Strategic Packaging Sourcing Lead

Mars Incorporated in; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 79,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus

Job summary

Mars Incorporated in Chicago, IL is seeking a Sourcing Specialist - Packaging (Finance) to own packaging subcategories, drive sourcing initiatives, and partner with Finance, Operations, and R&D.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, RFQ/RFP leadership, supplier negotiations, and developing value-driven sourcing strategies across a global organization.

You will benefit from Mars University and a competitive benefits package, with a focus on continuous improvement and cross-functional impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3+ years of procurement or strategic sourcing experience.
• Experience leading RFQs/RFPs and evaluating supplier proposals.
• Experience negotiating contracts and supplier agreements.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret spend, pricing, and market data.
• Ability to balance cost, quality, service, and continuity in sourcing decisions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Own packaging subcategories and lead sourcing initiatives with increasing independence.
• Run competitive RFQs and RFPs from market analysis through supplier selection and award.
• Analyze spend and supplier proposals to identify opportunities and risks.
• Develop business cases and sourcing recommendations balancing value and continuity.
• Lead negotiations and support end-to-end contracting with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain pricing and supplier agreements post-events.
• Collaborate across Procurement, Operations, R&D, Quality and Finance.

Skills

Procurement experience

Strategic sourcing

RFQ/RFP leadership

Negotiation

Spend analysis

Sourcing strategy

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Mars Incorporated in Chicago, IL is seeking a Sourcing Specialist - Packaging (Finance) to own packaging subcategories, drive sourcing initiatives, and partner with Finance, Operations, and R&D.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, RFQ/RFP leadership, supplier negotiations, and developing value-driven sourcing strategies across a global organization.

You will benefit from Mars University and a competitive benefits package, with a focus on continuous improvement and cross-functional impact.