NA E2E Planning Delivery Senior Manager
Job Description:
Following the acquisition of Kellanova, the Integration Management Office (IMO) team will continue to lead the integration of the heritage companies into the future Mars Snacking segment. This role is a key part of the IMO team, specifically focused on driving the delivery of global template of Supply and Demand Planning (Kinaxis) to Kellanova NA, as well as Upgrade of MSNA solution to new global template. Alongside with delivering systems impacted by the new template.
The IMO NA Enterprise Planning Delivery Sr Manager will ensure the successful execution of critical integration initiatives, contributing directly to the broader tech, digital, and data integration roadmap for the North America region.
This is a program, role as part of the Mars Snacking integration program with a planned end date in Dec 2028.
Key Responsibilities
• End-to-End Project Planning & Execution:
◦ Owns the complete project lifecycle: from detailed planning, resource allocation, to master roadmap creation and final product hand-over to Business-as-Usual (BaU) digital technologies teams.
◦ Contributes to the regional tech, digital, and data integration roadmap, specifically for E2E Supply & Demand Planning projects.
• Vendor & Contract Management:
◦ Manages the full vendor lifecycle, including sourcing, negotiation, and performance, ensuring accountability for scope, timeline, and budget for Supply and Demand Planning integration projects.
• Integrated Delivery & Execution Leadership:
◦ Directs hands-on project execution, coordinating internal teams and external vendors to hit milestones and achieve successful delivery of integration projects within Supply and Demand Planning.
• Proactive Risk & Dependency Management:
◦ Identifies, mitigates, and resolves all project risks, issues, and dependencies, maintaining transparent communication with stakeholders at a project level.
Job Specifications / Qualifications
Knowledge / Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Business Management, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
- 5-7+ years of proven experience in project or program leadership roles within Digital Technologies, with a strong focus on CPG Supply and Demand Planning.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex projects and programs in a Merge & Acquisition (M&A) environment, specifically related to technology .
- Proven experience managing multi-third-party ecosystems and external vendors, including contract negotiation and performance management .
- Practical experience with, or a strong understanding of, specific Supply and Demand Planning technologies, like Blue Yonder, OMP and Kinaxis, etc
- Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
Key supporting Competencies
- Plans and Aligns
- Communicates Effectively
- Balances Stakeholders
- Drive for Results
- Manages ambiguity
Key Functional Competencies & Technical Skills
- Digital Transformation Strategy
- Technology Assessment & Integration
- Project & Program Management
- Business Process Analysis
- Data Management
What can you expect from Mars?
Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.
The pay range shown is applicable to all US locations listed within the job posting:USD 134,400.00 - USD 184,800.00