Specialist, R&D Transformation

mars· Kind LLC
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📍 USA-Illinois-ChicagoFull time💰 USD 101K–139K

About this role

Job Description:

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Specialist, R&D Transformation role at mars?
The listed salary for this Specialist, R&D Transformation position at mars is USD 101K–139K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Specialist, R&D Transformation position at mars located?
This Specialist, R&D Transformation role at mars is based in USA-Illinois-Chicago. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Specialist, R&D Transformation role at mars full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Specialist, R&D Transformation role in the Kind LLC department at mars.
Which team or department does the Specialist, R&D Transformation at mars belong to?
This Specialist, R&D Transformation position is part of the Kind LLC department at mars. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Specialist, R&D Transformation position at mars?
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When was the Specialist, R&D Transformation job at mars posted?
This Specialist, R&D Transformation position at mars was posted on Sep 12, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Specialist, R&D Transformation
mars · 💰 USD 101K–139K
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