Target 2.0–3.0 annually Emergency Purchase Orders: ≤ 5% of total MRO spend Fill Rate (Service Level): ≥ 97% Obsolete Inventory: ≤ 3% of total MRO inventory value Core Competencies Reliability-Centered Thinking: Aligns material strategies with equipment criticality and failure mode impact. Analytical Problem-Solving: Applies structured methodologies (5-Why, Fishbone, Pareto) to material availability issues. Continuous Improvement Mindset: Drives Kaizen events and DMAIC projects for MRO process optimization. Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborates effectively with Maintenance, Production, Procurement, and Finance teams. Technical Acumen: Understands mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation components and their application contexts. Reporting Structure Reports to: Maintenance Manager Direct Reports: MRO Storeroom Technicians (1-2 FTEs) Key Interfaces: Maintenance Planners, Reliability Engineers, Procurement Specialists, Production Supervisors Salary and Benefits: The expected base salary range for this position is $64,600 to $80,750 CAD depending on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible to participate in a highly competitive bonus program with a target of 6% with the possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results. Mondelez also offers several generous employee benefits (some subsidized or fully paid for by the company), including health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, and enhanced vacation and holiday entitlements. AI may be used as part of the recruitment process and in accordance with local laws. This posting is for a current vacancy. No Relocation support available Business Unit Summary With several brands that are among consumer favourites, including Cadbury, OREO, Christie and Maynards, we are one of the largest snack companies in Canada. Many of our iconic brands are ranked first, second or third in their categories, and our manufacturers and pastry chefs have an enviable mission to create and manufacture chocolate, cookies, crackers and candy in our iconic factories and locations across Ontario. A company with many ambitious growth targets, we have invested close to $250 million in our Ontario plants in recent years alone; We run marketing campaigns promoting innovative products such as Cadbury Dark Milk tablets and OREO Birthday Cake and Peppermint Bark cookies. Our community of more than 2,683 employees is present across Canada and our head office is in Toronto. Passion and dedication characterize our Company. We encourage all our employees to be themselves at work, to speak out and to encourage diversity in all areas of activity. In addition, we foster a flexible work environment and place great importance on the notions of trust and empathy to promote a true sense of belonging. Mondelez welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please note that the term "accommodation" in this posting means changes that are made in order to meet the needs of a person with disabilities and not lodging. Job Type Regular Manufacturing support Manufacturing At Mondelēz 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!