P&O Business Partner — Factory Leadership & Talent

Mars; Kendall Township (IL); On-site; USD 101,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mars University

Competitive salary and benefits

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Mars is seeking a P&O Business Partner to align people strategies with factory operations across North America. You will work with Factory and Technical Directors, shaping the talent agenda and engagement at a strategic level while co-designing and implementing the Mars Associate Experience.

You will partner with multiple site leadership teams, lead change initiatives, and guide the P&O model to drive business outcomes. Strong data mindset and ability to influence are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Preferred qualification: Master / Post Graduate Degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or related field.
• At the factories minimum 3 days a week (travel and regional responsibilities).
• 5+ years of progressive P&O/HR experience.
• 3+ years of manufacturing setting experience preferred.
• Solid knowledge of US labor regulations and their application.
• Strong consulting skills and ability to influence decisions to a positive business outcome.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Operations leaders to achieve goals aligned with people agenda.
• Collaborate with site Leadership Teams and enable effective ways of working.
• Drive talent pipeline and OD interventions to strengthen engagement and performance.
• Lead unit-level projects to drive change and adopt Mars signature programs.
• Support MyP&O and Talent Acquisition to ensure efficient operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Change management

Relationship building

Influence decisions

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Master or Postgraduate Degree in Human Resources / Business Management or related field

Job description

Mars is seeking a P&O Business Partner to align people strategies with factory operations across North America. You will work with Factory and Technical Directors, shaping the talent agenda and engagement at a strategic level while co-designing and implementing the Mars Associate Experience.

You will partner with multiple site leadership teams, lead change initiatives, and guide the P&O model to drive business outcomes. Strong data mindset and ability to influence are essential.