Mars Inc

Sr Manager, Packaging Simplification

Mars Inc$119K — $163K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8 years of procurement experience
  • Proven track record in leading global change initiatives
  • Strong supplier relationship management skills
  • Expertise in stakeholder communication and management
  • Ability to drive execution at a fast pace

Responsibilities

  • Lead global cost savings initiatives for packaging
  • Drive category transformation through strategic projects
  • Manage the rollout of global strategic deal contracts
  • Collaborate with R&D and Supply to set the strategic agenda
  • Identify and unlock strategic opportunities within the category

Benefits

  • Participation in a company bonus program
  • Medical and dental benefits
  • 401k plan participation
  • Paid time off
  • Hybrid work flexibility
Full Job Description
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.

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.

The pay range shown is applicable to all US locations listed within the job posting:USD 119,040.00 - USD 163,680.00

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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125,000 employees
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1911

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