Bimbo Bakeries USA

Director of Commercialization

Bimbo Bakeries USA$126K — $176K *
Food & Beverages
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Marketing, or related field; MBA preferred.
  • 10-15+ years of experience in commercialization, innovation, product development, supply chain, or program management.
  • Proven track record of leading complex cross-functional product launches and strategic initiatives.
  • Experience designing, implementing, or scaling commercialization functions, processes, or operating models.
  • Strong portfolio management and governance experience.
  • Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and executive communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead commercialization activities from concept development through market launch and post-launch performance evaluation.
  • Establish and enforce governance processes, stage-gate requirements, execution standards, and accountability mechanisms.
  • Drive alignment across Marketing, R&D, Supply Chain, Customer Team, Sales Operations, Finance, and other key stakeholders.
  • Oversee the commercialization portfolio, including resource planning, prioritization, risk management, and progress tracking.
  • Ensure launch readiness across all business functions, including customer activation, operational preparedness, and performance measurement.
  • Provide executive visibility into project status, risks, opportunities, and resource requirements.
  • Develop and continuously improve commercialization processes, tools, and playbooks.
  • Lead issue resolution and decision-making for complex, cross-functional initiatives.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
  • Retirement savings plan with company match.
  • Professional development and training opportunities.
  • Flexible work arrangements or remote work options.
  • Employee wellness programs.
Full Job Description
The Director of Commercialization is responsible for leading the end-to-end commercialization process for new products, innovations, and strategic initiatives impacting BBU's portfolio from concept through launch and post-launch performance. This role establishes commercialization governance, drives cross-functional alignment, and ensures successful execution across the portfolio while delivering measurable business results.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead commercialization activities from concept development through market launch and post-launch performance evaluation.
  • Establish and enforce governance processes, stage-gate requirements, execution standards, and accountability mechanisms.
  • Drive alignment across Marketing, R&D, Supply Chain, Customer Team, Sales Operations, Finance, and other key stakeholders.
  • Oversee the commercialization portfolio, including resource planning, prioritization, risk management, and progress tracking.
  • Ensure launch readiness across all business functions, including customer activation, operational preparedness, and performance measurement.
  • Provide executive visibility into project status, risks, opportunities, and resource requirements.
  • Develop and continuously improve commercialization processes, tools, and playbooks.
  • Lead issue resolution and decision-making for complex, cross-functional initiatives.


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Marketing, or related field; MBA preferred.
  • 10-15+ years of experience in commercialization, innovation, product development, supply chain, or program management.
  • Proven track record of leading complex cross-functional product launches and strategic initiatives.
  • Experience designing, implementing, or scaling commercialization functions, processes, or operating models.
  • Strong portfolio management and governance experience.
  • Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and executive communication skills.


Key Competencies
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Portfolio Management
  • Cross-Functional Influence
  • Commercialization Excellence
  • Executive Communication
  • Risk Management
  • Organizational Change Leadership

About Bimbo Bakeries USA

Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc. is the American corporate arm of the Mexican multinational bakery product manufacturing company Grupo Bimbo. It is the largest bakery company in the United States. The company, headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, a suburb of Philadelphia, owns many fresh bread and sweet baked goods brands in the United States, including Entenmann's, Sara Lee, and Thomas'. It is also a top advertising sponsor for many major soccer teams around the globe.
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