As the Digital Core TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) Leader, you will be the FP&A Associate responsible for modeling and managing the end-to-end cost view of Mars' global Digital Core transformation program. This role is pivotal in helping program and enterprise leadership make informed decisions by providing a comprehensive and dynamic view of the financial implications of design, scope, deployment, and operating model choices. You will work cross-functionally with MGS and segment finance teams, DT teams, transformation leaders, and external partners to assess the TCO of each system within scope, and build forward-looking cost models that support scenario planning, trade-off analysis, and long-term investment strategy. What are we looking for? Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field (MBA or CPA a plus) 5+ years of experience in FP&A, financial modeling, or investment analysis roles-ideally within a large transformation or technology program Proven ability to build complex financial models that drive strategic decision-making Experience with enterprise systems or technology-related costing (e.g., ERP, SaaS, infrastructure) preferred Strong business acumen and ability to translate technical discussions into financial insights Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions and levels Detail-oriented with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset What will be your key responsibilities? Develop and maintain detailed Total Cost of Ownership models for all systems and components within the Digital Core program (including SAP S/4HANA and edge systems). Support strategic decisions by modeling financial scenarios across different operating models, deployment timelines, and program choices. Provide insight into run and maintain costs vs. transformation investments to help optimize resource allocation and long-term value delivery. Support business case development and ongoing updates, aligning assumptions and inputs with evolving program scope. Coordinate with segment finance and functional leads to gather input, align assumptions, and ensure coherence across cost models. Communicate financial impact of options clearly to finance and non-finance stakeholders, enabling data-driven decision-making. Ensure accuracy, transparency, and version control of TCO models to maintain a single source of truth. 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. About Us Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world's best-loved brands: M&M's, SNICKERS, TWIX, MILKY WAY, DOVE, PEDIGREE, ROYAL CANIN, WHISKAS, EXTRA, ORBIT, 5, SKITTLES, BEN'S ORIGINAL, and COCOAVIA. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world's pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals, BluePearl, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA and Pet Partners. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles - Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom - inspire our 140,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.
Aug 13, 2025
Full time
As the Digital Core TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) Leader, you will be the FP&A Associate responsible for modeling and managing the end-to-end cost view of Mars' global Digital Core transformation program. This role is pivotal in helping program and enterprise leadership make informed decisions by providing a comprehensive and dynamic view of the financial implications of design, scope, deployment, and operating model choices. You will work cross-functionally with MGS and segment finance teams, DT teams, transformation leaders, and external partners to assess the TCO of each system within scope, and build forward-looking cost models that support scenario planning, trade-off analysis, and long-term investment strategy. What are we looking for? Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field (MBA or CPA a plus) 5+ years of experience in FP&A, financial modeling, or investment analysis roles-ideally within a large transformation or technology program Proven ability to build complex financial models that drive strategic decision-making Experience with enterprise systems or technology-related costing (e.g., ERP, SaaS, infrastructure) preferred Strong business acumen and ability to translate technical discussions into financial insights Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions and levels Detail-oriented with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset What will be your key responsibilities? Develop and maintain detailed Total Cost of Ownership models for all systems and components within the Digital Core program (including SAP S/4HANA and edge systems). Support strategic decisions by modeling financial scenarios across different operating models, deployment timelines, and program choices. Provide insight into run and maintain costs vs. transformation investments to help optimize resource allocation and long-term value delivery. Support business case development and ongoing updates, aligning assumptions and inputs with evolving program scope. Coordinate with segment finance and functional leads to gather input, align assumptions, and ensure coherence across cost models. Communicate financial impact of options clearly to finance and non-finance stakeholders, enabling data-driven decision-making. Ensure accuracy, transparency, and version control of TCO models to maintain a single source of truth. 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. About Us Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world's best-loved brands: M&M's, SNICKERS, TWIX, MILKY WAY, DOVE, PEDIGREE, ROYAL CANIN, WHISKAS, EXTRA, ORBIT, 5, SKITTLES, BEN'S ORIGINAL, and COCOAVIA. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world's pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals, BluePearl, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA and Pet Partners. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles - Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom - inspire our 140,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.
Global Product Line Director - Customer & Trade Planning page is loaded Global Product Line Director - Customer & Trade Planning Apply remote type Hybrid locations GBR-Berkshire-Slough time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R130341 Job Description: This role will work across Mars Wrigley and Mars Pet Nutrition segments and collaborate closely with business and technology Senior Leadership to ensure the successful delivery of Trade & Customer Planning capabilities. What are we looking for? Proven experience in product management and business capability development in the sales area. Experience with Trade products preferred. 8+ years of experience with TPM solutions and integrations preferred. Recent experience in global transformation programs is preferred. Leadership experience in establishing cross-functional product organisations. Strong knowledge of Product Management, DevOps and Agile principles, practices, and tools. Excellent communication and leadership skills. Ability to influence and drive change at all levels of the organisation. What will be your key responsibilities? Scope of the role to include: Trade & Customer Planning, product portfolio vision Product Managers Organisation built (2-5) Senior Stakeholder Alignment and Communication Product Line KPIs and Benefits Product Marketing and Sales Strategies Innovation Management User Adoption and Satisfaction Measures Product Management culture and operating model evangelism 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 a company bonus. Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. About Us Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world's best-loved brands: M&M's, SNICKERS, TWIX, MILKY WAY, DOVE, PEDIGREE, ROYAL CANIN, WHISKAS, EXTRA, ORBIT, 5, SKITTLES, BEN'S ORIGINAL, and COCOAVIA. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world's pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals, BluePearl, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA and Pet Partners. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles - Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom - inspire our 140,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.
Aug 11, 2025
Full time
Global Product Line Director - Customer & Trade Planning page is loaded Global Product Line Director - Customer & Trade Planning Apply remote type Hybrid locations GBR-Berkshire-Slough time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R130341 Job Description: This role will work across Mars Wrigley and Mars Pet Nutrition segments and collaborate closely with business and technology Senior Leadership to ensure the successful delivery of Trade & Customer Planning capabilities. What are we looking for? Proven experience in product management and business capability development in the sales area. Experience with Trade products preferred. 8+ years of experience with TPM solutions and integrations preferred. Recent experience in global transformation programs is preferred. Leadership experience in establishing cross-functional product organisations. Strong knowledge of Product Management, DevOps and Agile principles, practices, and tools. Excellent communication and leadership skills. Ability to influence and drive change at all levels of the organisation. What will be your key responsibilities? Scope of the role to include: Trade & Customer Planning, product portfolio vision Product Managers Organisation built (2-5) Senior Stakeholder Alignment and Communication Product Line KPIs and Benefits Product Marketing and Sales Strategies Innovation Management User Adoption and Satisfaction Measures Product Management culture and operating model evangelism 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 a company bonus. Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. About Us Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world's best-loved brands: M&M's, SNICKERS, TWIX, MILKY WAY, DOVE, PEDIGREE, ROYAL CANIN, WHISKAS, EXTRA, ORBIT, 5, SKITTLES, BEN'S ORIGINAL, and COCOAVIA. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world's pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals, BluePearl, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA and Pet Partners. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles - Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom - inspire our 140,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.
Regulatory Affairs Manager Job Description: Regulatory Affairs Manager, Market Access Strategy Are you ready to make an impact on the future of pet nutrition? Royal Canin, part of Mars, is seeking a Market Access Strategy Manager within our Global Regulatory Affairs team. This role supports our efforts to bring innovative ingredients, including alternative protein and fat sources, to market. Working alongside our Open Innovation Platform, you'll collaborate across departments to manage and execute regulatory strategies, driving impactful projects supporting our pet health and sustainability goals. Salary: £56,000 - £72,000 (negotiable), Annual Bonus, Benefits Preferred Location: London Hybrid working Key Responsibilities as an Individual Contributor: Market Access Strategy: Create and manage regulatory roadmaps to enable the smooth market entry of alternative ingredients in Royal Canin products, looking 10 years ahead. Global Engagement: Represent Royal Canin in projects within the PetCare Open Innovation Platform, collaborating with both internal and external partners on regulatory frameworks for novel ingredients. Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Commercial, and Regions, to support the development of data needed for regulatory clearances. Regulatory Advocacy and Shaping the Future Regulatory Environment: Ensure science-driven standards guide the regulations for alternative ingredients by influencing technical requirements and removing market access barriers, working closely with Public Affairs. Anticipate regulatory shifts that may impact compliance and actively advocate for frameworks that support pet health innovation, representing Royal Canin in key external forums. What We're Looking For: Extensive experience in Regulatory Affairs or R&D, particularly in global/regional roles focused on data for regulatory clearances within pet food/animal feed/food industry. Expertise in microbiology or experience in demonstrating microbiological strain safety and compliance. Project and Portfolio Management skills, or the motivation to quickly develop these capabilities. Strong communicator, able to engage diverse audiences and influence stakeholders across functions and regions. Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and navigate complex organizational structures. Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus. Why Join Mars? Work among 140,000+ talented Associates worldwide, all inspired by Mars' Five Principles. Be part of a purpose-driven company, striving to create a better world for pets, people, and the planet. Enjoy best-in-class learning and development support through Mars University and a competitive benefits package. An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus. Apply Now and help us shape the future of pet health! If you want to know more about the structure of the recruitment process, please visit our site: Thank you for considering joining the Mars family.
Feb 18, 2025
Full time
Regulatory Affairs Manager Job Description: Regulatory Affairs Manager, Market Access Strategy Are you ready to make an impact on the future of pet nutrition? Royal Canin, part of Mars, is seeking a Market Access Strategy Manager within our Global Regulatory Affairs team. This role supports our efforts to bring innovative ingredients, including alternative protein and fat sources, to market. Working alongside our Open Innovation Platform, you'll collaborate across departments to manage and execute regulatory strategies, driving impactful projects supporting our pet health and sustainability goals. Salary: £56,000 - £72,000 (negotiable), Annual Bonus, Benefits Preferred Location: London Hybrid working Key Responsibilities as an Individual Contributor: Market Access Strategy: Create and manage regulatory roadmaps to enable the smooth market entry of alternative ingredients in Royal Canin products, looking 10 years ahead. Global Engagement: Represent Royal Canin in projects within the PetCare Open Innovation Platform, collaborating with both internal and external partners on regulatory frameworks for novel ingredients. Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Commercial, and Regions, to support the development of data needed for regulatory clearances. Regulatory Advocacy and Shaping the Future Regulatory Environment: Ensure science-driven standards guide the regulations for alternative ingredients by influencing technical requirements and removing market access barriers, working closely with Public Affairs. Anticipate regulatory shifts that may impact compliance and actively advocate for frameworks that support pet health innovation, representing Royal Canin in key external forums. What We're Looking For: Extensive experience in Regulatory Affairs or R&D, particularly in global/regional roles focused on data for regulatory clearances within pet food/animal feed/food industry. Expertise in microbiology or experience in demonstrating microbiological strain safety and compliance. Project and Portfolio Management skills, or the motivation to quickly develop these capabilities. Strong communicator, able to engage diverse audiences and influence stakeholders across functions and regions. Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and navigate complex organizational structures. Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus. Why Join Mars? Work among 140,000+ talented Associates worldwide, all inspired by Mars' Five Principles. Be part of a purpose-driven company, striving to create a better world for pets, people, and the planet. Enjoy best-in-class learning and development support through Mars University and a competitive benefits package. An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus. Apply Now and help us shape the future of pet health! If you want to know more about the structure of the recruitment process, please visit our site: Thank you for considering joining the Mars family.