Hiring: Senior Manager, Commercial Operations - Packs Company: Mars Location: Chicago, IL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 11:38:08 Target Skills & Keywords : Agile, R, Risk Management, SAP About the job Experience: •7+ years of relevant experience across supply chain operations, logistics, purchasing, or commercial sourcing. •3 years of hands-on experience with SAP (or equivalent ERP/MRP systems) and proficiency in Power BI / data visualization tools. Required Skills: •Accelerator, a global Division of Mars Snacking, is on the front line of unlocking growth across high-potential categories and brands to fuel what’s next for Snacking. It’s home to both emerging and enduring brands, including KIND, TRÜ FRÜ, NATURE’S BAKERY, RXBAR, EGGO, POP-TARTS, and RICE KRISPIES TREATS •. Combining the scale of Mars with the agility of a start-up, our Division has the ambition to accelerate the future of snacking by delivering products consumers love today, discovering category-shaping innovations for tomorrow, and developing entrepreneurial teams whose impact will last for generations. •The Opportunity: Why This Role Matters •This isn’t just about running an existing operation—it’s a chance to build one. As the Sr. Manager, Commercial Operations for Packaging •, you will serve as the central lynchpin and quarterback connecting Strategic Sourcing, Inbound Supply Chain, Planning, and external supplier partners across our multi-billion-dollar North American portfolio. •Architect & Lead the Team: Build, coach, and evolve a newly formed Commercial Operations team. Serve as the functional expert for key enterprise systems (SAP, Power BI) and establish operational playbooks and standard ways of working (WoW). •Commercial Strategy & Execution: Co-develop and execute category strategies with a sharp focus on value leadership, cash flow, and total cost of ownership (TCO). Champion supplier resiliency, manage SLAs, and drive acceleration projects. •Supplier Performance & Risk Management: Own the Supplier Performance Management (SPM) framework. Drive supplier accountability across OTIF delivery, quality, and service levels. Lead resiliency planning, dual-sourcing initiatives, and business continuity strategies. Qualifications: •Technical Acumen: Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience with SAP (or equivalent ERP/MRP systems) and proficiency in Power BI / data visualization tools. •Travel: Ability to travel up to 20% as needed. •The pay range shown is applicable to all US locations listed within the job posting:USD 134,400.00 - USD 184,800.00 Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!