Sr Manager, Category - Cans

mars· Wm. Wrigley Jr.
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📍 USA-Illinois-ChicagoFull time💰 USD 119K–164K

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Job Description:

As a Senior Manager, Category Lead - Cans, you will be globally responsible for the Mars Snacking category strategies for cans. You will partner closely with the Sourcing Managers who will be responsible for executing the strategy and sourcing approach you define. You will be accountable for the key global strategic supplier relationship and developing the cost reduction pipeline for the next five years. Significant cross-functional collaboration with a wide range of senior stakeholders is expected.

 

What are we looking for?

8 years procurement experience

Ability to create and deliver global category strategies.

Passion for developing cross-functional and supplier relationships.

Bachelors degree at a minimum

 

What will be your key responsibilities?

Global Category Lead of Global Cans for Mars Snacking.

Develop & Execute Category Strategy: Define and own the long-term global category strategy, translating it into an annual sourcing plan executed by regional sourcing teams to deliver on cost, cash, resilience, quality, innovation and sustainability goals.

Manage Strategic Relationships: Serve as the primary business partner for internal stakeholders and lead strategic relationship management for key suppliers to drive innovation and development.

Drive Category Transformation: Utilize market intelligence to identify and lead high-priority, transformational initiatives that shape the future direction and success of the category.

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.

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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 119,040.00 - USD 163,680.00

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The listed salary for this Sr Manager, Category - Cans position at mars is USD 119K–164K. This is an Full time role.
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This Sr Manager, Category - Cans 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 Sr Manager, Category - Cans role at mars full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Sr Manager, Category - Cans role in the Wm. Wrigley Jr. department at mars.
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This Sr Manager, Category - Cans position is part of the Wm. Wrigley Jr. department at mars. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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This Sr Manager, Category - Cans position at mars was posted on Sep 1, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Sr Manager, Category - Cans
mars · 💰 USD 119K–164K
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