Manager, Category - Plastics & Tin

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

Mars University

Job summary

Mars in Chicago is seeking a Manager, Category Lead - Plastics & Tin to own global category strategies for rigid plastics and tins, partnering with Sourcing Managers and cross-functional stakeholders. You will build long-term strategies, manage strategic supplier relationships, and drive cost reduction and innovation over a five-year horizon.

The role also offers a learning-focused environment and a competitive benefits package as part of total compensation.

Qualifications

• 5 years procurement experience.
• Ability to create and deliver global category strategies.
• Passion for developing cross-functional and supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop & Execute Category Strategy: Define and own the long-term global category strategy, translating it into an annual sourcing plan.
• Manage Strategic Relationships: Serve as the primary business partner for internal stakeholders and lead strategic relationship management for key suppliers.
• Drive Category Transformation: Utilize market intelligence to identify and lead high-priority, transformational initiatives.

Skills

Procurement

Global category strategies

Cross-functional relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

As a Manager, Category Lead - Plastics & Tin, you will be globally responsible for the Mars Snacking category strategies for rigid plastics and tins. You will partner closely with the Sourcing Managers who will be responsible for executing the strategy and sourcing approach you define. You will be accountable for key global strategic supplier relationships and developing the cost reduction pipeline for the next five years. Significant cross-functional collaboration with a wide range of stakeholders is expected.

What are we looking for?

• 5 years procurement experience
• Ability to create and deliver global category strategies.
• Passion for developing cross-functional and supplier relationships.
• Bachelors degree at a minimum

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Develop & Execute Category Strategy: Define and own the long-term global category strategy, translating it into an annual sourcing plan executed by regional sourcing teams to deliver on cost, cash, resilience, quality, innovation and sustainability goals.
• Manage Strategic Relationships: Serve as the primary business partner for internal stakeholders and lead strategic relationship management for key suppliers to drive innovation and development.
• Drive Category Transformation: Utilize market intelligence to identify and lead high-priority, transformational initiatives that shape the future direction and success of the category.

What can you expect from Mars?

Work with diverse 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.

A strong focus on 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 108,160.00 - USD 148,720.00