Specialist, R&D Transformation

Specialist, R&D Transformation

Deliver R&D Transformation workstreams that advance Design to Value (DtV), modernize R&D through digitization, process improvement, and agile ways of working, and enable business units with differentiated capabilities—driving R&D excellence across the Accelerator R&D teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Own defined workstreams across Design to Value (DtV), R&D modernization, and business-unit capability enablement, delivering agreed outcomes, timelines, and adoption targets
• Map and improve R&D processes, identify digitization opportunities, translate user needs into requirements, and coordinate pilots and implementation
• Apply data, structured problem solving, and agile practices to simplify work, improve decision quality, accelerate delivery, and demonstrate business value
• Partner with R&D teams, business units, Digital Technologies, Quality, Supply, Commercial, Finance, and external partners to connect needs with practical, scalable solutions
• Drive DtV initiatives by coordinating technical and business inputs, surfacing cost and value drivers, challenging assumptions, and enabling teams to progress opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, Packaging, Data/Analytics, or a related discipline

• 7+ years relevant experience in Food CPG R&D, process improvement, innovation, or project delivery

• 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

• Sensitivity Alert: Due to the nature of our business, some of our factory sites and office locations may pose exposure to individuals with certain allergies due to product ingredients or pet friendly atmospheres, including without limitation: Peanuts, Lactose, Shellfish, Dogs and Cats. Please inquire as necessary during your recruiting process (if applicable).

• At Mars, we believe that job descriptions serve as a guide to the candidate. If you don't meet all the qualifications we still encourage you to apply!

Benefits at a Glance:

• Industry competitive pay & bonus

• Learning and development support

• Tuition reimbursement

• Pet friendly offices

• Paid time off

• 18 paid weeks off for parental leave in the US

• Up to 23 weeks top-up for parental/maternity leave in Canada

• 5+ days of bereavement leave

• Health & dental package from day 1

• Life insurance & disability coverage

• On-site fitness center

• 401(K) Match/Retirement Savings Plan

• Defined Contribution Pension Plan in Canada

• Note: Benefits may vary by role and location.

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