Procurement Ops Lead, Raws & Inbound Reliability

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Job summary

Mars in Chicago seeks a Procurement Operations Manager- Raws to lead global inbound supply chains, drive reliability, and champion lean, agile processes. You will manage high-impact categories and develop risk mitigation strategies with a small team.

The role emphasizes coaching 1–2 indirect reports, inventory optimization and collaboration across functions, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) plan and comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• 5 years of procurement and/or supply chain experience.
• In-depth understanding of supply chain and supplier relationship management.
• Bachelor's degree at a minimum.

Responsibilities

• Recommend and implement risk mitigation strategies for inbound supply.
• Manage high-impact categories to support the supply chain.
• Implement sourcing strategies while supporting cost-reduction initiatives.
• Coach and develop a team of 1–2 indirect reports.
• Develop materials management strategies balancing service levels with inventory and obsolescence.

Skills

Procurement experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Mars in Chicago seeks a Procurement Operations Manager- Raws to lead global inbound supply chains, drive reliability, and champion lean, agile processes. You will manage high-impact categories and develop risk mitigation strategies with a small team.

The role emphasizes coaching 1–2 indirect reports, inventory optimization and collaboration across functions, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) plan and comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage.