Shape the Future of Food
 

At Mars Food & Nutrition, we're driven by a simple but ambitious purpose: Better Food Today. A Better World Tomorrow.

We're looking for an experienced Packaging & Process Program Manager to lead the development and deployment of next-generation packaging and process technologies that will help us create tasty, accessible, healthy, and more sustainable food solutions for millions of consumers around the world.

This is a unique opportunity to combine deep technical expertise, scientific leadership, and global influence. You will drive breakthrough innovation programs, build future-ready capabilities, and help transform how food is produced across our global manufacturing network.

If you're passionate about applying science and technology to solve real-world challenges and thrive at the intersection of innovation, sustainability, and business impact, we'd love to hear from you.

What will be your key responsibilities?

As Packaging & Process Program Manager, you will establish and lead a long-term global technology program that delivers scalable solutions aligned with our strategic business ambitions.

You will:

• Define and lead the global Packaging & Process (P&P) technology strategy, priorities, governance, and roadmap aligned with OGSM objectives.
• Build and manage a multi-year portfolio of projects with clear milestones, KPIs, and measurable business impact.
• Lead end-to-end technology development, from concept creation and experimentation through validation, implementation, and post-launch optimization.
• Serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert in packaging and process technologies while coaching project leaders and developing technical talent.
• Identify emerging technologies, scientific advancements, and market trends, translating them into scalable business opportunities.
• Drive the global deployment of innovative packaging and process technologies across factories and markets, ensuring successful technology transfer and site readiness.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, Engineering, Supply, Quality, Marketing, and external partners to accelerate innovation and capability building.
• Build and strengthen external innovation networks with suppliers, start-ups, universities, and research institutes.
• Champion sustainability by embedding environmental considerations into packaging and process solutions that contribute to resilient and responsible food systems.
• Manage program resources, budgets, governance, risks, and reporting to ensure successful delivery of strategic objectives.
• Foster knowledge sharing, intellectual property development, and technical excellence across regions and segments.
• Represent Mars Food & Nutrition in scientific, technical, and industry forums.

What are we looking for?

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're excited to lead global packaging and process innovation programs that help create a more sustainable future for food, we encourage you to apply and join us on our journey to deliver Better Food Today. A Better World Tomorrow.