Sr. Strategic Sourcing Manager, Category Partnerships

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Sr. Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead regional procurement engagements for MN SA. You will own category relationships, drive end-to-end sourcing, and partner with global centers to meet KPIs and business priorities.

Ideal candidates bring 7–10 years in strategic sourcing, strong leadership, and proficiency with Power BI, SAP, and MRP systems. Bachelor’s is required; MBA and CPSM/CIPS are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in procurement, supply chain, or finance.
• MBA preferred.
• CPM/CPSM/CIPS certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs end-to-end regional sourcing strategy and execution.
• Acts as strategic liaison between region, CoE, and Mars Global Services.
• Ensures KPIs and SLAs are met across procurement activities.
• Leads cross-functional projects in a matrixed environment.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Negotiation

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Procurement/Supply Chain

MBA or related Master’s

CPM/CPSM/CIPS certification

Tools

Power BI

SAP

MRP systems

Job description

Job Description:

The Sr. Strategic Sourcing Manager, Category Partnerships will lead regional Procurement engagement with the global Strategic Sourcing Categories across Direct and Indirect categories on behalf of Mars Snacking North America (MSNA). This Associate will own the Procurement relationship with assigned strategic sourcing categories, and act as the primary point of contact for related business partners. This role may also be responsible for the end-to-end sourcing of regional materials.

Job Level Descriptor:

• Strategic Category Management and Source-to-Contract Activities
• Supplier Relationship Management and Governance
• Regional Leadership and Stakeholder Management

Key Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include:

• Regional Sourcing & Commercial Leadership: Directs the end-to-end sourcing strategy and execution for all regionally segmented categories. Provides critical leadership in representation of the region to deliver on key business objectives.

• Global Partnership & Performance Accountability: Acts as the primary strategic liaison between the region, center of excellence and Mars Global Services, championing regional needs and priorities. Ensures partners are held accountable for delivering against key performance indicators (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs) for Procurement related activities and objectives.

What are we looking for?

• 7-10 years of experience with strategic sourcing, supplier/customer management, innovation management and business partnering.
• Total Delivered Cost Reduction and Working Capital Improvements
• Supplier Performance & Relationship Management
• Adapts and executes functional or departmental business plans and contributes to the development of functional strategy (3-5 years).
• Leadership: Proven experience managing cross-functional projects and leading team members in a matrixed or dotted-line reporting environment.
• Negotiation & Influence: Exceptional negotiation, stakeholder management, and communication skills to influence both local teams and global corporate centers.
• A passion for driving value for our business by leveraging various sourcing channels.
• Bachelors degree required, Masters degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Finance preferred
• CPSM, CIPs or equivalent preferred

Job Specifications/Qualifications

Education & Professional Qualifications

• Minimum requirement of Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain/Logistics/Materials Management or Finance and/or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• MBA or other Master’s degree preferred
• CPM/CPSM, CIPS or other analogous professional certification preferred

Knowledge / Experience

Minimum 7-10 years of Procurement and General Supply Chain experience in a progressive environment which includes strong working knowledge in the following: Strategic Sourcing, Negotiations and Contracting, SRM/SPM programs, continuous improvement programs, risk mitigation strategies. Breadth and depth in:

• Strong experiences in strategic sourcing methodology, e-sourcing, state-of-the-art risk management tools and supplier management programs. Experience in commodity markets and/or materials sourcing preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills and leadership skills enabling effective work within cross-functional teams. Excellent communication skills across all levels within the business
• Strong People Leadership experience in both linear and matrixed environments
• Strong project management experience with deep expertise in business financials, analytics & problem-solving
• Strong crisis management and conflict resolution skills with demonstrated ability to identify “root causes” of issues and determine course of action to meet short- and long-term business needs.
• Experience in managing dynamic business environments, where price stability, supply availability, and potential business outcomes are under continuous pressure and change.
• Proven supply chain management skills
• Proficient in Power BI, SAP and MRP systems

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.

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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 134,400.00 - USD 184,800.00