VP, Enterprise Technology – People & Organization, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability

VP, Enterprise Technology – People & Organization, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 284,000 - 391,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars, Incorporated seeks a visionary VP, Enterprise Technology – People & Organization, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability to lead the global digital transformation across P&O, Corporate Affairs, and Sustainability. You will champion a modern product-centric operating model, govern multi-million-dollar vendor partnerships, and drive AI-enabled delivery across federated units.

You will influence C-suite leaders, scale Agile / DevOps, and orchestrate large-scale integrations such as Kellanova to

Qualifications

• 15+ years of technology leadership in global environments.
• Deep HR and corporate tech ecosystem expertise with Workday and ServiceNow.
• Proven digital transformation and M&A integration experience.
• Visionary AI, analytics, and data-driven decision making.
• Executive presence and stakeholder management across federated units.
• Strong vendor and ecosystem governance experience.
• Nice-to-have MBA; experience in consumer goods, pharma, or tech environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end strategy across P&O, Corporate Affairs, and Sustainability.
• Scale product-based operating model with ownership of core platforms (Workday, ServiceNow).
• Drive integration across enterprise domains and federated needs with global commonality.
• Direct enterprise-scale transformation programs and change management.
• Build trusted relationships with senior executives across Mars domains.
• Oversee global technology delivery and 24/7 operations with strong compliance.
• Manage strategic vendor relationships and contracting for long-term value.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and AI to keep Mars future-ready.

Skills

HR tech leadership

Workday

ServiceNow

M&A integration

Agile/DevOps

AI & analytics

Executive presence

Vendor governance

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field

Job description

Job Description:

VP, Enterprise Technology – People & Organization, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability

Are you ready to shape the digital future for over 140,000+ Associates worldwide? As the VP, Enterprise Technology – People & Organization (HR), Corporate Affairs & Sustainability, you will sit at the helm of Mars’ global digital transformation. You will define and execute the technology vision across our core People & Organization, Corporate Affairs, and Sustainability ecosystems, orchestrating cutting‑edge product platforms, data solutions, and AI capabilities. In this high‑visibility role, you will lead critical enterprise‑wide milestones—including harmonizing federated systems and leading large‑scale integrations like Kellanova—to build a frictionless, modern, and world‑class Associate experience.

Operating at the strategic intersection of business ambition and technological innovation, you will champion a modern, product‑centric operating model across a global, federated enterprise. You will serve as the trusted advisor to C‑suite and functional leadership, empowering high‑performing global teams, scaling Agile and DevOps practices, and harnessing next‑generation technologies to deliver sustainable, value‑driven business outcomes.

What are we looking for?

• Minimum Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related technical field.

• 15+ years of technology leadership experience spearheading enterprise‑scale digital and technology organizations within complex, global environments.

• Deep HR & corporate tech ecosystem expertise, with proven hands‑on leadership across core enterprise platforms—Workday and ServiceNow are essential.

• Proven track record in digital transformation & M&A integration, including scaling product‑led operating models, Agile/DevOps adoption, and harmonizing federated IT architectures.

• Visionary grasp of AI, analytics, and data‑driven decision‑making, with a passion for designing seamless, end‑to‑end Associate journeys (spanning talent, payroll, time & attendance, and corporate affairs).

• Exceptional executive presence and stakeholder management, with demonstrated success influencing across federated business units, global delivery centers, and senior leadership.

• Strong vendor and ecosystem governance, with extensive experience managing multi‑million‑dollar global vendor partnerships and strategic alliances.

• Nice‑to‑Have / Preferred: Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent); prior experience navigating large matrixed consumer goods (CPG), pharma, or tech enterprise environments.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Enterprise Technology Leadership & Strategy: Lead the end‑to‑end strategy, architecture, delivery, and evolution of technology capabilities across P&O, Corporate Affairs, and Sustainability, aligning functional roadmaps with Mars’ enterprise digital agenda.

• Product & Platform Operating Model: Champion and scale a product‑based operating model with full lifecycle ownership of key enterprise platforms (e.g., Workday, ServiceNow) and custom applications, embedding Agile, DevOps, and AI‑enabled delivery practices.

• Cross‑Functional Value & Integration Orchestration: Drive high‑impact value creation and technology convergence across enterprise domains, ensuring smooth heritage integrations (e.g., Kellanova) while balancing federated needs with global commonality.

• Digital Transformation & Change Leadership: Direct enterprise‑scale transformation programs, championing robust organizational change management, adoption strategies, and executive escalations to ensure measurable business outcomes.

• Stakeholder & Ecosystem Partnership: Build trusted relationships with senior executives across P&O, Corporate Affairs, Mars Global Services (MGS), and segment technology organizations (CTIO, GDO, CDIO).

• Delivery & Operational Excellence: Oversee global technology delivery teams, ensuring secure, scalable, and resilient 24/7 operations with rigorous SLA management, data privacy, and enterprise architecture compliance.

• Strategic Vendor & Partner Management: Direct strategic vendor relationships and commercial contracting, driving long‑term ecosystem sustainability, cost efficiency, and performance accountability.

• Innovation & Future‑Readiness: Continuously evaluate emerging technologies, AI advancements, and industry trends to foster a culture of experimentation and keep Mars at the forefront of workforce technology.

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.

• Best‑in‑class 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.

Thebase pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between the below range, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, andexperience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, if eligible, including variable pay & general allowances (depending on the positionand employee’s work schedule). Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicablepolicies andplans then in effect, and depending on the position offered and the employee’s work schedule (i.e., part‑time schedule), eligible employees are automatically enrolled in a 401(k) plan, are eligible to participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee’s eligible dependents and may be eligible to take up to 18 weeks of paid parental leave.Employees will also receivethe following paid‑time off (which may be prorated based on start date and the employee’s work schedule):120 hours of vacation per year, paid sick time for eligible Associates of 100% pay continuation for a maximum of 40 hours per calendar year,and 12 paid holidays (equal to 96 paid holiday hours) throughout the calendar year that include both fixed and flexible holidays.

Base Salary Pay Range: $284,000USD - $390,500USD