Global Strategy Lead — Growth & Insights

Mars; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 134,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Senior Manager of Global Strategy for Mars Snacking to lead deployment of global strategies and support long-term growth across our brands. The role requires strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills, with a track record of delivering complex projects at senior levels.

Reporting to the Director of Global Strategy and working with the Mars Snacking Leadership Team, you will drive strategic initiatives, collaborate across regions, and influence executives through

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Business or related field; MBA/MS preferred.
• 5+ years in global strategy or strategy consulting; CPG experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and data-to-insights abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to drive complex projects with senior leaders.
• Comfort with ambiguity; strong PowerPoint/Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead current Strategy deployment and track progress vs target; identify growth opportunities/risks.
• Lead Global Ice Cream strategy refresh and mid-term planning.
• Collaborate with regional teams to localize refreshed strategy.
• Drive competitive intelligence and benchmarking; conduct desk research and data analysis.
• Lead geographic expansion and licensing considerations.
• Present challenges, strengths, and performance to C-suite/Board with polished materials.
• Manage internal projects across key business issues; define questions and execute plans.
• Partner with IC leaders to sharpen priorities and seed growth areas.
• Upskill teams and develop key talents in the ice cream organization.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Presentation

Stakeholder management

Ambiguity tolerance

Strategic thinking

Passion for consumer goods

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Business or related field

MBA/MS

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Mars is seeking a Senior Manager of Global Strategy for Mars Snacking to lead deployment of global strategies and support long-term growth across our brands. The role requires strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills, with a track record of delivering complex projects at senior levels.

Reporting to the Director of Global Strategy and working with the Mars Snacking Leadership Team, you will drive strategic initiatives, collaborate across regions, and influence executives through