Zineb Benjelloun
Kanata,Canada
Summary
Strategic and results-driven, I bring over 9 years of international experience managing cross-functional projects within the FMCG and manufacturing sectors. I’ve successfully led system-wide initiatives across both Supply Chain and Marketing, ensuring full alignment between project execution and business goals. My strength lies in improving operational efficiency, delivering complex programs on time and within budget, and fostering strong collaboration across diverse teams. I’m known for my ability to manage stakeholders at all levels, drive continuous improvement, and provide end-to-end project visibility—from concept to market launch. Bilingual in English and French, I navigate global environments with clarity and confidence.
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Change Manager Confy
Mondelez Canada
01.2025 - Current
- Lead seasonal chocolate innovation projects from post-ideation through to market launch, ensuring full adherence to project timelines and budget.
- Succeed to launch on time a very complex project from the idea to the market .
- Coordinate all project phases with marketing, R&D, operations, finance, procurement, and supply chain.
- Manage project visibility and collaboration through Mondelez systems and tools.
- Develop robust risk mitigation plans and ensured project readiness for go-live.
- Conduct project closing and capture lessons learned to drive continuous improvement.
- Project Change Manager Cliff and Cookies
Supply Planner
Mondelez Canada
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Managed short and long-term planning for imported SKUs and local vendor operations.
- Aligned planning activities with commercial launch timelines, ensuring product availability on time , succeed to launch festive with 90% availability
- Issued and monitored purchase orders, while escalating supply risks and recommending mitigation actions for the season.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to forecast demand and align production schedules.
- Analyzed inventory levels to optimize supply chain efficiency and reduce stockouts.
Project Change Manager
Mondelez International
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Launch 100 % Chocolate projects and manage to launch it on Time to the market .
- Facilitated change management processes to enhance organizational efficiency and employee engagement.
- Built strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, promoting a collaborative approach to managing change projects.
- Developed solutions to address complex issues and operational gaps.
Bilingual Sales & Customer Service Associate
Beliardirect, Canada
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Identified customer needs to provide tailored insurance solutions with a focus on client satisfaction.
- Ensured efficient communication and optimized customer experience.
- Resolved 99% customer inquiries through effective communication and problem-solving techniques.
Product Manager, Beauty and Personnel Care Division
Unilever, Morocco
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Delivered 20+ successful product launches through agile project planning and team coordination.
- Developed targeted marketing campaigns aligned with evolving consumer demands.
- Partnered with local manufacturers to implement the first locally produced skin cleansing lines during the pandemic.
- Achieved 95% on-time launch rate through optimized supply chain and planning.
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for product enhancements and positioning.
Project Change Manager & Demand Planner
Mondelez International, Morocco
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Spearheaded improvement projects that boosted operational efficiency by 15%.
- Led IBP (Integrated Business Planning) initiatives, reaching 98% forecast accuracy.
- Managed demand forecasts and lifecycle KPIs across multiple product categories.
- Oversaw financial planning exceeding €10M, ensuring high tracking efficiency through monthly KPI reviews.
Supply Planner
Pharma 5, Morocco
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Contributed to the SAGE X3 ERP implementation pilot to modernize planning processes.
- Streamlined supply chain operations and improved on-time delivery through data-driven forecasting.
Education
Master’s & Bachelor’s - Industrial Systems Engineering
Université De Technologie Belfort-Montbéliard
France 01.2012
Skills
- End-to-end projects from concept through to market launch
- Strong project governance, planning and optimization supply chain , and on-time delivery
- Plans Driving change with clear communication and stakeholder alignment
- Risk Mitigation & Quality Assurance
- Budget, Resource & Timeline Management
- Building strong partnerships with internal teams and external vendors
- Agile & Lean Methodologies
- Post-Launch Evaluation & Continuous Improvement
- Customer focus
- Organizational development
- Technical acumen
- Continuous improvement
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Agile Scrum Master | 2022
- APICS Basics of Supply Chain | 2013
- PMP Certification (In Progress)
Timeline
Project Change Manager Confy
Mondelez Canada
01.2025 - Current
Supply Planner
Mondelez Canada
08.2024 - 11.2024
Project Change Manager
Mondelez International
06.2024 - 09.2024
Bilingual Sales & Customer Service Associate
Beliardirect, Canada
07.2023 - 05.2024
Product Manager, Beauty and Personnel Care Division
Unilever, Morocco
01.2020 - 01.2022
Project Change Manager & Demand Planner
Mondelez International, Morocco
01.2017 - 01.2020
Supply Planner
Pharma 5, Morocco
01.2013 - 01.2017
Master’s & Bachelor’s - Industrial Systems Engineering
Université De Technologie Belfort-Montbéliard
Community Service
General Electric, Quality Department Training, - Mentor high school students on building impactful resumes and how to navigate their first steps into the professional environment.| 2018, - Workshop: Empowering Newcomer Women (World Skills Employment Centre, Ottawa) | 2023
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