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Job Description:

The Activity Coordinator plays a critical role in bringing a portfolio of brands - SNICKERS®, DOVE®, M&M'S® -- to life within the ice cream category. Effective leadership, collaboration and agility are essential to success in this role. The Activity Coordinator has overall responsibility for facilitating the planning and execution of product and launch projects in terms of development, launch execution and post launch evaluation. They will partner with business (cross-functional leads) to facilitate and manage the scoping, planning and timing of any given project. This role regularly demonstrates organizational agility in partnership with teams including Brand Management, Finance, Supply, R&D. The role is responsible for leading project teams to successfully plan and execute projects. This will allow to focus on execution, improved visibility to risks and issues, and will help to establish a culture of discipline and excellence in execution.

What are we looking for?

3+ years of business experience (either Brand management/ Innovation, Supply Chain or Finance function), including 1 year of Project Management experience or related work

Proven ability to effectively manage stakeholders at all levels to achieve business objectives

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Project would be an advantage

Strong communication skills (oral, written, listening). This includes ability to give effective presentations to all levels of management

High levels of interpersonal skills, specifically in the area of influencing without direct authority, resolving conflict, and creative problem solving

Proven analytic skills that enable foresight to apply and drive desired business outcomes

Proficient in managing complex projects. Well organized, successful at prioritization, attentive to details, clear oral and written communicator.

Biased toward action. Takes initiative, entrepreneurial, can hit the ground running and move projects forward right from the start.

Resilient problem solver. Can build consensus even if all team members may not be in agreement. Can find creative solutions and common ground in order to move key initiatives forward.

What will be your key responsibilities?

Lead business operational processes to ensure project delivery timings and criteria are met

Actively engage with cross-functional partners to understand and collaborate on how to best progress projects to execution

Identify targets, critical success factors and scope of the project

Collaborate and lead cross-functional teams

Effective communication with key stakeholders, including effective and timely updates to manage expectations of the business

Lead the team and the project through the stages and gate process, managing risks and creating mitigation plan

Prepare projects for Portfolio Management Review forum

Leveraging data management tools to help organize business and project activities, timelines and inputs

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 101,120.00 - USD 139,040.00

About Mars Incorporated

Size: 10,000+ employees
Industry: Consumer Goods & Services

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Perks and Benefits

Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Mental Health Benefits
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
Work Flexibility
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Vacation and Time Off
- Personal/Sick Days
Professional Development
- Professional Coaching
- Leadership Training Program
- Access to Online Courses