A mutually rewarding experience.

Work. Realize your ambitions. And realize thereore to being in business than just making a profit. Thathe Mars philosophy. And the opportunity we offer every one of our Associates. An opportunity to take what you do and make it mean more for you, for those around you and for the planet. What you get here is challenging, interesting work. You get the tools you need to do a great job and you get to have the best possible people on your side to help you do it. And at the same time as getting to find ways to do business better today than we did it yesterday and driving a great career, you also get to build a more enlightened business and drive sustainability.

Because itever just about a single person, a single project or a single brand. Itbout how you can grab everything thatithin your reach here and use it to pursue mutual, long-term gain. Itbout having ideas. And ideals. Being prepared to risk failure because the promise of success means weall be a little better off. Ithat mix of integrity and ambition that makes Mars such a special place to work. And why working here is always about more than just a job.

Mars has net sales of more than $33 billion, operates six business segments including Petcare, Chocolate, Wrigley, Food, Drinks, Symbioscience, and more than 75,000 Associates worldwide that are putting its Principles into action to make a difference for people and the planet through its performance.

Mars brands include: Petcare DIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, BANFIELD® Pet Hospital, CESAR®, SHEBA®, DREAMIES® and NUTRO®; Chocolate amp;M SNICKERS®, DOVE®, GALAXY®, MARS®, MILKY WAY® and TWIX®; Wrigley UBLEMINT®, EXTRA®, ORBIT® and 5ewing gums, SKITTLES® and STARBURST® candies, and ALTOIDS® AND LIFESAVERS® mints. Food CLE BEN DOLMIO®, EBLY®, MASTERFOODS®, SEEDS OF CHANGE® and ROYCO®; Drinks TERRA COFFEE ROASTERSHE BRIGHT TEA COMPANYLIX® and FLAVIA®; Symbioscience COAVIA® and WISDOM PANEL®.

Global Process Manager - Talent

Location: Chicago, IL

Job Overview:

Mars Associate Services (MAS) is an integral part of a fun, dynamic and collaborative team that is building the future of Human Resources (HR) at Mars, a company millions of people want to join, stay and grow with. As an essential part of our HR function, MAS team members develop real depth of expertise that can be the foundation of a fulfilling HR career. Our Associates have the unique opportunity to be part of a truly global team and connect with every part of our organization at Mars. Our Associates are curious, solutions-oriented, passionate about making a difference and able to thrive in change. We believe every experience matters and we are inspired to deliver best-in-class solutions and Associate care.

We are a seeking for great talent to join our Global Process and Continuous Improvement Team. This role will have the responsibility for working on initiatives to deliver standardized, scalable global Talent processes enabled through technology solutions and operationalized via HR Shared Services teams.

Under the direction of the Global Process Lead lent, this role will work as part of a team to drive and define solutions to business issues, through utilization of HR systems and tools in support of talent initiatives. Work is performed independently under limited supervision. This person is frequently required to work with confidence under deadlines in an environment where they may be required to stand firm to the global initiatives while partnering with regional and local teams.

This position offers the successful candidate an opportunity to use their broad experience in HR/ Talent area, systems, project management, change management and influencing skills to elevate and continuously improve our processes technology solutions and delivery, all within a dynamic, fast-paced, global company. This person will require lots of energy and dedication, thriving on ambiguity and leading by example. Influencing skills, standing along and the ability to clearly communicate and collaborate across the globe will be critical. This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys both thought leadership and tactical execution and is comfortable with hands-on responsibilities (a doer) and leading projects (collaborating with and leading others).

The role will have a truly global reach and work with senior stakeholders. This role will partners with key, cross functional partners: Talent Centres of Expertise (CoE), HR Shared Services Team, our IT organization as well as third party consulting firms as required

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner with Global Talent CoE and MAS leader(s) to expand the global footprint of our global standard processes, operating procedures and KPIn the Talent space
• Nurture and sustain the global Performance and Succession processes and enabling technologies at Mars
• Lead specific projects through planning, design, implementation and support across Process, Solutions and Services that deliver against the 1-3 year Talent roadmap
• Partner will business stakeholders to evaluate and consult on solutions, support business requirements definition and oversee the timely and quality delivery of defined scope
• Assess gaps and/or issues through a global lens, with an end-to-end view and ensure recommended resolutions are aligned with our Global Operating Model
• Lead a governance process to ensure consistency and the compliance with global processes and standards across HR teams in the talent area
• Ensure key performance indicators for Talent are globally measured, and reported efficiently and effectively
• Guide the design and development of a training curriculum and operational documentation to drive higher adoption of our global process
• Manage and drive continuous improvements efforts and prioritization with the Talent CoE and Functional Expert Community
• Be an escalation path to address systemic issues and/or unlock resourcing needs
• Continuously scan the external environment for innovative technologies that align with our Talent strategy

Education & Professional Qualification

• Bacheloregree in HR, Business Administration, or equivalent work experience

Knowledge/Experience

• 7-10 years of experience Talent Acquisition, Talent Management and/or other HR functions with HR technology
• Experience leading major communication, program implementation and change management activities
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the wider business environment; strong business acumen
• Experience prioritizing and making tough choices amongst multiple priorities and with influencing partners to set priorities.
• Technology savvy with a keen interest in leveragingTechnology functionality to drive business value
• Collaborates, in a matrixed environment, with multi-cultural and remote peers/ project teams
• Excellent communication skills with good knowledge of written and spoken English
• Demonstrated ability to work interdependently, working in partnership across boundaries with strong influencing skills while building trusting and credible relationships
• Strong appreciation for Mars, Incorporated culture, principles, strategies and philosophies

Key Functional Competencies & Technical Skills

• Functional/Technical skills HR processes and systems
• Analytical and Problem Solving Skills
• Negotiation and Organization Skills

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, 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.