Packaging Operations Leader & Strategy Architect

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

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Sr. Manager, Commercial Operations for Packaging to lead a newly formed team and establish our inbound commercial operations framework. You will partner across Strategic Sourcing, Inbound Supply Chain, Planning, and supplier partners to drive cost and delivery improvements.

You will architect operational playbooks, manage enterprise systems, and champion resiliency and cross-functional alignment to enable strategic packaging initiatives across North America.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or related field.
• Experience: 5-7+ years of relevant experience across supply chain operations, logistics, purchasing, or commercial sourcing.
• Technical Acumen: 3+ years hands-on experience with SAP or ERP/MRP systems and Power BI/data visualization.
• Travel: Up to 20% travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Architect & Lead the Team: Build, coach, and evolve a newly formed Commercial Operations team. Serve as the functional expert for key enterprise systems (SAP, Power BI) and establish WoW.
• Commercial Strategy & Execution: Co-develop category strategies with focus on value leadership, cash flow, and TCO. Manage supplier SLAs and drive projects.
• Supplier Performance & Risk Management: Own SPM framework; drive supplier accountability on OTIF, quality, and service levels.
• Inbound Value Stream Optimization: Partner with Planning and Logistics to optimize material flows and lead times; provide forecast visibility.
• Cross-Functional Integration: Be the core contact across SQA, Manufacturing, R&D, and Global Commercial partners.

Skills

Architect Mindset

Collaborative Leadership

Data-Driven Problem Solver

Operational Depth

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/Logistics/Business

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Mars is seeking a Sr. Manager, Commercial Operations for Packaging to lead a newly formed team and establish our inbound commercial operations framework. You will partner across Strategic Sourcing, Inbound Supply Chain, Planning, and supplier partners to drive cost and delivery improvements.

You will architect operational playbooks, manage enterprise systems, and champion resiliency and cross-functional alignment to enable strategic packaging initiatives across North America.