All applicants must have permanent legal authorization to work in the United States. Mars does not sponsor employment visas for this role.
This position is not eligible for relocation benefits
This team leader will work through themselves and their direct reports to provide actional recommendations to brand teams and the US Petcare leadership team, but utilizing market data and other external inputs from multiple data sources to develop a clear picture of the pet category. This associate will need to be able to add value to data through analytics and strategic thinking. They will partner with other Market Insights team members and engage directly with high level stakeholders.
What are we looking for?
Bachelor's Degree
MBA or other advanced degree strongly preferred
7+ years of experience in insights/analytics/market research or strategic consulting roles with direct experience utilizing syndicated data sources
Experience which demonstrates ability to craft stories from data, adding value through analytics and the ability to work collaboratively in a cross functional team environment
Thinks strategically and creatively, has deep curiosity that drives investigation
Understanding and usage of analytical frameworks
1+ years of demonstrated team leadership and/or line management experience
Data visualization through MS Excel, PowerPoint, Tableau and/or Power BI
Preferred Qualifications
5+ years of experience in insights/analytics/market research or strategic consulting role with direct experience utilizing Nielsen and other syndicated data sources
Insights experience at a leading CPG and/or within the food/beverage space or pet food category
Experience working in a global business with broad network of stakeholders
What will be your responsibilities?
Be the voice of the category, leading consultative relationship with Marketing and driving strategic planning for portfolio choices
Develop consultative relationship with brand VPs and Business Management Teams, providing insight on the broader category, supporting analytics projects, and guiding strategy development
Lead a team of associates, guiding them to provide value-added recommendations and strategic thinking across the category
Drive 'Thought Leadership' projects and deep analytics to drive new thinking and pushes behavior changes within the organization to align with best practices
Champion business growth through a deep understanding of the market; translates insights into portfolio and brand growth strategies
Investigate opportunities by identifying portfolio gaps and emerging trends that drive business results by uncovering market, brand, channel, and consumer trends
What can you expect from Mars?
Work with over 130,000 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.
Best-in-class 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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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
