Senior Sourcing Manager External Manufacturing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, Finance, or a related discipline; MBA, advanced degree, and/or professional certifications (CPSM, CIPS, APICS, or equivalent) preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, supply chain, operations, or commercial management, with a proven track record of developing and executing sourcing strategies in complex business environments.
• Demonstrated success leading complex commercial negotiations, contract execution, and category management initiatives that deliver productivity, cost savings, value creation, and supplier performance improvements.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, supply chain dynamics, supplier economics, and strategic supplier relationship management.
• Experience in External Manufacturing, Contract Manufacturing, Co-Manufacturing, Packaging sourcing, or related manufacturing categories strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams without direct authority while effectively engaging executive stakeholders and driving alignment across the organization.
• FMCG, Food, Beverage, Consumer Products, or Manufacturing industry experience preferred, with strong analytical, communication, project management, and change agility skills; ability to travel approximately 25-30%.
• 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.