Mars Inc

Outbound Coordinator

Mars Inc$67K — $93K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-4+ years in operations or continuous improvement in manufacturing or CPG/FMCG.
  • Proven ability to engage with all organizational levels.
  • Strong knowledge of safety and quality standards in food manufacturing.
  • Active forklift certification and hands-on material handling experience.
  • Experience in managing shipping and receiving operations in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Schedule outbound shipments to warehouses and customers.
  • Coordinate with Customer Care and Replenishment teams for direct shipments.
  • Reconcile inventory discrepancies in WMS and SAP.
  • Manage inventory adjustments for finished goods.
  • Ensure timely truck loading to meet shipping deadlines.
  • Troubleshoot issues related to production schedules and deployments.
  • Communicate regularly with trucking companies regarding loads.

Benefits

  • Work with a diverse team of over 130,000 associates.
  • Access to best-in-class learning and development resources.
  • Join a purpose-driven company focused on building a sustainable future.
  • Opportunities for company bonuses and competitive health benefits.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Mars Wrigley- Outbound Coordinator: Day Shift- Hackettstown, NJ
  • Hiring Manager: Nicole Lee


Shift Schedule:
  • Shift: First Shift
  • Schedule: Monday thru Friday
  • Hours: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm (Day Shift)


Job Description
  • Schedule outbound shipments by arranging for transportation of finished goods to Mars warehouses and customers. This includes understanding vehicle usage and documentation, the distribution network, and inventory management.
  • Schedule direct customer shipments by working with Mars Customer Care and Replenishment teams, matching production schedules, maintaining records, and coordinating with appropriate carriers and customer warehouses.
  • Accountable for all finished goods production credit by item, quantity, and code date. Reconcile discrepancies in WMS and SAP and communicate with S&F and Mars Warehouses as needed. SASA and Cycle Count Reconciliation through ZRECON in SAP will also be required.
  • Accountable for all inventory adjustments related to finished goods
  • Orchestrate with the Shipping department loading trucks to meet specific weight and/or pallet targets, as well as timely loading to ensure on-time and complete shipments
  • Troubleshoot issues with finished goods deployment, DFC, and customer direct shipments. Issues caused by changing production schedules, deployments, SAP/VLM download problems, and recommended shipments.
  • Constant interpersonal communication with all trucking companies on present and future loads, yard allocation, loaded, empty, and rejected trailers in the yard
  • Manage, report, and action (if necessary) destination accuracy, OS&D (over, short, and damage) reporting, with shipping associates as well as site management
  • Must learn and be proficient in SAP applications and WMS
  • Perform daily/weekly cycle counts accurately and efficiently to maintain inventory accuracy


Minimum Qualifications
  • Line Manager Approval
  • 2-4+ years of operational or continuous improvement experience in a high-speed manufacturing, packaging, or consumer packaged goods (CPG/FMCG) environment.
  • Clear, proven ability to relate to, engage, and motivate people at all organizational levels-from frontline operational teams to plant leadership.
  • Uncompromising commitment to safety and quality compliance, with foundational knowledge of industrial safety standards (LOTO, machine guarding) and food manufacturing standards (GMP, HACCP, GFSI).
  • Active forklift certification with hands-on experience safely operating material handling equipment in high-volume environments.
  • Demonstrated experience managing inbound receiving and outbound shipping operations within a fast-paced warehouse, distribution center, or manufacturing facility.


What will be the Interview Process?

Application> Resume Review > Recruiter Phone Screen > Situational Judgement Assessment (online) > Onsite Panel Interview> Offer Decision

What can you expect from Mars?
  • Work with over 130,000 like-minded 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.
  • Best-in-class 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.


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.

The pay range shown is applicable to all US locations listed within the job posting:USD 32.62 - USD 44.86

About Mars Inc

Mars, Incorporated is an American multinational manufacturer of confectionery, pet food, and other food products. It was founded in 1911 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia. Mars operates in six business segments: Petcare, Chocolate, Wrigley, Food, Drinks, and Symbioscience. Some of its most popular brands include M&M's, Snickers, Twix, Milky Way, Skittles, and Pedigree. The company is known for its commitment to sustainability and has set a goal to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 67% by 2050.
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1911

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