Global Packaging Transformation Lead

Mars Incorporated; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 119,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

401k plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Mars Incorporated is seeking a Packaging Simplification Senior Manager in Chicago to drive global cost-reduction initiatives in the packaging portfolio and to establish key supplier partnerships with governance and planning structures.

This is a 2-year project focused on transforming the packaging category with collaboration across R&D, Supply, and external consultants to unlock opportunities and deliver measurable value.

Qualifications

• 8 years of procurement experience (must have).
• Demonstrated ability in leading global change initiatives.
• Strong capabilities in supplier relationship management.
• Expertise in internal stakeholder communications and management.

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.
• Drive Category Transformation: Lead predefined strategic initiatives that drive the category forward including a key program on print methodology and color.
• Manage Strategic Relationships: Lead the rollout of global strategic deal contracts and governance across the Mars enterprise within Packaging.

Skills

Procurement experience

Global change initiatives

Supplier relationship management

Internal stakeholder communications

Job description

Mars Incorporated is seeking a Packaging Simplification Senior Manager in Chicago to drive global cost-reduction initiatives in the packaging portfolio and to establish key supplier partnerships with governance and planning structures.

This is a 2-year project focused on transforming the packaging category with collaboration across R&D, Supply, and external consultants to unlock opportunities and deliver measurable value.