Mars · 1 hour ago
Senior Specialist - Design to Value (2 roles)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expMars is a company focused on driving enterprise-wide value creation through innovative initiatives. The Senior Specialist in the Design to Value team will provide consulting-style support to various projects, leveraging analytical skills to identify opportunities for value creation and support cross-functional teams in executing these initiatives.
ConfectioneryConsumer GoodsFood and BeverageManufacturing
Responsibilities
Working closey with the Analytics Lead to support analysis to identify ‘dig sites’ for DtV program opportunities (Regionally and Globally)
Identify gaps in knowledge and data and develop plans to fill these from a variety of internal and external resources
Conduct product tear downs and diagnostics to identify value creation opportunities across raw materials, packaging, recipes, and processes
Benchmark internal and external practices, synthesizing insights to inform DtV program design and execution
Develop compelling narratives and presentations to communicate findings, recommendations, and value cases to stakeholders
Support the PMO and Director Lead in program management, governance, and delivery of DtV initiatives
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and regional/global SMEs to gather data, share learnings, and drive networked improvement
Contribute to the codification of best practices and the development of internal consulting playbooks
Assist in tracking and reporting on KPIs (savings, growth, sustainability, simplification, project conversion)
Provide operational support for DtV projects, ensuring pace, quality, and alignment with business objectives
Upskill team members and stakeholders in DtV tools and approaches
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, Science, or related field
Minimum 5 years of experience in consulting, operations, or project management within CPG, manufacturing, or related industries
Experience with product tear downs, benchmarking, and value diagnostics
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Experience supporting cross-functional teams and managing multiple priorities
Familiarity with productivity, simplification, and value creation initiatives
Preferred
Experience in a client-facing or internal consulting role
Benefits
Company bonus
Medical and dental benefits
Participation in 401k plan
Paid time off benefits
Company
Mars
Mars is a manufacturer of pet food, confectionery, and other food products.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-03-04Debt Financing
Leadership Team
Claus Aagaard
CFO
Meghal Sheth
CFO, Mars Wrigley India
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