Full-Time
Global People Director
MSc
Updated on 8/7/2026
Mondelez International
10,001+ employees
Global snack foods producer and distributor
Compensation Overview
$142.7k - $235.5k/yr
Chicago, IL, USA
Hybrid
Hybrid work is based out of the Chicago office. Country-to-country relocation support is available through Global Mobility Policies.
Bachelor's
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- A bachelor's degree is required.
- At least 10 years of experience supporting human resources people strategy is required.
- Strong business acumen and leadership in human resources are required, including the ability to partner and influence on strategic priorities with an insight-oriented and externally informed perspective on people and business performance.
- Ability to build human resources operating plans and people or capability roadmaps that enable people and business growth.
- Broad generalist human resources skills across a range of populations, ideally within fast-moving consumer goods or consumer packaged goods.
- Ability to develop strong partnerships and coach senior function leaders.
- Ability to create and lead change strategy and complex transformation.
- Ability to engage, inspire, and influence people.
- Ability to think ahead, anticipate opportunities, and understand market trends through an outside-in perspective.
- Partner on organization design and implementation of people plans and function transformation agendas, accelerate core capability development in line with strategic plans, and enable a growth culture that translates into employee engagement.
- Plan and lead employee relations and address legal and tax implications across geographies.
- Use data and analytics and workforce planning to anticipate future human resources concerns, proactively seek and implement solutions, impact the bottom line, and enable business strategy.
- Partner with leaders and the Talent Acquisition Center of Excellence to attract high-caliber talent and onboard employees into the business.
- Review compensation programs and support compensation decisions outside of established guidelines.
- Enable and co-lead enterprise-wide initiatives such as a leadership framework and digital workplace.
- Design and enable effective organization structures and ways of working, including the use of non-conventional workforces.
Mondelez International is a global snack food company that makes and sells a wide range of branded products, including Oreo cookies, Cadbury chocolate, Toblerone, Trident gum, and other biscuits, chocolates, candies, gums, and beverages. It operates in over 150 countries and sells its products to individual consumers as well as retailers and distributors, generating revenue from the sale of these brands. Mondelez’s products work by being manufactured, packaged, and distributed through a network that places popular snacks in stores and online for immediate purchase and consumption by consumers. The company grows by expanding its product lineup and geographic reach, including acquisitions like Chipita Global S.A., and by investing in sustainability and social responsibility efforts. Its main goal is to provide a diverse, widely available portfolio of snack foods while pursuing growth and value for shareholders through ongoing brands expansion and responsible practices.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Deerfield, Illinois
Founded
1903
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q2 2026 revenue rose 4.1% to $9.36 billion, beating estimates again.
- Management expects Biscoff collaboration to add $500 million to $1 billion over time.
- Chips Ahoy! Mystery Cookie and TikTok Shop debut target Gen Z engagement now.
What critics are saying
- Bremen ruled against Milka shrinkflation in May 2026; appeal deadline pressures packaging globally.
- Europe organic revenue fell 3.5% in Q2 2026, weakening Mondelez's largest operational region.
- Cocoa inflation and margin reinvestment already cut adjusted EPS 2.7%, squeezing 2026 profitability.
What makes Mondelez International unique
- Oreo, Cadbury, Milka, and Biscoff create unmatched cross-brand snacking power.
- 2024 Lotus partnership opens India and Europe with co-branded products launching 2025-2027.
- Q2 2026 volume growth and share gains show execution across emerging markets.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
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Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Wellness Program
Family Planning Benefits
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Growth & Insights and Company News
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↑ 0%Mondelez International reported second-quarter 2026 results on 28 July that beat Wall Street expectations for the fourth consecutive quarter. Net revenue increased 4.1% year-over-year to $9.36 billion, exceeding consensus estimates of $9.21 billion. Adjusted earnings per share came in at $0.73, beating the $0.68 expectation by around 7%. Performance showed a stark geographic divide. Emerging markets led with 4.4% organic growth, driven by volume expansion in India, Mexico, and Brazil. Europe remained the biggest operational drag, with a 3.5% organic revenue decline due to persistent regional volume pressure. Management positioned 2027 as pivotal for multi-year top-line growth. The company identified growth catalysts including a global relaunch of Oreo and a partnership with Biscoff, which management estimates could generate $500 million to $1 billion in incremental revenue over time.
Good things are coming in smaller packages as household budgets tighten. Aug 1, 2026, 3:09 AM PT Little treats are getting littler. With US shoppers under seemingly never-ending strain, large consumer product companies are finding success in introducing smaller formats that won't break the bank. In earnings reports this week, executives from Coca Cola, Mondelez, Proctor & Gamble, and Hershey acknowledged that consumers were responding to the new price points. Coke CEO Henrique Braun kicked off the discussion Tuesday saying that lower-income customers continue to be pressured, but they are still looking for ways to buy their favorite drinks. "We made it easier for the consumer," he said. "When you go into the convenience store, you have the mini-cans sold as a single at the lowest entry price." Later that day, Mondelez CEO Dirk Van de Put said the company was developing a new pack size and price offering in response to a consumer shift toward value. P&G bucked the trend somewhat Wednesday, saying its customer base skews toward higher earners who prioritize value per dollar over the lowest price. Those shoppers tend to save by buying in bulk, and the company said it is putting its focus on improving products rather than lowering prices to attract new sales. CFO Andre Sultan said consumers who are more impacted by gas prices "continue to look for smaller pack sizes. They continue to be very affected by promotion patterns." Hershey's said Thursday it largely completed a transition to a new set of retail pack sizes - including smaller options - that started last year as cocoa prices were soaring. Earlier in the summer, Boston Beer Company said it was offering new four-packs of its Twisted Tea drink specifically to provide an option below $10. And while companies of all sorts have weathered charges of "shrinkflation" in recent years, these changes are arguably more transparent than quietly putting fewer chips in the same bag at the same price. These brands are creating entirely new packages. "The consumer is most likely getting a poorer value in these smaller pack sizes, but it may make a product that was just simply not affordable into something that someone can now at least buy a smaller size of," analyst Jerry Thomas, CEO of Decision Analyst consulting firm, told Business Insider. At the same time, Thomas said offering smaller portions of sweets and other highly processed foods could present a healthier option than their jumbo-sized counterparts. "It's a good thing in the sense that people have an option that is easy for them to consume less of a product that might not be especially good for them," he said. Either way, it's clear after this week that the shift toward small isn't poised to go away anytime soon. To wit, a recent survey from marketing firm Omnisend found that nearly half of respondents downgraded or cancelled vacation plans this summer due to high costs. Of those more than two thirds said they would use some of that unspent money to get "little treats." So go ahead. Treat yourself.
Chips Ahoy! rolls out 'mystery' cookie. 07.31.2026 EAST HANOVER, NJ. - Mondelez International is launching Chips Ahoy! mystery cookies, an unidentified flavor that the company will reveal on Halloween. Until then, Chips Ahoy! fans can win $25,000 for correctly identifying the flavor. "For Gen Z, snacking and gaming aren't just pastimes, but how they connect, recharge and build community," said Mili Laddha, senior director of marketing at Mondelez International. "With the Chips Ahoy! mystery cookie, we're leveling up the snacking experience to match their energy. We've turned a simple treat into an interactive side quest, blending IRL flavor with the digital culture they live and breathe." Chips Ahoy! mystery cookies are available on the SnackWorks TikTok storefront in limited quantities, the first for the brand. The cookies will be available to pick up in person at US retailers starting Aug. 10. Get better grain-based foods industry search results. Adding Bakingbusiness tells Google to prioritize Bakingbusiness.com stories.
The Reese's brand is celebrating the one-year anniversary of REESE'S OREO with a campaign featuring Lindsay Lohan, Amy Sedaris, and director Patricia Arquette. The collaboration between The Hershey Company and Mondelēz International combines milk chocolate and white creme peanut butter cups with Oreo cookie crumbs. Since launching, the product has generated over $188 million in retail sales, becoming Reese's top innovation for 2025. The anniversary campaign pays tribute to fans who spent years requesting the pairing online before it officially launched. The product has exceeded expectations by attracting new and younger consumers whilst delivering strong engagement and repeat purchases. REESE'S OREO is now a permanent addition to the Reese's portfolio and has become one of the most successful innovations in the candy category over the past decade.
Hormel Foods president Ghingo to succeed interim CEO. Share via: Hormel Foods has named President John Ghingo as its next CEO, effective Oct. 26, completing a leadership transition the company laid out more than a year ago. Ghingo will succeed interim CEO Jeff Ettinger, who has led the Austin, Minnesota-based company since July 2025. Ghingo, who has served as president and a board member since that time, will continue on the board. His appointment concludes a search that began with the planned retirement of former chairman, president and CEO Jim Snee. Ghingo rejoined Hormel in 2024 as EVP of the company's retail business, its largest segment by net sales, before being named president in July 2025. As president he oversees the retail, foodservice and international segments, along with global operations, supply chain, research and development, information technology and corporate strategy. He has spent more than 25 years in the consumer packaged goods industry. "John has quickly demonstrated his ability to lead at enterprise scale, setting clear strategic direction and translating strategy into disciplined execution," said Bill Newlands, chairman of the Hormel Foods board. "Under his leadership, we believe Hormel Foods will be well positioned to drive our modernization agenda, accelerate sustainable growth and create long-term value for shareholders." "I am honored to lead Hormel Foods, a company with an extraordinary legacy, trusted brands and a clear purpose," Ghingo said. "I am energized to build on that foundation, investing in our brands, modernizing how we operate and creating lasting value for our customers, consumers, team members and shareholders." Ettinger to remain on board. Ettinger will stay on as interim CEO through Oct. 25 to support the transition, then continue serving as a director. He first joined Hormel in 1989 and previously served as chairman, president and CEO until his retirement in 2016, a tenure that included the company's Planters acquisition and portfolio expansion. Ghingo's background. Before rejoining Hormel, Ghingo spent more than 15 years at Mondelez International in marketing and general management roles supporting brands including Oreo, Cadbury, Trident and Planters, now a Hormel brand. He later served as president of plant-based foods and beverages at The WhiteWave Foods Co., leading the Silk and So Delicious brands, and as president of Hormel subsidiary Applegate Farms from 2018-22. He then served as CEO of a better-for-you snacking company backed by private equity firm Kainos Capital. Ghingo graduated from the University of Notre Dame and earned an MBA from New York University's Stern School of Business. Hormel Foods brands include Spam, Skippy, Applegate, Justin's, Hormel Black Label and Columbus. The Shelby Report delivers complete grocery news and supermarket insights nationwide through the distribution of five monthly regional print and digital editions. Serving the retail food trade since 1967,... More by Shelby Team