Job Description:

As Packaging Simplification, Senior Manager you will help lead a number of critical transformation initiatives in Mars Snacking as our packaging portfolio changes over the coming years. You will be accountable for identifying and delivering global structural cost reduction initiatives, lead critical change initiatives and also set up some of our most critical supplier partnerships up for success from a governance and planning perspective. This role is globally focused and is critical to unlock the change needed in the Packaging category.

This is a 2 year project.

What are we looking for?

8 years procurement experience

Demonstrated ability in leading global change initiatives

Strong capabilities in supplier relationship management

Expertise in internal stakeholder communications and management.

What will be your key responsibilities?

Spend Better Leadership: Lead the global program of structural cost savings for the packaging category, partnering with R&D, Supply, third party consultants to set the strategic agenda and drive execution at pace. Unlocking various strategic opportunities.

Drive Category Transformation: Lead pre-defined strategic initiatives that drive the category forward including a key program on print methodology and color.

Manage Strategic Relationships: Lead the roll out of global strategic deal contracts and governance across the Mars enterprise within Packaging. 

What can you expect from Mars?
Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

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The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.