Job Description: Are you passionate about Data and Analytics (D&A) and excited about how it can completely transform the way an enterprise works? Do you have the strategic vision, technical expertise, and leadership skills to drive data-driven solutions? Do you want to work in a dynamic, fast-growing category? If so, you might be the ideal candidate for the role in the Data and Analytics function for Global Pet Nutrition (PN) at Mars. Pet Nutrition (PN) is the most vibrant category in the FMCG sector. As we work to transform this exciting category, a new program, Digital First, has been mobilized by the Mars Pet Nutrition (PN) leadership team. Digital First places pet parents at the center of all we do in Mars PN, while digitalizing a wide range of business process areas, and creating future fit capabilities to achieve ambitious targets in top line growth, earnings, and pet parent centricity. The Digital First agenda requires Digitizing at scale and requires you to demonstrate significant thought leadership, quality decision making, deep technical know-how, and an ability to navigate complex business challenges while building and leading a team of world class data and analytics leaders. With Digital First, PN is moving to a Product based model to create business facing digital capabilities. Develop and maintain robust data pipelines and storage solutions to support data analytics and machine learning initiatives. Reporting to the Director-Data engineering solution, The role operates globally in collaboration with teams engineering teams across core products. Technical Leadership - Provide strong technical leadership to data engineers and DevOps engineers across growth product teams. Act as a thought partner in the design, implementation, and evolution of scalable data platforms and assets. Champion best practices in data engineering and foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-performance culture across teams. Engineering Standards and Frameworks: Define, maintain, and evolve data engineering standards, patterns, and frameworks that product teams can adopt. Ensure consistency, quality, and reusability across solutions. Serve as a point of accountability for technical decisions and architectural direction, while empowering product teams to execute effectively. DataOps Enablement and Optimization: Drive the adoption of modern DataOps principles to streamline engineering workflows. Partner with platform teams to establish CI/CD pipelines, observability standards that improve operational efficiency, reliability, and speed across data pipelines. Data Governance and Quality Assurance: Embed governance, security, and data quality practices into engineering workflows. Define guardrails and reference implementations for data access control, data lineage, and compliance. Promote consistent metadata management and enforce technical standards to ensure trust in data assets. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with PN D&A leadership, PN product owners, and segment D&A leadership to synchronize and formulate data priorities aimed at maximizing value through data utilization. Knowledge / Experience Expertise in Commercial/Procurement Analytics. Experience in SAP (S/4 Hana). Experience with Spark, Databricks, or similar data processing tools. Stron g technical proficiency in data modelin g , SQL, NoSQL databases, and data warehousing . Hands-on experience with data pipeline development, ETL processes, and big data technolo g ies (e. g ., Hadoop, Spark, Kafka). Proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Goo g le Cloud and cloud-based data services (e.g ., AWS Redshift, Azure Synapse Analytics, Goog le Bi g Query). Experience with DataOps practices and tools, includin g CI/CD for data pipelines. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders. Stron g analytical and problem-solvin g skills with a focus on driving actionable insig hts from complex data sets. 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.
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Are you passionate about Data and Analytics (D&A) and excited about how it can completely transform the way an enterprise works? Do you have the strategic vision, technical expertise, and leadership skills to drive data-driven solutions? Do you want to work in a dynamic, fast-growing category? If so, you might be the ideal candidate for the role in the Data and Analytics function for Global Pet Nutrition (PN) at Mars. Pet Nutrition (PN) is the most vibrant category in the FMCG sector. As we work to transform this exciting category, a new program, Digital First, has been mobilized by the Mars Pet Nutrition (PN) leadership team. Digital First places pet parents at the center of all we do in Mars PN, while digitalizing a wide range of business process areas, and creating future fit capabilities to achieve ambitious targets in top line growth, earnings, and pet parent centricity. The Digital First agenda requires Digitizing at scale and requires you to demonstrate significant thought leadership, quality decision making, deep technical know-how, and an ability to navigate complex business challenges while building and leading a team of world class data and analytics leaders. With Digital First, PN is moving to a Product based model to create business facing digital capabilities. Develop and maintain robust data pipelines and storage solutions to support data analytics and machine learning initiatives. Reporting to the Director-Data engineering solution, The role operates globally in collaboration with teams engineering teams across core products. Technical Leadership - Provide strong technical leadership to data engineers and DevOps engineers across growth product teams. Act as a thought partner in the design, implementation, and evolution of scalable data platforms and assets. Champion best practices in data engineering and foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-performance culture across teams. Engineering Standards and Frameworks: Define, maintain, and evolve data engineering standards, patterns, and frameworks that product teams can adopt. Ensure consistency, quality, and reusability across solutions. Serve as a point of accountability for technical decisions and architectural direction, while empowering product teams to execute effectively. DataOps Enablement and Optimization: Drive the adoption of modern DataOps principles to streamline engineering workflows. Partner with platform teams to establish CI/CD pipelines, observability standards that improve operational efficiency, reliability, and speed across data pipelines. Data Governance and Quality Assurance: Embed governance, security, and data quality practices into engineering workflows. Define guardrails and reference implementations for data access control, data lineage, and compliance. Promote consistent metadata management and enforce technical standards to ensure trust in data assets. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with PN D&A leadership, PN product owners, and segment D&A leadership to synchronize and formulate data priorities aimed at maximizing value through data utilization. Knowledge / Experience Expertise in Commercial/Procurement Analytics. Experience in SAP (S/4 Hana). Experience with Spark, Databricks, or similar data processing tools. Stron g technical proficiency in data modelin g , SQL, NoSQL databases, and data warehousing . Hands-on experience with data pipeline development, ETL processes, and big data technolo g ies (e. g ., Hadoop, Spark, Kafka). Proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Goo g le Cloud and cloud-based data services (e.g ., AWS Redshift, Azure Synapse Analytics, Goog le Bi g Query). Experience with DataOps practices and tools, includin g CI/CD for data pipelines. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders. Stron g analytical and problem-solvin g skills with a focus on driving actionable insig hts from complex data sets. 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.
Job Description: Pet Caretaker Waltham Salary £25,800 -£30,500 inclusive of shift pay Company performance bonus Hours 9.5 per day on rotation (average of 37.5 hours per week) Permanent As Pet Caretaker at Mars, you will work in a team environment to provide daily care and management for the pets in our Pet Centre. What are we looking for? Experience with Dogs/Cats: Hands-on interaction, ideally in a kennel, shelter, or research setting. Animal Health Knowledge: Understanding of pet wellness and care needs. Grooming/Training Experience: Familiarity with basic grooming tools and positive reinforcement techniques. Adaptability: Willing to work outdoors in varying weather. What would be your key responsibilities? Safety and Quality: Maintain a strict adherence to safety and quality protocols; proactively identify and make suggestions to resolved issues, ensuring a safe, hygienic, and enriching environment for all people and pets. Training & Behaviour Work: Conduct behavioural assessments, obedience sessions, and implement individualized training plans following Mars Standards Enrichment & Welfare: Plan and execute physical/mental stimulation activities like play sessions, socialization, and grooming in line with standard operation procedures Health Monitoring: Carry out basic health checks, observations and provide support with delivering medical treatments. Support for Research Work: Accurate data and sample collection for research studies. What can you expect from Mars? Work with over 130,000 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 Mars 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 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow. 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.
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Pet Caretaker Waltham Salary £25,800 -£30,500 inclusive of shift pay Company performance bonus Hours 9.5 per day on rotation (average of 37.5 hours per week) Permanent As Pet Caretaker at Mars, you will work in a team environment to provide daily care and management for the pets in our Pet Centre. What are we looking for? Experience with Dogs/Cats: Hands-on interaction, ideally in a kennel, shelter, or research setting. Animal Health Knowledge: Understanding of pet wellness and care needs. Grooming/Training Experience: Familiarity with basic grooming tools and positive reinforcement techniques. Adaptability: Willing to work outdoors in varying weather. What would be your key responsibilities? Safety and Quality: Maintain a strict adherence to safety and quality protocols; proactively identify and make suggestions to resolved issues, ensuring a safe, hygienic, and enriching environment for all people and pets. Training & Behaviour Work: Conduct behavioural assessments, obedience sessions, and implement individualized training plans following Mars Standards Enrichment & Welfare: Plan and execute physical/mental stimulation activities like play sessions, socialization, and grooming in line with standard operation procedures Health Monitoring: Carry out basic health checks, observations and provide support with delivering medical treatments. Support for Research Work: Accurate data and sample collection for research studies. What can you expect from Mars? Work with over 130,000 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 Mars 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 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow. 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.
Job Description: Pet Caretaker Waltham Salary £25,800 -£30,500 inclusive of shift pay Company performance bonus Hours 9.5 per day on rotation (average of 37.5 hours per week) Permanent As Pet Caretaker at Mars, you will work in a team environment to provide daily care and management for the pets in our Pet Centre. What are we looking for? Experience with Dogs/Cats: Hands-on interaction, ideally in a kennel, shelter, or research setting. Animal Health Knowledge: Understanding of pet wellness and care needs. Grooming/Training Experience: Familiarity with basic grooming tools and positive reinforcement techniques. Adaptability: Willing to work outdoors in varying weather. What would be your key responsibilities? Safety and Quality: Maintain a strict adherence to safety and quality protocols; proactively identify and make suggestions to resolved issues, ensuring a safe, hygienic, and enriching environment for all people and pets. Training & Behaviour Work: Conduct behavioural assessments, obedience sessions, and implement individualized training plans following Mars Standards Enrichment & Welfare: Plan and execute physical/mental stimulation activities like play sessions, socialization, and grooming in line with standard operation procedures Health Monitoring: Carry out basic health checks, observations and provide support with delivering medical treatments. Support for Research Work: Accurate data and sample collection for research studies. What can you expect from Mars? Work with over 130,000 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 Mars 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 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow. 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.
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Pet Caretaker Waltham Salary £25,800 -£30,500 inclusive of shift pay Company performance bonus Hours 9.5 per day on rotation (average of 37.5 hours per week) Permanent As Pet Caretaker at Mars, you will work in a team environment to provide daily care and management for the pets in our Pet Centre. What are we looking for? Experience with Dogs/Cats: Hands-on interaction, ideally in a kennel, shelter, or research setting. Animal Health Knowledge: Understanding of pet wellness and care needs. Grooming/Training Experience: Familiarity with basic grooming tools and positive reinforcement techniques. Adaptability: Willing to work outdoors in varying weather. What would be your key responsibilities? Safety and Quality: Maintain a strict adherence to safety and quality protocols; proactively identify and make suggestions to resolved issues, ensuring a safe, hygienic, and enriching environment for all people and pets. Training & Behaviour Work: Conduct behavioural assessments, obedience sessions, and implement individualized training plans following Mars Standards Enrichment & Welfare: Plan and execute physical/mental stimulation activities like play sessions, socialization, and grooming in line with standard operation procedures Health Monitoring: Carry out basic health checks, observations and provide support with delivering medical treatments. Support for Research Work: Accurate data and sample collection for research studies. What can you expect from Mars? Work with over 130,000 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 Mars 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 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow. 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.
Job Description: Statistician - WALTHAM Petcare Science Institute Waltham-on-the-Wolds, Leicestershire Hybrid working available At Mars Petcare, we believe science and data can make a better world for pets. WALTHAM is our global science centre, driving innovation in pet nutrition, health, and care. We're looking for a Statistician to join our Data Analytics team and support research through high-quality experimental design and data analysis. You'll collaborate with scientists and partners across Mars Petcare, providing statistical insights that shape real-world outcomes for pets. Projects may include evaluating microbiome changes or assessing new lab methods for biomarkers. You'll also support a culture of rigorous, data-driven science by sharing knowledge and best practices. What We're Looking For PhD or Master's in statistics, mathematics, computer science, or a related field Strong skills in R, Python is a plus Solid understanding of statistical analysis and sample size estimation Excellent communication and collaboration skills Experience in life sciences or R&D is an advantage Key Responsibilities Design experiments and conduct statistical analyses for research studies Clearly communicate results to scientific and non-scientific audiences Peer-review analytical work and contribute to shared code libraries Champion data-led decision-making and support research teams in statistical literacy What You Can Expect From Mars Purpose-driven work that improves the lives of pets A diverse, inclusive culture guided by our Five Principles Access to learning via Mars University from day one Competitive salary, bonus, benefits, and flexible working 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.
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Statistician - WALTHAM Petcare Science Institute Waltham-on-the-Wolds, Leicestershire Hybrid working available At Mars Petcare, we believe science and data can make a better world for pets. WALTHAM is our global science centre, driving innovation in pet nutrition, health, and care. We're looking for a Statistician to join our Data Analytics team and support research through high-quality experimental design and data analysis. You'll collaborate with scientists and partners across Mars Petcare, providing statistical insights that shape real-world outcomes for pets. Projects may include evaluating microbiome changes or assessing new lab methods for biomarkers. You'll also support a culture of rigorous, data-driven science by sharing knowledge and best practices. What We're Looking For PhD or Master's in statistics, mathematics, computer science, or a related field Strong skills in R, Python is a plus Solid understanding of statistical analysis and sample size estimation Excellent communication and collaboration skills Experience in life sciences or R&D is an advantage Key Responsibilities Design experiments and conduct statistical analyses for research studies Clearly communicate results to scientific and non-scientific audiences Peer-review analytical work and contribute to shared code libraries Champion data-led decision-making and support research teams in statistical literacy What You Can Expect From Mars Purpose-driven work that improves the lives of pets A diverse, inclusive culture guided by our Five Principles Access to learning via Mars University from day one Competitive salary, bonus, benefits, and flexible working 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.
Job Description: Pet Nutrition (PN) is the most vibrant category in the FMCG sector. As we work to transform this exciting category, a new program, Digital First, has been mobilized by the Mars Pet Nutrition (PN) leadership team. Digital First places pet parents at the center of all we do, while digitalizing a wide range of business process areas, and creating future fit capabilities to achieve ambitious targets in top line growth, earnings, and user centricity. Digitizing at scale across Demand & Supply is one of the key focus areas for Digital First. The agenda requires you to demonstrate significant thought leadership, quality decision making, deep technical know-how, and an ability to navigate complex business challenges while building and leading a team of world class data and analytics leaders. Within the framework of Digital First, a new position has been established to develop and scale Data & Analytics (D&A) products to unlock SRM potential in Mars: SRM Pricing & PPA D&A Lead. Reporting to the SRM D&A Lead, Global Director, PN Growth, the person in this role will also be accountable to the Global SRM Pricing & PPA Product Owner and will be an integral member of the PN SRM product leadership team. This role operates on a global scale and collaborates closely with PN business team members across all departments. This role is a project-based transformation role and has a current expected end date of 3 years. As we move closer to the date, we will work with you to explore other opportunities for employment within the Mars family of companies. If a suitable alternative role is not available at that time, your employment will end. What will be your key responsibilities? Spearhead the D&A delivery of a comprehensive product strategy for Strategic Pricing & Price Package Architecture, aligned with PN overall growth vision, priorities and goals Partner with business product owner to deliver SRM D&A capabilities to drive & embed top quartile Pricing & Price-Pack Architecture capabilities within Mars PN, and as a result, fulfil consumer penetration, category profit pool, NSV growth and MAC target commitments Partner with global and regional SRM Pricing teams on the use of D&A products to collaboratively transform our collective capabilities and maturity, and drive a culture of data driven, informed decision-making Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement analytics solutions that scale and are aligned with product objectives set out in the roadmap Develop and implement a comprehensive data strategy ensuring effective collection, storage, and utilization of relevant data. Contribute to the development of a sound data foundation for all growth initiatives. Be laser focused on value creation and exceptional adoption of created capabilities to deliver impact/ results through routine or advanced analytics, identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements Engage with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment between D&A initiatives and business objectives Lead a high performing D&A team, direct /dotted, and partner with other resources, fostering collaboration and skill development Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess product success and impact Effectively communicate data concepts to non-technical stakeholders and provide training to product teams. Identify and mitigate data-related risks, ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations, and with agreed governance practices for data accuracy, interoperability, integrity and security of our data assets What are we looking for? Proven track record of leading teams to develop and implement data and analytics solutions to drive business value. Understanding of pricing domains is a must. Experience in delivery management of analytical products, including strength in business -to-science translation to enable partnering with Product Teams in bringing analytics products to life at scale Proven ability to integrate data-driven insights into processes and decision-making. Strong story-telling skills with ability to educate non-digitally savvy leadership & staff, working across multiple levels. Executive stakeholder communications experience is a plus. Proven track record to get things done in a matrixed organization - including the ability to influence without authority Experience in building and managing high-performing data and analytics teams is a must. Experience in managing relationships with external data vendors and analytics service providers. Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. CPG and Retailer knowledge, including knowledge of, and experience using key external third-party data sources including, first-party data, and Associates surveys What can you expect from Mars? Work with over 140,000 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. 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.
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Pet Nutrition (PN) is the most vibrant category in the FMCG sector. As we work to transform this exciting category, a new program, Digital First, has been mobilized by the Mars Pet Nutrition (PN) leadership team. Digital First places pet parents at the center of all we do, while digitalizing a wide range of business process areas, and creating future fit capabilities to achieve ambitious targets in top line growth, earnings, and user centricity. Digitizing at scale across Demand & Supply is one of the key focus areas for Digital First. The agenda requires you to demonstrate significant thought leadership, quality decision making, deep technical know-how, and an ability to navigate complex business challenges while building and leading a team of world class data and analytics leaders. Within the framework of Digital First, a new position has been established to develop and scale Data & Analytics (D&A) products to unlock SRM potential in Mars: SRM Pricing & PPA D&A Lead. Reporting to the SRM D&A Lead, Global Director, PN Growth, the person in this role will also be accountable to the Global SRM Pricing & PPA Product Owner and will be an integral member of the PN SRM product leadership team. This role operates on a global scale and collaborates closely with PN business team members across all departments. This role is a project-based transformation role and has a current expected end date of 3 years. As we move closer to the date, we will work with you to explore other opportunities for employment within the Mars family of companies. If a suitable alternative role is not available at that time, your employment will end. What will be your key responsibilities? Spearhead the D&A delivery of a comprehensive product strategy for Strategic Pricing & Price Package Architecture, aligned with PN overall growth vision, priorities and goals Partner with business product owner to deliver SRM D&A capabilities to drive & embed top quartile Pricing & Price-Pack Architecture capabilities within Mars PN, and as a result, fulfil consumer penetration, category profit pool, NSV growth and MAC target commitments Partner with global and regional SRM Pricing teams on the use of D&A products to collaboratively transform our collective capabilities and maturity, and drive a culture of data driven, informed decision-making Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement analytics solutions that scale and are aligned with product objectives set out in the roadmap Develop and implement a comprehensive data strategy ensuring effective collection, storage, and utilization of relevant data. Contribute to the development of a sound data foundation for all growth initiatives. Be laser focused on value creation and exceptional adoption of created capabilities to deliver impact/ results through routine or advanced analytics, identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements Engage with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment between D&A initiatives and business objectives Lead a high performing D&A team, direct /dotted, and partner with other resources, fostering collaboration and skill development Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess product success and impact Effectively communicate data concepts to non-technical stakeholders and provide training to product teams. Identify and mitigate data-related risks, ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations, and with agreed governance practices for data accuracy, interoperability, integrity and security of our data assets What are we looking for? Proven track record of leading teams to develop and implement data and analytics solutions to drive business value. Understanding of pricing domains is a must. Experience in delivery management of analytical products, including strength in business -to-science translation to enable partnering with Product Teams in bringing analytics products to life at scale Proven ability to integrate data-driven insights into processes and decision-making. Strong story-telling skills with ability to educate non-digitally savvy leadership & staff, working across multiple levels. Executive stakeholder communications experience is a plus. Proven track record to get things done in a matrixed organization - including the ability to influence without authority Experience in building and managing high-performing data and analytics teams is a must. Experience in managing relationships with external data vendors and analytics service providers. Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. CPG and Retailer knowledge, including knowledge of, and experience using key external third-party data sources including, first-party data, and Associates surveys What can you expect from Mars? Work with over 140,000 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. 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.
Job Description: Are you passionate about Data and Analytics (D&A) and excited about how it can completely transform the way an enterprise works? Do you have the strategic vision, technical expertise, and leadership skills to drive data-driven solutions? Do you want to work in a dynamic, fast-growing category? If so, you might be the ideal candidate for the role in the Data and Analytics function for Global Pet Nutrition (PN) at Mars. Pet Nutrition (PN) is the most vibrant category in the FMCG sector. As we work to transform this exciting category, a new program, Digital First, has been mobilized by the Mars Pet Nutrition (PN) leadership team. Digital First places pet parents at the center of all we do in Mars PN, while digitalizing a wide range of business process areas, and creating future fit capabilities to achieve ambitious targets in top line growth, earnings, and pet parent centricity. The Digital First agenda requires Digitizing at scale and requires you to demonstrate significant thought leadership, quality decision making, deep technical know-how, and an ability to navigate complex business challenges while building and leading a team of world class data and analytics leaders. With Digital First, PN is moving to a Product based model to create business facing digital capabilities. Develop and maintain robust data pipelines and storage solutions to support data analytics and machine learning initiatives. Reporting to the Director-Data engineering solution, The role operates globally in collaboration with teams engineering teams across core products. Technical Leadership - Provide strong technical leadership to data engineers and DevOps engineers across growth product teams. Act as a thought partner in the design, implementation, and evolution of scalable data platforms and assets. Champion best practices in data engineering and foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-performance culture across teams. Engineering Standards and Frameworks: Define, maintain, and evolve data engineering standards, patterns, and frameworks that product teams can adopt. Ensure consistency, quality, and reusability across solutions. Serve as a point of accountability for technical decisions and architectural direction, while empowering product teams to execute effectively. DataOps Enablement and Optimization: Drive the adoption of modern DataOps principles to streamline engineering workflows. Partner with platform teams to establish CI/CD pipelines, observability standards that improve operational efficiency, reliability, and speed across data pipelines. Data Governance and Quality Assurance: Embed governance, security, and data quality practices into engineering workflows. Define guardrails and reference implementations for data access control, data lineage, and compliance. Promote consistent metadata management and enforce technical standards to ensure trust in data assets. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with PN D&A leadership, PN product owners, and segment D&A leadership to synchronize and formulate data priorities aimed at maximizing value through data utilization. Knowledge / Experience Expertise in Commercial/Procurement Analytics. Experience in SAP (S/4 Hana). Experience with Spark, Databricks, or similar data processing tools. Stron g technical proficiency in data modelin g , SQL, NoSQL databases, and data warehousing . Hands-on experience with data pipeline development, ETL processes, and big data technolo g ies (e. g ., Hadoop, Spark, Kafka). Proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Goo g le Cloud and cloud-based data services (e.g ., AWS Redshift, Azure Synapse Analytics, Goog le Bi g Query). Experience with DataOps practices and tools, includin g CI/CD for data pipelines. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders. Stron g analytical and problem-solvin g skills with a focus on driving actionable insig hts from complex data sets. 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.
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Are you passionate about Data and Analytics (D&A) and excited about how it can completely transform the way an enterprise works? Do you have the strategic vision, technical expertise, and leadership skills to drive data-driven solutions? Do you want to work in a dynamic, fast-growing category? If so, you might be the ideal candidate for the role in the Data and Analytics function for Global Pet Nutrition (PN) at Mars. Pet Nutrition (PN) is the most vibrant category in the FMCG sector. As we work to transform this exciting category, a new program, Digital First, has been mobilized by the Mars Pet Nutrition (PN) leadership team. Digital First places pet parents at the center of all we do in Mars PN, while digitalizing a wide range of business process areas, and creating future fit capabilities to achieve ambitious targets in top line growth, earnings, and pet parent centricity. The Digital First agenda requires Digitizing at scale and requires you to demonstrate significant thought leadership, quality decision making, deep technical know-how, and an ability to navigate complex business challenges while building and leading a team of world class data and analytics leaders. With Digital First, PN is moving to a Product based model to create business facing digital capabilities. Develop and maintain robust data pipelines and storage solutions to support data analytics and machine learning initiatives. Reporting to the Director-Data engineering solution, The role operates globally in collaboration with teams engineering teams across core products. Technical Leadership - Provide strong technical leadership to data engineers and DevOps engineers across growth product teams. Act as a thought partner in the design, implementation, and evolution of scalable data platforms and assets. Champion best practices in data engineering and foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-performance culture across teams. Engineering Standards and Frameworks: Define, maintain, and evolve data engineering standards, patterns, and frameworks that product teams can adopt. Ensure consistency, quality, and reusability across solutions. Serve as a point of accountability for technical decisions and architectural direction, while empowering product teams to execute effectively. DataOps Enablement and Optimization: Drive the adoption of modern DataOps principles to streamline engineering workflows. Partner with platform teams to establish CI/CD pipelines, observability standards that improve operational efficiency, reliability, and speed across data pipelines. Data Governance and Quality Assurance: Embed governance, security, and data quality practices into engineering workflows. Define guardrails and reference implementations for data access control, data lineage, and compliance. Promote consistent metadata management and enforce technical standards to ensure trust in data assets. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with PN D&A leadership, PN product owners, and segment D&A leadership to synchronize and formulate data priorities aimed at maximizing value through data utilization. Knowledge / Experience Expertise in Commercial/Procurement Analytics. Experience in SAP (S/4 Hana). Experience with Spark, Databricks, or similar data processing tools. Stron g technical proficiency in data modelin g , SQL, NoSQL databases, and data warehousing . Hands-on experience with data pipeline development, ETL processes, and big data technolo g ies (e. g ., Hadoop, Spark, Kafka). Proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Goo g le Cloud and cloud-based data services (e.g ., AWS Redshift, Azure Synapse Analytics, Goog le Bi g Query). Experience with DataOps practices and tools, includin g CI/CD for data pipelines. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders. Stron g analytical and problem-solvin g skills with a focus on driving actionable insig hts from complex data sets. 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.
Job Description: Statistician - WALTHAM Petcare Science Institute Waltham-on-the-Wolds, Leicestershire Hybrid working available At Mars Petcare, we believe science and data can make a better world for pets. WALTHAM is our global science centre, driving innovation in pet nutrition, health, and care. We're looking for a Statistician to join our Data Analytics team and support research through high-quality experimental design and data analysis. You'll collaborate with scientists and partners across Mars Petcare, providing statistical insights that shape real-world outcomes for pets. Projects may include evaluating microbiome changes or assessing new lab methods for biomarkers. You'll also support a culture of rigorous, data-driven science by sharing knowledge and best practices. What We're Looking For PhD or Master's in statistics, mathematics, computer science, or a related field Strong skills in R, Python is a plus Solid understanding of statistical analysis and sample size estimation Excellent communication and collaboration skills Experience in life sciences or R&D is an advantage Key Responsibilities Design experiments and conduct statistical analyses for research studies Clearly communicate results to scientific and non-scientific audiences Peer-review analytical work and contribute to shared code libraries Champion data-led decision-making and support research teams in statistical literacy What You Can Expect From Mars Purpose-driven work that improves the lives of pets A diverse, inclusive culture guided by our Five Principles Access to learning via Mars University from day one Competitive salary, bonus, benefits, and flexible working 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.
Jul 13, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Statistician - WALTHAM Petcare Science Institute Waltham-on-the-Wolds, Leicestershire Hybrid working available At Mars Petcare, we believe science and data can make a better world for pets. WALTHAM is our global science centre, driving innovation in pet nutrition, health, and care. We're looking for a Statistician to join our Data Analytics team and support research through high-quality experimental design and data analysis. You'll collaborate with scientists and partners across Mars Petcare, providing statistical insights that shape real-world outcomes for pets. Projects may include evaluating microbiome changes or assessing new lab methods for biomarkers. You'll also support a culture of rigorous, data-driven science by sharing knowledge and best practices. What We're Looking For PhD or Master's in statistics, mathematics, computer science, or a related field Strong skills in R, Python is a plus Solid understanding of statistical analysis and sample size estimation Excellent communication and collaboration skills Experience in life sciences or R&D is an advantage Key Responsibilities Design experiments and conduct statistical analyses for research studies Clearly communicate results to scientific and non-scientific audiences Peer-review analytical work and contribute to shared code libraries Champion data-led decision-making and support research teams in statistical literacy What You Can Expect From Mars Purpose-driven work that improves the lives of pets A diverse, inclusive culture guided by our Five Principles Access to learning via Mars University from day one Competitive salary, bonus, benefits, and flexible working 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.
Job Description: Pet Caretaker Waltham Salary £25,800 -£30,500 inclusive of shift pay Company performance bonus Hours 9.5 per day on rotation (average of 37.5 hours per week) Permanent As Pet Caretaker at Mars, you will work in a team environment to provide daily care and management for the pets in our Pet Centre. What are we looking for? Experience with Dogs/Cats: Hands-on interaction, ideally in a kennel, shelter, or research setting. Animal Health Knowledge: Understanding of pet wellness and care needs. Grooming/Training Experience: Familiarity with basic grooming tools and positive reinforcement techniques. Adaptability: Willing to work outdoors in varying weather. What would be your key responsibilities? Safety and Quality: Maintain a strict adherence to safety and quality protocols; proactively identify and make suggestions to resolved issues, ensuring a safe, hygienic, and enriching environment for all people and pets. Training & Behaviour Work: Conduct behavioural assessments, obedience sessions, and implement individualized training plans following Mars Standards Enrichment & Welfare: Plan and execute physical/mental stimulation activities like play sessions, socialization, and grooming in line with standard operation procedures Health Monitoring: Carry out basic health checks, observations and provide support with delivering medical treatments. Support for Research Work: Accurate data and sample collection for research studies. What can you expect from Mars? Work with over 130,000 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 Mars 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 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow. 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.
Jul 12, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Pet Caretaker Waltham Salary £25,800 -£30,500 inclusive of shift pay Company performance bonus Hours 9.5 per day on rotation (average of 37.5 hours per week) Permanent As Pet Caretaker at Mars, you will work in a team environment to provide daily care and management for the pets in our Pet Centre. What are we looking for? Experience with Dogs/Cats: Hands-on interaction, ideally in a kennel, shelter, or research setting. Animal Health Knowledge: Understanding of pet wellness and care needs. Grooming/Training Experience: Familiarity with basic grooming tools and positive reinforcement techniques. Adaptability: Willing to work outdoors in varying weather. What would be your key responsibilities? Safety and Quality: Maintain a strict adherence to safety and quality protocols; proactively identify and make suggestions to resolved issues, ensuring a safe, hygienic, and enriching environment for all people and pets. Training & Behaviour Work: Conduct behavioural assessments, obedience sessions, and implement individualized training plans following Mars Standards Enrichment & Welfare: Plan and execute physical/mental stimulation activities like play sessions, socialization, and grooming in line with standard operation procedures Health Monitoring: Carry out basic health checks, observations and provide support with delivering medical treatments. Support for Research Work: Accurate data and sample collection for research studies. What can you expect from Mars? Work with over 130,000 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 Mars 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 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow. 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.
Job Description: Pet Caretaker Waltham Salary £25,800 -£30,500 inclusive of shift pay Company performance bonus Hours 9.5 per day on rotation (average of 37.5 hours per week) Permanent As Pet Caretaker at Mars, you will work in a team environment to provide daily care and management for the pets in our Pet Centre. What are we looking for? Experience with Dogs/Cats: Hands-on interaction, ideally in a kennel, shelter, or research setting. Animal Health Knowledge: Understanding of pet wellness and care needs. Grooming/Training Experience: Familiarity with basic grooming tools and positive reinforcement techniques. Adaptability: Willing to work outdoors in varying weather. What would be your key responsibilities? Safety and Quality: Maintain a strict adherence to safety and quality protocols; proactively identify and make suggestions to resolved issues, ensuring a safe, hygienic, and enriching environment for all people and pets. Training & Behaviour Work: Conduct behavioural assessments, obedience sessions, and implement individualized training plans following Mars Standards Enrichment & Welfare: Plan and execute physical/mental stimulation activities like play sessions, socialization, and grooming in line with standard operation procedures Health Monitoring: Carry out basic health checks, observations and provide support with delivering medical treatments. Support for Research Work: Accurate data and sample collection for research studies. What can you expect from Mars? Work with over 130,000 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 Mars 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 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow. 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.
Jul 12, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Pet Caretaker Waltham Salary £25,800 -£30,500 inclusive of shift pay Company performance bonus Hours 9.5 per day on rotation (average of 37.5 hours per week) Permanent As Pet Caretaker at Mars, you will work in a team environment to provide daily care and management for the pets in our Pet Centre. What are we looking for? Experience with Dogs/Cats: Hands-on interaction, ideally in a kennel, shelter, or research setting. Animal Health Knowledge: Understanding of pet wellness and care needs. Grooming/Training Experience: Familiarity with basic grooming tools and positive reinforcement techniques. Adaptability: Willing to work outdoors in varying weather. What would be your key responsibilities? Safety and Quality: Maintain a strict adherence to safety and quality protocols; proactively identify and make suggestions to resolved issues, ensuring a safe, hygienic, and enriching environment for all people and pets. Training & Behaviour Work: Conduct behavioural assessments, obedience sessions, and implement individualized training plans following Mars Standards Enrichment & Welfare: Plan and execute physical/mental stimulation activities like play sessions, socialization, and grooming in line with standard operation procedures Health Monitoring: Carry out basic health checks, observations and provide support with delivering medical treatments. Support for Research Work: Accurate data and sample collection for research studies. What can you expect from Mars? Work with over 130,000 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 Mars 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 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow. 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.
Job Description: Finance Business Partner- Supply (Horsecare) Location: Milton Keynes + Hybrid Working Salary: £44,000-£55,000+ Bonus + Benefits The Finance Business Partner will co-pilot the Commercial and Supply teams in the UK and US for the Horsecare business within Mars Petcare. Your will leverage organisational agility, and work through the factory leadership team to make the Supply function the most efficient. You will report to the Global Financial Controller. What are we looking for? CIMA qualified accountant. Finance Business Partner experience. Ideally experience working in supply. What will be your key responsibilities? Co-pilot budget holders to achieve business targets, providing insights into supply functions, inventory, and project models. Support financial reporting (period-end, quarterly, year-end) ensuring accurate general ledger entries and meeting deadlines. Ensure compliance with corporate procedures, US GAAP, and internal controls; provide technical guidance on transactions and policies. Manage FAA and CIP processes, ensuring proper accounting, budget management, and timely communication with stakeholders. Support audit processes, ad hoc analysis, and contribute to a high-performing Finance team; assist with ERP system management. In the first 12 months you will have a deep understanding of the operational processes, build relationships throughout the organisation, and partner with the supply teams to meet KPIs. 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. Access Rover, Mars UK's new hub for Rewards, Offers, Vouchers, and Recognition, featuring cashback, exclusive deals, shopping discounts, and a recognition wall to celebrate colleagues' achievements. 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.
Mar 15, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Finance Business Partner- Supply (Horsecare) Location: Milton Keynes + Hybrid Working Salary: £44,000-£55,000+ Bonus + Benefits The Finance Business Partner will co-pilot the Commercial and Supply teams in the UK and US for the Horsecare business within Mars Petcare. Your will leverage organisational agility, and work through the factory leadership team to make the Supply function the most efficient. You will report to the Global Financial Controller. What are we looking for? CIMA qualified accountant. Finance Business Partner experience. Ideally experience working in supply. What will be your key responsibilities? Co-pilot budget holders to achieve business targets, providing insights into supply functions, inventory, and project models. Support financial reporting (period-end, quarterly, year-end) ensuring accurate general ledger entries and meeting deadlines. Ensure compliance with corporate procedures, US GAAP, and internal controls; provide technical guidance on transactions and policies. Manage FAA and CIP processes, ensuring proper accounting, budget management, and timely communication with stakeholders. Support audit processes, ad hoc analysis, and contribute to a high-performing Finance team; assist with ERP system management. In the first 12 months you will have a deep understanding of the operational processes, build relationships throughout the organisation, and partner with the supply teams to meet KPIs. 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. Access Rover, Mars UK's new hub for Rewards, Offers, Vouchers, and Recognition, featuring cashback, exclusive deals, shopping discounts, and a recognition wall to celebrate colleagues' achievements. 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.
Job Description: Finance Business Partner- Supply (Horsecare) Location: Milton Keynes + Hybrid Working Salary: £44,000-£55,000+ Bonus + Benefits The Finance Business Partner will co-pilot the Commercial and Supply teams in the UK and US for the Horsecare business within Mars Petcare. Your will leverage organisational agility, and work through the factory leadership team to make the Supply function the most efficient. You will report to the Global Financial Controller. What are we looking for? CIMA qualified accountant. Finance Business Partner experience. Ideally experience working in supply. What will be your key responsibilities? Co-pilot budget holders to achieve business targets, providing insights into supply functions, inventory, and project models. Support financial reporting (period-end, quarterly, year-end) ensuring accurate general ledger entries and meeting deadlines. Ensure compliance with corporate procedures, US GAAP, and internal controls; provide technical guidance on transactions and policies. Manage FAA and CIP processes, ensuring proper accounting, budget management, and timely communication with stakeholders. Support audit processes, ad hoc analysis, and contribute to a high-performing Finance team; assist with ERP system management. In the first 12 months you will have a deep understanding of the operational processes, build relationships throughout the organisation, and partner with the supply teams to meet KPIs. 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. Access Rover, Mars UK's new hub for Rewards, Offers, Vouchers, and Recognition, featuring cashback, exclusive deals, shopping discounts, and a recognition wall to celebrate colleagues' achievements. 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.
Mar 15, 2025
Full time
Job Description: Finance Business Partner- Supply (Horsecare) Location: Milton Keynes + Hybrid Working Salary: £44,000-£55,000+ Bonus + Benefits The Finance Business Partner will co-pilot the Commercial and Supply teams in the UK and US for the Horsecare business within Mars Petcare. Your will leverage organisational agility, and work through the factory leadership team to make the Supply function the most efficient. You will report to the Global Financial Controller. What are we looking for? CIMA qualified accountant. Finance Business Partner experience. Ideally experience working in supply. What will be your key responsibilities? Co-pilot budget holders to achieve business targets, providing insights into supply functions, inventory, and project models. Support financial reporting (period-end, quarterly, year-end) ensuring accurate general ledger entries and meeting deadlines. Ensure compliance with corporate procedures, US GAAP, and internal controls; provide technical guidance on transactions and policies. Manage FAA and CIP processes, ensuring proper accounting, budget management, and timely communication with stakeholders. Support audit processes, ad hoc analysis, and contribute to a high-performing Finance team; assist with ERP system management. In the first 12 months you will have a deep understanding of the operational processes, build relationships throughout the organisation, and partner with the supply teams to meet KPIs. 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. Access Rover, Mars UK's new hub for Rewards, Offers, Vouchers, and Recognition, featuring cashback, exclusive deals, shopping discounts, and a recognition wall to celebrate colleagues' achievements. 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.
JobDescription: PetNutrition (PN) is the most vibrant category in the FMCG sector. Aswe work to transform this exciting category, a new program, DigitalFirst, has been mobilized by the Mars Pet Nutrition (PN) leadershipteam. Digital First places pet parents at the center of all we do,while digitalizing a wide range of business process areas, andcreating future fit capabilities to achieve ambitious targets intop line growth, earnings, and usercentricity. Digitizing atscale across Demand & Supply is one of the key focus areas forDigital First. The agenda requires you to demonstrate significantthought leadership, quality decision making, deep technicalknow-how, and an ability to navigate complex business challengeswhile building and leading a team of world class data and analyticsleaders. Within the frameworkof Digital First, a new position has been established to developand scale Data & Analytics (D&A) products to unlock SRMpotential in Mars: SRM Promotions & Trade Terms D&A Lead.Reporting to the SRM D&A Lead, Global Director, PN Growth, theperson in this role will also be accountable to the Global SRMPromotions & Trade Terms Product Owner and will be an integralmember of the PN SRM product leadership team. This role operates ona global scale and collaborates closely with PN business teammembers across all departments. This role is a project-based transformation roleand has a current expected end date of 3 years. As we move closerto the date, we will work with you to explore other opportunitiesfor employment within the Mars family of companies. If a suitablealternative role is not available at that time, your employmentwillend. Whatwill be your keyresponsibilities? Spearheadthe D&A delivery of a comprehensive product strategy forPromotions & Trade Terms, aligned with PN overall growthvision, priorities andgoals Partner with businessproduct owner to deliver SRM D&A capabilities to drive &embed top quartile Promotion & Trade Termscapabilities within Mars PN, and as a result, fulfil annualGrowth, Market Share, Promotion & Trade plancommitments Partner withglobal and regional SRM Promotion and Trade Terms teams on the useof D&A products to collaboratively transform our collectivecapabilities and maturity, and drive a culture of data driven,informeddecision-making Collaboratewith cross-functional teams to design and implement analyticssolutions that scale and are aligned with product objectives setout in the roadmap Developand implement a comprehensive data strategy ensuring effectivecollection, storage, and utilization of relevant data. Contributeto the development of a sound data foundation for all growthinitiatives. Be laserfocused on value creation and exceptional adoption of createdcapabilities to deliver impact/ results through routine or advancedanalytics, identifying opportunities for efficiencyimprovements Engage withinternal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment betweenD&A initiatives and businessobjectives Lead a highperforming D&A team, direct /dotted, and partner with otherresources, fostering collaboration and skilldevelopment Define and trackkey performance indicators (KPIs) to assess product success andimpact Effectivelycommunicate data concepts to non-technical stakeholders and providetraining to productteams. Identify and mitigatedata-related risks, ensuring compliance with data privacyregulations, and with agreed governance practices for dataaccuracy, interoperability, integrity and security of our dataassets Whatare we lookingfor? Proven trackrecord of leading teams to develop and implement data and analyticssolutions to drive business value. Understanding of tradepromotions and trade terms domains is amust. Experience in deliverymanagement of analytical products, including strength in business-to-science translation to enable partnering with Product Teams inbringing analytics products to life atscale Proven ability tointegrate data-driven insights into processes anddecision-making. Strongstory-telling skills with ability to educate non-digitally savvyleadership & staff, working across multiple levels. Executivestakeholder communications experience is aplus. Proven track record toget things done in a matrixed organization - including the abilityto influence withoutauthority Experience inbuilding and managing high-performing data and analytics teams is amust. Experience in managingrelationships with external data vendors and analytics serviceproviders. Demonstratedproject management skills with the ability to manage multiplepriorities in a fast-pacedenvironment. CPG andRetailer knowledge, including knowledge of, and experience usingkey external third-party data sources including, first-party data,and Associatessurveys Whatcan you expect fromMars? Work withover 140,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by theFive Principles. Join apurpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world wewant tomorrow,today. Best-in-classlearning and development support from day one, including access toour in-house MarsUniversity. An industrycompetitive salary and benefits package, including companybonus. Marsis an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants willreceive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationalorigin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any othercharacteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or anaccommodation during the application process because of adisability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased toprovide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as aresult of such a request.
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
JobDescription: PetNutrition (PN) is the most vibrant category in the FMCG sector. Aswe work to transform this exciting category, a new program, DigitalFirst, has been mobilized by the Mars Pet Nutrition (PN) leadershipteam. Digital First places pet parents at the center of all we do,while digitalizing a wide range of business process areas, andcreating future fit capabilities to achieve ambitious targets intop line growth, earnings, and usercentricity. Digitizing atscale across Demand & Supply is one of the key focus areas forDigital First. The agenda requires you to demonstrate significantthought leadership, quality decision making, deep technicalknow-how, and an ability to navigate complex business challengeswhile building and leading a team of world class data and analyticsleaders. Within the frameworkof Digital First, a new position has been established to developand scale Data & Analytics (D&A) products to unlock SRMpotential in Mars: SRM Promotions & Trade Terms D&A Lead.Reporting to the SRM D&A Lead, Global Director, PN Growth, theperson in this role will also be accountable to the Global SRMPromotions & Trade Terms Product Owner and will be an integralmember of the PN SRM product leadership team. This role operates ona global scale and collaborates closely with PN business teammembers across all departments. This role is a project-based transformation roleand has a current expected end date of 3 years. As we move closerto the date, we will work with you to explore other opportunitiesfor employment within the Mars family of companies. If a suitablealternative role is not available at that time, your employmentwillend. Whatwill be your keyresponsibilities? Spearheadthe D&A delivery of a comprehensive product strategy forPromotions & Trade Terms, aligned with PN overall growthvision, priorities andgoals Partner with businessproduct owner to deliver SRM D&A capabilities to drive &embed top quartile Promotion & Trade Termscapabilities within Mars PN, and as a result, fulfil annualGrowth, Market Share, Promotion & Trade plancommitments Partner withglobal and regional SRM Promotion and Trade Terms teams on the useof D&A products to collaboratively transform our collectivecapabilities and maturity, and drive a culture of data driven,informeddecision-making Collaboratewith cross-functional teams to design and implement analyticssolutions that scale and are aligned with product objectives setout in the roadmap Developand implement a comprehensive data strategy ensuring effectivecollection, storage, and utilization of relevant data. Contributeto the development of a sound data foundation for all growthinitiatives. Be laserfocused on value creation and exceptional adoption of createdcapabilities to deliver impact/ results through routine or advancedanalytics, identifying opportunities for efficiencyimprovements Engage withinternal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment betweenD&A initiatives and businessobjectives Lead a highperforming D&A team, direct /dotted, and partner with otherresources, fostering collaboration and skilldevelopment Define and trackkey performance indicators (KPIs) to assess product success andimpact Effectivelycommunicate data concepts to non-technical stakeholders and providetraining to productteams. Identify and mitigatedata-related risks, ensuring compliance with data privacyregulations, and with agreed governance practices for dataaccuracy, interoperability, integrity and security of our dataassets Whatare we lookingfor? Proven trackrecord of leading teams to develop and implement data and analyticssolutions to drive business value. Understanding of tradepromotions and trade terms domains is amust. Experience in deliverymanagement of analytical products, including strength in business-to-science translation to enable partnering with Product Teams inbringing analytics products to life atscale Proven ability tointegrate data-driven insights into processes anddecision-making. Strongstory-telling skills with ability to educate non-digitally savvyleadership & staff, working across multiple levels. Executivestakeholder communications experience is aplus. Proven track record toget things done in a matrixed organization - including the abilityto influence withoutauthority Experience inbuilding and managing high-performing data and analytics teams is amust. Experience in managingrelationships with external data vendors and analytics serviceproviders. Demonstratedproject management skills with the ability to manage multiplepriorities in a fast-pacedenvironment. CPG andRetailer knowledge, including knowledge of, and experience usingkey external third-party data sources including, first-party data,and Associatessurveys Whatcan you expect fromMars? Work withover 140,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by theFive Principles. Join apurpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world wewant tomorrow,today. Best-in-classlearning and development support from day one, including access toour in-house MarsUniversity. An industrycompetitive salary and benefits package, including companybonus. Marsis an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants willreceive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationalorigin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any othercharacteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or anaccommodation during the application process because of adisability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased toprovide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as aresult of such a request.
JobDescription: Areyou passionate about Data and Analytics (D&A) and excited abouthow it can completely transform the way an enterprise works? Do youhave the strategic vision, technical expertise, and leadershipskills to drive data-driven solutions? Do you want to work in adynamic, fast-growing category? If so, you might be the idealcandidate for the role of Senior Director, Data Foundations, in theData and Analytics function for Global Pet Nutrition (PN) atMars. Pet Nutrition (PN) isthe most vibrant category in the FMCG sector. As we work totransform this exciting category, a new program, Digital First, hasbeen mobilized by the Mars Pet Nutrition (PN) leadership team.Digital First places pet parents at the center of all we do in MarsPN, while digitalizing a wide range of business process areas, andcreating future fit capabilities to achieve ambitious targets intop line growth, earnings, and pet parent centricity. The DigitalFirst agenda requires Digitizing at scale and requires you todemonstrate significant thought leadership, quality decisionmaking, deep technical know-how, and an ability to navigate complexbusiness challenges while building and leading a team of worldclass data and analyticsleaders. With Digital First,PN is moving to a Product based model to create business facingdigital capabilities. Develop and maintain robust data pipelinesand storage solutions to support data analytics and machinelearning initiatives. Reporting to the Director-Data engineeringsolution, The role operates globally in collaboration with teamsacross core and growthfunctions KeyResponsibilities Pleaselist the most important and relevantresponsibilities Leadershipand Team Management: Lead and mentor a team ofdata engineers and DevOps engineers. Provide guidance and supportin the design, implementation, and maintenance of data assets.Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture focused oninnovation and excellence Data AssetDelivery: Drive the end-to-end delivery of dataproducts. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams tounderstand business requirements and translate them into technicalsolutions. Ensure timely and accurate delivery of data productsthat meet business needs and quality standards. DataOpsand Optimization: Implement DataOpspractices to streamline data engineering workflows and improveoperational efficiency. Automate data pipeline deployment andmonitoring using CI/CD tools. TechnicalLeadership: Provide technical leadership and guidance ondata engineering best practices. Stay informed about industrytrends and emerging technologies in data engineering and analytics. Standardization and Governance: Ensureadherence to data governance policies, procedures, and standards.Implement best practices for data management, security, andcompliance. Promote data quality and integrity across all dataproducts. Monitor data pipeline performance and optimize forscalability, reliability, and speed. StakeholderEngagement: Collaborate with PN D&Aleadership, PN product owners, and segment D&A leadership tosynchronize and formulate data priorities aimed at maximizing valuethrough datautilization. JobSpecifications/Qualifications Statethe preferred education, knowledge, skills and experience thisposition requires. State the physical and/ormental requirements for the role (e.g. stand for x hours, lift xweight, concentration on repetitive tasks). Note: May differ from thecurrent job holder's own skills andexperience. Education &ProfessionalQualifications 8+years' experience as a DataEngineer. Knowledge/Experience Experiencewith Spark, Databricks, or similar data processingtools. Strongtechnical proficiency in data modeling, SQL, NoSQL databases, anddatawarehousing. Hands-onexperience with data pipeline development, ETL processes, and bigdata technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark,Kafka). Proficiency incloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, andcloud-based data services (e.g., AWS Redshift, Azure SynapseAnalytics, GoogleBigQuery). Experiencewith DataOps practices and tools, including CI/CD for datapipelines. Excellentleadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with theability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams andstakeholders. Stronganalytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on drivingactionable insights from complex data sets. Experience with datavisualization tools (e.g.,PowerBI). Proficiency in MicrosoftAzure cloud technologies would be abonus. KeyMars Leadership Competencies(4-6) Refer to the Mars Talent andDevelopmentLibrary Note:competencies selected should be jobrelated Communicateseffectively Collaborates DrivesResults Self-Development KeyFunctional Competencies & Technical Skills(3-5) Refer to the Mars Talent andDevelopmentLibrary Distinguish anypreferred competences at the end of the list & notate them as"preferred" Data Modeling:Expertise in conceptual, logical, and physical data modeling, withan emphasis on designing scalable and efficient datastructures. ETL Development: Proficiency inbuilding and maintaining ETL processes, including data ingestion,transformation, and integration. CloudPlatforms: Proficiency in using cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, orGoogle Cloud for data storage, processing, andanalytics. Database Management: Strongknowledge of both relational and non-relational database systems,including SQL and NoSQL databases. DataOpsPractices: Experience with CI/CD for data pipelines and automatingdata engineering workflows to improve efficiency andreliability. Data Governance: Understanding ofdata governance principles, including data quality, metadatamanagement, and regulatorycompliance. Marsis an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants willreceive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationalorigin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any othercharacteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or anaccommodation during the application process because of adisability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased toprovide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as aresult of such a request.
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
JobDescription: Areyou passionate about Data and Analytics (D&A) and excited abouthow it can completely transform the way an enterprise works? Do youhave the strategic vision, technical expertise, and leadershipskills to drive data-driven solutions? Do you want to work in adynamic, fast-growing category? If so, you might be the idealcandidate for the role of Senior Director, Data Foundations, in theData and Analytics function for Global Pet Nutrition (PN) atMars. Pet Nutrition (PN) isthe most vibrant category in the FMCG sector. As we work totransform this exciting category, a new program, Digital First, hasbeen mobilized by the Mars Pet Nutrition (PN) leadership team.Digital First places pet parents at the center of all we do in MarsPN, while digitalizing a wide range of business process areas, andcreating future fit capabilities to achieve ambitious targets intop line growth, earnings, and pet parent centricity. The DigitalFirst agenda requires Digitizing at scale and requires you todemonstrate significant thought leadership, quality decisionmaking, deep technical know-how, and an ability to navigate complexbusiness challenges while building and leading a team of worldclass data and analyticsleaders. With Digital First,PN is moving to a Product based model to create business facingdigital capabilities. Develop and maintain robust data pipelinesand storage solutions to support data analytics and machinelearning initiatives. Reporting to the Director-Data engineeringsolution, The role operates globally in collaboration with teamsacross core and growthfunctions KeyResponsibilities Pleaselist the most important and relevantresponsibilities Leadershipand Team Management: Lead and mentor a team ofdata engineers and DevOps engineers. Provide guidance and supportin the design, implementation, and maintenance of data assets.Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture focused oninnovation and excellence Data AssetDelivery: Drive the end-to-end delivery of dataproducts. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams tounderstand business requirements and translate them into technicalsolutions. Ensure timely and accurate delivery of data productsthat meet business needs and quality standards. DataOpsand Optimization: Implement DataOpspractices to streamline data engineering workflows and improveoperational efficiency. Automate data pipeline deployment andmonitoring using CI/CD tools. TechnicalLeadership: Provide technical leadership and guidance ondata engineering best practices. Stay informed about industrytrends and emerging technologies in data engineering and analytics. Standardization and Governance: Ensureadherence to data governance policies, procedures, and standards.Implement best practices for data management, security, andcompliance. Promote data quality and integrity across all dataproducts. Monitor data pipeline performance and optimize forscalability, reliability, and speed. StakeholderEngagement: Collaborate with PN D&Aleadership, PN product owners, and segment D&A leadership tosynchronize and formulate data priorities aimed at maximizing valuethrough datautilization. JobSpecifications/Qualifications Statethe preferred education, knowledge, skills and experience thisposition requires. State the physical and/ormental requirements for the role (e.g. stand for x hours, lift xweight, concentration on repetitive tasks). Note: May differ from thecurrent job holder's own skills andexperience. Education &ProfessionalQualifications 8+years' experience as a DataEngineer. Knowledge/Experience Experiencewith Spark, Databricks, or similar data processingtools. Strongtechnical proficiency in data modeling, SQL, NoSQL databases, anddatawarehousing. Hands-onexperience with data pipeline development, ETL processes, and bigdata technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark,Kafka). Proficiency incloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, andcloud-based data services (e.g., AWS Redshift, Azure SynapseAnalytics, GoogleBigQuery). Experiencewith DataOps practices and tools, including CI/CD for datapipelines. Excellentleadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with theability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams andstakeholders. Stronganalytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on drivingactionable insights from complex data sets. Experience with datavisualization tools (e.g.,PowerBI). Proficiency in MicrosoftAzure cloud technologies would be abonus. KeyMars Leadership Competencies(4-6) Refer to the Mars Talent andDevelopmentLibrary Note:competencies selected should be jobrelated Communicateseffectively Collaborates DrivesResults Self-Development KeyFunctional Competencies & Technical Skills(3-5) Refer to the Mars Talent andDevelopmentLibrary Distinguish anypreferred competences at the end of the list & notate them as"preferred" Data Modeling:Expertise in conceptual, logical, and physical data modeling, withan emphasis on designing scalable and efficient datastructures. ETL Development: Proficiency inbuilding and maintaining ETL processes, including data ingestion,transformation, and integration. CloudPlatforms: Proficiency in using cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, orGoogle Cloud for data storage, processing, andanalytics. Database Management: Strongknowledge of both relational and non-relational database systems,including SQL and NoSQL databases. DataOpsPractices: Experience with CI/CD for data pipelines and automatingdata engineering workflows to improve efficiency andreliability. Data Governance: Understanding ofdata governance principles, including data quality, metadatamanagement, and regulatorycompliance. Marsis an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants willreceive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationalorigin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any othercharacteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or anaccommodation during the application process because of adisability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased toprovide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as aresult of such a request.
JobDescription: Weare seeking an experienced Lead Data Platform Engineer to join ourteam and take on a crucial role in managing a group of talentedengineers. As the Lead Data Platform Engineer, you will beresponsible for overseeing data platform engineering and coretoolsets, with a focus on Azure infrastructure as code. You willensure the reliability, scalability, and performance of our datainfrastructure while playing a pivotal part in shaping our dataecosystem and driving innovation within ourorganisation. This is anexciting opportunity for a seasoned data engineer or advancedanalytics engineer to step into a leadership role, shape our datainfrastructure, and drive innovation in a dynamic and collaborativeenvironment. If you are a passionate data engineer with strongleadership skills and expertise in Azure, we encourage you to applyand be a part of our dedicated global team of talentedprofessionals and make a real impact on our Petcare data andanalytics platform and make a better world forpets. What are welookingfor? Bachelor'sor Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, ora related field or equivalentexperience. Experience inleading technical engineering teams and delivering and owningobjectives. Provenexperience in data platform engineering, including the design,development, and optimisation of datainfrastructure. Strongleadership and management skills, with the ability to lead andmentor a team of engineerseffectively. Proficiencyin programming languages such as Python, Java, orScala. Expertise in Azurecloud services and infrastructure as code (e.g., Azure ResourceManager templates,Terraform). Strongunderstanding of data platform KPIs and accountability fordelivering measurableoutcomes. Experienceworking in a product-based approach within specific technicaldomains and as part of a widerteam. Nice-to-Haves: Knowledgeof the Inner Source paradigm and way ofworking. Experience withcontainerisation and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker,Kubernetes). AI platformexperience (enabling models anddeployment) Knowledge ofcloud technologies and virtualnetworking. Familiaritywith other cloud platforms (AWS, GoogleCloud). KeyResponsibilities: StrategicLeadership: Defineand own the data platform strategy and roadmap for the technicaldomains, aligned with the overall Petcare data and analyticsplatform strategy and Petcarestrategy. Ensure innersourcing of platform capabilities across all divisions and regions,fostering reuse andcollaboration. Track andoptimise the work done by the platform engineers within yourdomain. PlatformDelivery & Evolution (within yourdomain): Lead thedelivery of platform capabilities, ensuring scalability,performance, and security. Being "hands on" asneeded. Drive the yearlyplans for the domain, ensuring alignment with the wider Petcarestrategicgoals. Collaborate withthe Engineering Director and other domain leads, and architects tomaintain alignment andproductivity. StakeholderManagement: Alongwith other senior members of the team partner with D&A Leaders,engineering leads, analytics product leads, and data science leadsacross all divisions and regions to ensure platform capabilitiesmeet the needs of Petcareglobally. Collaborateacross a complex and occasionally ambiguous Digital Technologyorganisation structure, using influence to achieve alignment andstrategic outcomes. Act asthe key point of contact for the domain's platform KPIs, ensuringalignment on cost management, innovation, risk reduction, and valueenablement at scale, while reporting progress and outcomes tosenior leadership up to theCDO. Governance&Accountability: Establishstrong governance processes to ensure alignment of platformcapabilities acrossdivisions Whatcan you expect fromMars? Work withover 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by theFive Principles. Join apurpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world wewant tomorrow,today. Best-in-classlearning and development support from day one, including access toour in-house MarsUniversity. An industrycompetitive salary and benefits package, including companybonus. Marsis an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants willreceive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationalorigin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any othercharacteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or anaccommodation during the application process because of adisability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased toprovide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as aresult of such a request.
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
JobDescription: Weare seeking an experienced Lead Data Platform Engineer to join ourteam and take on a crucial role in managing a group of talentedengineers. As the Lead Data Platform Engineer, you will beresponsible for overseeing data platform engineering and coretoolsets, with a focus on Azure infrastructure as code. You willensure the reliability, scalability, and performance of our datainfrastructure while playing a pivotal part in shaping our dataecosystem and driving innovation within ourorganisation. This is anexciting opportunity for a seasoned data engineer or advancedanalytics engineer to step into a leadership role, shape our datainfrastructure, and drive innovation in a dynamic and collaborativeenvironment. If you are a passionate data engineer with strongleadership skills and expertise in Azure, we encourage you to applyand be a part of our dedicated global team of talentedprofessionals and make a real impact on our Petcare data andanalytics platform and make a better world forpets. What are welookingfor? Bachelor'sor Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, ora related field or equivalentexperience. Experience inleading technical engineering teams and delivering and owningobjectives. Provenexperience in data platform engineering, including the design,development, and optimisation of datainfrastructure. Strongleadership and management skills, with the ability to lead andmentor a team of engineerseffectively. Proficiencyin programming languages such as Python, Java, orScala. Expertise in Azurecloud services and infrastructure as code (e.g., Azure ResourceManager templates,Terraform). Strongunderstanding of data platform KPIs and accountability fordelivering measurableoutcomes. Experienceworking in a product-based approach within specific technicaldomains and as part of a widerteam. Nice-to-Haves: Knowledgeof the Inner Source paradigm and way ofworking. Experience withcontainerisation and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker,Kubernetes). AI platformexperience (enabling models anddeployment) Knowledge ofcloud technologies and virtualnetworking. Familiaritywith other cloud platforms (AWS, GoogleCloud). KeyResponsibilities: StrategicLeadership: Defineand own the data platform strategy and roadmap for the technicaldomains, aligned with the overall Petcare data and analyticsplatform strategy and Petcarestrategy. Ensure innersourcing of platform capabilities across all divisions and regions,fostering reuse andcollaboration. Track andoptimise the work done by the platform engineers within yourdomain. PlatformDelivery & Evolution (within yourdomain): Lead thedelivery of platform capabilities, ensuring scalability,performance, and security. Being "hands on" asneeded. Drive the yearlyplans for the domain, ensuring alignment with the wider Petcarestrategicgoals. Collaborate withthe Engineering Director and other domain leads, and architects tomaintain alignment andproductivity. StakeholderManagement: Alongwith other senior members of the team partner with D&A Leaders,engineering leads, analytics product leads, and data science leadsacross all divisions and regions to ensure platform capabilitiesmeet the needs of Petcareglobally. Collaborateacross a complex and occasionally ambiguous Digital Technologyorganisation structure, using influence to achieve alignment andstrategic outcomes. Act asthe key point of contact for the domain's platform KPIs, ensuringalignment on cost management, innovation, risk reduction, and valueenablement at scale, while reporting progress and outcomes tosenior leadership up to theCDO. Governance&Accountability: Establishstrong governance processes to ensure alignment of platformcapabilities acrossdivisions Whatcan you expect fromMars? Work withover 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by theFive Principles. Join apurpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world wewant tomorrow,today. Best-in-classlearning and development support from day one, including access toour in-house MarsUniversity. An industrycompetitive salary and benefits package, including companybonus. Marsis an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants willreceive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationalorigin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any othercharacteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or anaccommodation during the application process because of adisability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased toprovide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as aresult of such a request.