Job Description:
This role is responsible for performance managing the MGS European Commercial (Indirect Procurement) team to deliver success to, and delight MGS Commercial’s customers. The role is accountable for recommending multi-year targets across key measures (including savings, cash & NPS); tracking delivery against these targets; leading regular segment engagements & performance reviews; highlighting successes and escalating risks & opportunities.
This role is responsible for running annual operating plans in line with the segment’s expectations as well as drive a multi-year plan.
What are we looking for?
Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent experience
Extensive experience in Procurement related fields, experience in Indirects is an advantage
History of building high quality internal and external relationships and interaction with management at all levels
Working in complex internal organization setting – partnering and influencing across functions and markets regionally and globally
Strong communication and influencing skills
Demonstrable leadership ability of planning, managing and delivering complex projects at a cross-functional or enterprise-wide level
Strong change management credentials, ability to develop a compelling vision & execute the strategy with excellence
Strong business acumen, analytical & quantitative skills
Ability to drive for results in the pursuit of challenging stretch goals
Proven ability to make sound decisions in complex and/or ambiguous business environments
What will be your key responsibilities?
Oversee the regional MGS Commercial Performance program across all areas of Commercial, implementing a multi-year savings pipeline to ensure delivery of results year over year
Develop & lead the regional segment engagement plan & governance to drive strategic collaboration and accelerate performance between MGS Commercial and the segments
Provide a connection point between the MGS Commercial and regional segment leadership teams to provide visibility of performance, identify opportunities & risks, and escalate issues where appropriate
Role model brilliant business partnering with our segment stakeholders to maximize value of service to our customers and simplify the user experience
Partner as required to scale and mature the MGS Commercial Voice of the Customer activities. Provide insights back to relationship managers and MGS Commercial leadership. Monitor improvement plans.
Amplify the voice of MGS Commercial customers within MGS Commercial, and amplify the success of MGS Commercial within our customers
Drive a performance-based mindset through KPIs to successfully embed a performance culture with MGS Commercial and the business
Contribute strongly to the development, communication, and delivery of the agreed business objectives and key performance indicators
Champion “Mindsets and Behaviors” activities across the organization.
Support MGS Commercial long term strategy execution as required.
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.
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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.