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Ildefonso Ochoa Jurado

Ildefonso Ochoa Jurado

Summary

Results-driven Transformational Leader driving business growth, optimizing operations, and delivering complex, multi-million-dollar projects for transnational companies in consumer goods and manufacturing. With 20 years of experience, I leverage core technical expertise in Engineering Management, Project Management, Operations, High Performance Work-Systems, Continuous Improvement, and Risk Management to spearhead crossfunctional teams, transform operational efficiency, and accelerate revenue growth. As a seasoned leader with a proven track record in Engineering, strategy development, and project execution, I excel in driving business growth, improving operational efficiency, and delivering high-impact supply chain solutions. My expertise spans project planning, execution, and standardization, stakeholder management, and resource management. I bridge business needs with operational realities, linking Safety, Accountability, Scheduling, and Risk Management. With a strong focus on continuous learning and improvement, my expertise extends to need assessments, design, development, implementation, and people development. As a passionate advocate for positive community impact, I'm committed to delivering sustainable solutions that drive business results and benefit society. I act with utmost integrity, confidentiality, courage, and trust. Forward-thinking professional with deep understanding of resolving customer problems with efficiency and civility. Expert in product issues with dedication to increasing productivity through close analysis of tasks. Proven history of increasing customer satisfaction.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr Project Manager Officer, Strategy and Transformation

Mondelez International
, US
12.2023 - Current
  • Drive end-to-end Project Management initiatives to transform operations and improve product availability
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (Operations, Logistics, Warehouse, R&D) to redesign packaging practices and enhance product quality
  • Establish robust governance to review waste reduction initiatives, communicate progress, and mitigate risks
  • Review and allocate resources to ensure alignment with business objectives
  • Improved product availability by 15%
  • Reduced waste by $4.0 MMUSD
  • Enhanced product quality through process improvements
  • Developed and implemented weekly and monthly reporting to track performance across the U.S. region.
  • Kept project teams on-task with proactive control of budgets, schedules and scopes.
  • Analyzed data from completed projects in order to identify areas for improvement.
  • Created detailed reports on project status, issues, risks and opportunities.
  • Spearheaded key projects, resulting in high customer satisfaction and increased business revenues.
  • Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
  • Directed strategic planning and implementation of organizational goals.
  • Managed team of professionals to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Directed portfolio management activities and strategic alignment of project goals.
  • Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams to ensure successful completion of projects.

Sr Site Engineering Manager

Mondelez International
Richmond, USA
08.2021 - 12.2023
  • Transformed Mondelēz USA's largest cookie factory through a $250M USD investment project, defining the project's strategic plan 2030
  • Led the Quality pillar in infrastructure, driving FDA recognition and Quality Management System (QMS) improvements
  • Developed and implemented a new project organization focused on the transformation team (Core team), driving excellence
  • Accelerated equipment modernization through early management tools and the IIM pillar
  • Implementation of FAT, SAT protocols and Design Gate Review process
  • Executed projects to enhance performance, reduce waste, improve safety, and minimize quality complaints
  • Achieved a 6% reduction in scrap levels and a 10% improvement in Global Efficiency (GE) in 2023
  • Improved QCMS audit scores by 48 points, earning FDA recognition
  • Delivered the Nilla project with a 178% IRR, featuring a 5% reduction in scrap and a 3% improvement in GE performance, exceeding project objectives
  • Received award for Best US-NA Operations Project of 2023

Site Engineering Manager

Mondelez International
Salinas Victoria, Mexico
02.2019 - 08.2021
  • Drive growth, commercialization, and innovation initiatives for the HUB region, focusing on infrastructure capital investment projects
  • Manage the HUB Integrated Capital Supply Chain strategy to leverage advantageous assets and strategic locations
  • Bring new technologies through automation and digitalization to increase productivity and efficiency
  • Collaborate with R&D and procurement functions to establish a seamless technical community
  • Successfully managed budget and cash flow, achieving 95% reliability
  • Implemented a robust 'Daily Management System' for operations and project execution coordination
  • Reduced Contractors' Safety Incidents to zero
  • Launch 2 new lines at the site 175MMlbs incremental Lbs/year at $120 MMUSD of investment
  • VSU Achieved in both lines

Business Development & Innovation Manager

Mondelez International
Salinas Victoria, Mexico
10.2015 - 02.2019

Supply Chain Reinvention Project Manager

Mondelez International
East Hanover, USA
07.2013 - 10.2015

Project Manager

Mondelez International
Monterrey, Mexico
01.2012 - 06.2013

Project Leader

Mondelez International
Monterrey, Mexico
07.2009 - 01.2012

Operations Leader

Mondelez International
Monterrey, Mexico
02.2006 - 06.2009

Education

PMO Certification -

IMT
Massachusetts
01.2024

Leadership College -

Mdlz International Program
01.2019

Leadership Program & Managerial Development -

ITESM
01.2009

Industrial Control and Automation Diploma -

ITESM
01.2005

Mechatronic Engineer -

ITESM, Campus Monterrey
Monterrey
01.2004

Manufacturing Trainee -

PROCOMAC (GEA)
Parma, Italy
01.2002

Skills

  • IL6S
  • HPWS
  • Engineering
  • Capital Expenditure Management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Food Manufacturing Requirements (FDA)
  • Line Design
  • Supplier Negotiation
  • HACCP
  • Process Automation
  • IIM Early Management & Vertical Start Up
  • Business Strategy
  • Project Management
  • Budget Control
  • Supplier Development
  • PMO certified by IMT
  • Inventory Management
  • Daily management Systems (DMS) focus on Safety and project Quality
  • People Development
  • Project Standardization
  • Cross-functional coordination
  • Site plan creation
  • Training and mentoring

Key Areas Of Expertise

  • IL6S
  • HPWS
  • Engineering
  • CAPEX and Budget management
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Food Manufacturing Requirements (FDA)
  • Line Design
  • Supplier Negotiation
  • HACCP
  • Process Automation
  • IIM Early Management & Vertical Start Up
  • Business Strategy
  • Project Management
  • Budget Control
  • Supplier Development
  • PMO certified by IMT
  • Inventory Management
  • Daily management Systems (DMS) focus on Safety and project Quality
  • People Development
  • Project Standardization

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Sr Project Manager Officer, Strategy and Transformation

Mondelez International
12.2023 - Current

Sr Site Engineering Manager

Mondelez International
08.2021 - 12.2023

Site Engineering Manager

Mondelez International
02.2019 - 08.2021

Business Development & Innovation Manager

Mondelez International
10.2015 - 02.2019

Supply Chain Reinvention Project Manager

Mondelez International
07.2013 - 10.2015

Project Manager

Mondelez International
01.2012 - 06.2013

Project Leader

Mondelez International
07.2009 - 01.2012

Operations Leader

Mondelez International
02.2006 - 06.2009

PMO Certification -

IMT

Leadership College -

Mdlz International Program

Leadership Program & Managerial Development -

ITESM

Industrial Control and Automation Diploma -

ITESM

Mechatronic Engineer -

ITESM, Campus Monterrey

Manufacturing Trainee -

PROCOMAC (GEA)
Ildefonso Ochoa Jurado