Commercial Operations & Supply Chain Manager

Mars; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

Mars University

Job summary

Mars Accelerator, a global Division of Mars Snacking, invites a driven Manager, Commercial Operations to oversee inbound supply chain activities for the Raws Accelerator. You will ensure reliable supply of raw materials and drive supplier-enabled growth within a high-performing procurement framework.

Across cross-functional teams and manufacturing sites, you will lead supplier performance, implement disciplined reviews, and push continuous improvement using data-driven insights to balance cost,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience in Commercial Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, or Project Management.
• Strong verbal and written communication in English.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and prioritization capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Commercial Operations representative for growth projects, partnering with cross-functional teams and suppliers to deliver new solutions on time and at optimized cost.
• Lead and implement supply security, value creation, and cash improvement initiatives, including supplier sourcing, tender processes, and supplier qualification activities.
• Drive supplier performance management and operational excellence by building strong supplier relationships and leading continuous improvement initiatives focused on service, quality, efficiency, and reliability.
• Conduct formal supplier performance reviews and maintain ongoing collaboration with suppliers to proactively address challenges and identify opportunities.
• Act as the primary Commercial Operations contact for assigned categories and manufacturing sites.
• Lead regular operational meetings with site planners and cross-functional stakeholders to align on supply performance, business priorities, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Support strategic supply chain decisions through data analysis, performance monitoring, and business insights.
• Partner with key stakeholders to improve supply chain processes, strengthen supplier performance, and drive operational effectiveness.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Project management

Planning & prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Mars Accelerator, a global Division of Mars Snacking, invites a driven Manager, Commercial Operations to oversee inbound supply chain activities for the Raws Accelerator. You will ensure reliable supply of raw materials and drive supplier-enabled growth within a high-performing procurement framework.

Across cross-functional teams and manufacturing sites, you will lead supplier performance, implement disciplined reviews, and push continuous improvement using data-driven insights to balance cost,