Current Vacancies at Mars

Job Description:

Own strategic customer relationship to boost profitable category growth with Customers, in line with our ambitions by Negotiating Joint Business Plans, leveraging all relevant customer stakeholders and internal processes. Getting these Plans executed effectively through the customer and operations teams. Delivering growth for Mars and target business shape in line with the growth agenda. Management and Development of the team.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor degree or Diploma - Marketing or Business related degree 
• 10 years’ experience as National Key Account Manager in FMCG or other such related roles 
• Commercial acumen 
• Proven negotiation and selling skills 
• Advanced communication skills 
• Conflict management experience 
• Proven track record in managing a team

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Be category partner of choice with the customers 
• Own customer plans/Joint Business plans with account to boost category growth, sales, customer market shares and margin 
• Own the customer P&L to deliver on target business shape  
• Responsible for the annual trading terms of all customers in scope 
• Own Customer volume forecast accuracy (baseline, NPD and promo) other channels: identifying new business opportunities  
• Lead, coach and develop a team of Customer Development Managers 
• Through sales analysis provide the business with data insights and analytics required to run their business. 
• Drive compliance to Mars QMP (Quality Management Processes) standards

Own category and brand execution in-store at account in the context of Perfect Store by :

• Delivering the right assortment and NPD meeting target WD levels  
• Develop a tailored promo/support plan in line with the segment requirements  
• Creating great visibility on shelf, and off shelf (e.g. POI) --> customer/channel specific 

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Job Description:

Do you want to work for a company that knows its greatest asset is its people? Are you ready for the next chapter in your career? If the answer to both questions is yes, then look no further. Here at Mars we now have several exciting opportunities for individuals to come and join our factory team!

What are we looking for?

• Educated to Matric level or above
• At least 2-year experience in a factory environment
• Fluent English verbal and written skills.
• Experience in the FMCG / Factory Operations industry desirable
• Escalation management
• Ability to identify deviations to process and product standard.
• Team Player and excellent collaboration

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Check that Recipe and Bill of material corresponds from weighing department.
• Ensure goods used is within the expiry date.
• Maintain an understand High GMP standards.
• Follow the ATS in correct sequence.
• Follow the Correct ATS and Process Order
• Understand and Background of PDLS and G. Rs
• Understand FULL LOTO and Know when to Apply.
• Adhere and understand the FULL Allergen Process and when to Apply.
• Sensory training Background
• Full understanding of Risk Rating in DSTS, SAC
• Full Participation in CP1 Meetings and facilitate the meetings.
• Mixing Operator to ensure the IBC washer is working properly.
• To follow the cover of the line
• Make sure maintain the mixing target.
• Be flexible.
• Know how to Operate the Dryer + Oil station

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Job Description:

The Junior Demand Planner uses knowledge, experience, sales history, input from sales teams, market share data, sales systems data, customer collaboration and input on upcoming market plans to create a demand forecast. The granularity of the forecast will vary both in terms of the product and sales hierarchy. Performance should be reviewed on an ongoing basis and any risks to the forecast highlighted.

What are we looking for?

• Matric / Grade 12
• Relevant tertiary qualification desirable
• Minimum of 2 - 4 years experience in a planning role within FMCG experience is key, factory or distribution environment is an advantage
• Be able to build productive relationships and communicate effectively at a variety of levels with Stakeholders with strong interpersonal and influencing skills
• Advanced Excel Skills
• SAP experience non-negotiable
• Analytical Capability
• Agile Capability and a Fast Learner
• Experience of using office productivity software (such as Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint etc.) is required

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Co-piloting with sales, marketing and finance to deliver an accurate and aligned demand plan for specific segments / customers, for the short, medium and long term
• Proactively drive the relationship with customers to align on forecasting and phasing of key events and activities
• Lead the pre-DMR forecast alignment process with sales and marketing
• Liaise with the Product Supply Coordinators to ensure product supply risks are mitigated and optimal stock levels are maintained
• Collating the 18 month forecast for the segment
• Presenting the forecast for your segment in DMR meeting
• Negotiating and infuencing cross-functional teams in building a robust and trustworthy forecast

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Job Description:

Everything we do is driven by our passion for the health and wellbeing of every cat and dog. You can now join us at Royal Canin on this mission. Our deep understanding of cats and dogs needs makes it possible for us to design the world's most precise pet health nutrition. We never stop learning and never take anything for granted. That’s why we collaborate with leading scientific, veterinary and behavioral experts, breeders and other pet professionals and maintain an ongoing dialogue with cat and dog owners worldwide.

This position is responsible for the development and implementation of processes for Indirect categories within Royal Canin South Africa and Arcturus South Africa. This includes but is not limited to understanding key market drivers & the development of sourcing strategies, contract negotiations and reviews, obtaining contract approvals, forecasting, value engineering, managing supplier relationships and delivering improvements in areas such as cost, cash, quality, service and innovation to meet the overall business goals and objectives.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelors degree in Purchasing or Supply Chain or equivalent
• 4-5 years of experience in an indirect strategic procurement environment (Indirect portfolio strategy development and execution - non-negotiable).
• Cost modeling/formula price modeling experience
• Strong numerical ability to interpret financial data, and develop, apply, and understand in-depth costing models
• Experience managing multiple suppliers/service providers with varying levels of spend
• Strong analytical skills & market knowledge
• Strong negotiation skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Financial understanding related to budgeting and price variance
• Stakeholder engagement and influence
• Detail oriented. Strong computer and analysis skills; able to handle multiple projects at one time
• High drive for performance and deliverables to meet targets
• Experience in the development, implementation and monitoring of policies, governance protocols, systems & controls in-line with best practices
• Ability to work on and navigate multiple in-directs categories from a strategic procurement perspective, whilst dealing with multiple stakeholders of various disciplines
• The ability to drive efficiencies and unlock new value
• The ability to translate strategy into performance
• Strong research and application skills to analyze market trends and assess applicability at a strategic and tactical level
• The ability to interpret complex contracts from a Commercial perspective, including the ability to draft and apply Commercial clauses.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Analyze supply and demand fundamentals to forecast and budget annual spend.
• Understand monthly price variances and implement opportunities for improvement.
• Deliver the overall business plans by working with internal and external stakeholders to align on goals and strategies.
• Work with all suppliers/service providers to improve payment terms in line with Regional and/or Global policies.
• Ensure sound contractual governance is maintained within portfolio (contractual drafting and finalization with internal legal assistance, implementation, and review – including SLA and KPI matrix adherence).
• Represent Commercial in meetings with peers of various levels and contribute to projects, and process improvement activities.
• Contribute toward sustainability goals and DIB savings goals and objectives.
• Ensures compliance with proper procedures, policies, systems and controls.
• Identifies and manages supplier collaboration initiatives (i.e., continuous improvement programs, clear KPI settings, Service level agreements, process optimization …)
• Ensure effective risk management of the supply base, through robust contracts and monitoring of financial and other KPIs. Implement corrective actions as appropriate. 
• Manage all related commercial, financial & ethical aspects of projects and of assigned categories.
• Continuous improvement upon the business processes that currently exist through measurement with current best of class analysis and benchmarking exercises.
• Alignment with key business stakeholders on planned savings initiatives and projects, and that the necessary approvals are obtained.
• Coordinate and facilitate the communication process between all functions to ensure the efficient and effective flow of the information required to run the business.
• Continually review new processes and Vendor base to ensure new supply/service provider opportunities exist.
• Establish & maintain relationships with Finance team and departmental heads (plant manager, Pillar Heads, supply chain manager, P and O, Corporate affairs manager and others), and their teams to ensure understanding of their needs and to facilitate the appropriate level of engagement considering challenges.
• Development, implementation and monitoring of policies, governance protocols, systems & controls as well as best practices.
• Liaise with Royal Canin Indirect Community (Regional and Global) on opportunities.
• Participate in external forums and associations e.g., Mars Foods and Multisales South Africa Teams.
• Carries out supplier performance reviews on a regular basis for in scope categories.
• Determines when collaborative strategies are not possible and if a Unit approach is necessary.
• Custodian of Contract tracker file: updating, review and monitoring of file. Follow up with relevant stakeholders in relation to contracts, contractual review and maintenance, including contract KPI/Service Level tracking and Vendor Performance reviews.
• Onboarding of new service providers/suppliers as part of the vendor management process, in collaboration with the S&F Department.
• Responsible for all strategic sourcing activities relating to assigned category portfolio, including but not limited to: BARS, MSSM, RFI’s/RFQ’s/RFP’s etc.
• Work in collaboration with other regional buying managers.
• Travel is 15 – 20% of the time (Subject to change)
• Note: The indirect portfolio allocation is subject to change based on business operational requirements.

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Job Description:

The purpose of this job is to be able to execute and support the inbound raw material and packaging process at the CAP site and ensure the process is diligently followed as per MARS procedure. The inbound clerk will be the supporting contact for all stakeholders (strategic sourcing, commercial operations, planning, quality and finance) and will support to improve MARS operational & MARS warehouse standards in the work area.

What are we looking for?

• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in a warehouse environment.
• Heavy machinery licensed (Forklift and Far Reach Truck)
• Daily report writing from data drawn from SAP and PDLS (Support when needed)
• Ability to identify deviations to process & product standard and escalate as required.
• Time management to ensure all goods received are processed within 24 hours of receipt
• Team player and excellent collaborator
• Planning & prioritizing of work of the Inbound team on a day-day basis. (Support when needed)

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Communication with various stakeholders (When Needed)
• Systems knowledge (ATLAS SAP, PDLS) and digitally savvy (Android Tablet)
• Competent in the financial Goods Receipt process
• Workplace Transport knowledge standard application.
• Strong collaborator and builder of relationships.
• Attention to detail.
• Gatekeeper for conforming product to the factory.
• Drive to deliver consistent results and reach daily target.
• Customer focused and output driven.
• Adherence to inbound sampling procedure.
• Strong knowledge of MARS WPT Standard.
• Allergen storage requirements.