Mars Careers, Benefits, Review

"The company’s objective is the manufacture and distribution of food products in such a manner as to promote a mutuality of services and benefits among all stakeholders."

—FORREST E. MARS, SR., 1947 

It all began in 1911, when Frank C. Mars established Mars’ roots as a confectionery company when he made the first Mars candies in his kitchen in Tacoma, Washington. 9 years later, Forrest E. Mars, Sr. joined his father in business and together they launched the MILKY WAY® bar. That was it, there was no stopping them! In 1932, Forrest, Sr. moved to the United Kingdom with dreams of building a business based on the “mutuality of benefits” for all stakeholders - this vision serves as the foundation of the company we are today.

Fast forward over 100 years, this foundation has proved its strength. We’ve built one of the world’s leading FMCG companies, delivering quality brands, products and services to consumers around the world. Now, with more than 140,000 Associates spanning over 80 countries, we remain a family-owned organization. Taking responsibility, seizing opportunities and thinking in generations, we’ll achieve great things for our communities, our pets and ourselves - working today for the world we want tomorrow.

But, how does this translate to our brands? We have four business segments where our Associates apply their efforts, and this is what they look like:

Mars Petcare

Mars Petcare is part of Mars, Incorporated. We’re a family-owned business with more than a century of history making diverse products and offering services for people and the pets they love. Through comprehensive veterinary care, nutrition, breakthrough programs in diagnostics, wearable health monitoring, DNA testing and pet welfare, our almost 100,000 Associates across 130 countries are dedicated to one purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS.

Our portfolio includes almost 50 brands serving the health and nutrition needs of the world's pets – including brands:  PEDIGREE®, WHISKAS®, ROYALCANIN®, SHEBA®, CESAR, AniCura, BLUEPEARL, Linnaeus,  WISDOM PANEL™ , BANFIELD and WHISTLE™. We’re building a thriving and inclusive workforce reflective of the many pets and communities we serve. Learn more here.

Mars Snacking

We are 34,000 Associates on an incredible journey to reimagine the future of snacking. We have a global portfolio of brands currently being enjoyed in more than 180 countries around the world, including M&M’S®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, ORBIT®, DOUBLEMINT®, KIND®, SKITTLES® and STARBURST®.

As we look at the future of Mars Snacking, we have a clear vision that we believe will set us apart. This vision is rooted in our commitment to being a force for good and the experiences our iconic brands deliver, all while inspiring moments of everyday happiness.

 Find out more here.

Mars Food & Nutrition

Mealtimes nourish our bodies and our families, and we know that food can do so much more. Our ambition is to use better food today to create a better world tomorrow. Our brands like Ben’s Original™, Dolmio® and Seeds of Change™ can, and should, positively impact people and the planet. We’re actively working today to deliver 5.5 billion healthy meals to the world's dinner tables by 2025.

 Discover more here.

Mars Edge

See yourself taking on ambitious research projects with real potential to change the world? Mars Edge is designed to help improve human health, by bringing together the food we want alongside the nutrition we need. Knowledge is at the heart of our business, and our Associates have already produced innovative technologies, which have positively impacted the health and wellbeing of people, pets and the planets. Understand what it means to be a part of our team here.

We love that people (and pets) love our brands, and we work to reflect that through our actions. Our choices, big and small, all add up to create a healthier, happier world - the kind of world we want to see tomorrow.

We’ve been a family-owned business for more than 100 years. Why? Because it gives us freedom. We are free to take a long-term view, and use every day as an opportunity to nudge the world forward. Our Associates have the power to work with freedom, support and trust, to pursue their passions and drive ideas from concept to reality. Working together today to forge the relationships and build the skills needed to shape how work gets done tomorrow.

The Five Principles are vital to our mission, they are at the foundation of everything we do. All our Associates strive to live by Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom, each and every day. United by this common goal, and with relationships built on trust, dignity and mutual respect, we will achieve great things for our planet, our communities and our pets. Learn more about our Principles here.

We care deeply about sustainability, and we know that to change the world tomorrow, we must understand our impact today. That’s why we have our Sustainable in a Generation Plan, focused on three key areas - Healthy Planet, Thriving People and Nourishing Wellbeing. From investing in renewable energy and speaking out about climate change, to improving conditions in our supply chain, we’re working to make sure that everyone benefits from our growth. Our Associates are a key part of our sustainability mission. Through the Mars Volunteer Program and Mars Ambassador Program, together we will build the future we want to share.

Whatever your passions and ambitions, there’s plenty of freedom to pursue them with a Mars career. But don’t just take it from us - check out our reviews to get the inside scoop!

We know that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and we’re deeply committed to our purpose of making the world a better place for our planet, our communities and our pets. As a Mars Associate, you’re a crucial part of this - you make us who we are.

As part of our global family, you’ll be motivated to go the extra mile and help us to better our business. And, because we’re a company that cares, development is key. Whether you’re innovating for our customers or acquiring new skills yourself, there are endless opportunities to progress and build the future you want. We’re forward-thinking, diverse and proactive - at Mars, your tomorrow starts today.

It isn’t all about the innovative work that goes on behind the scenes, we are also motivated by the friendships that extend beyond the day-to-day. We’re so much more than colleagues, supporting each other in whatever we put our minds to. When you join our team, the first thing you’ll be encouraged to do is chat to as many Associates as possible - creating those mutually beneficial bonds from day one and meeting people who will impact your life in ways you never imagined.

Want to learn a new skill? An Associate who has already mastered it can help. Interested in doing some charitable work? With fundraising teams throughout our offices, as well as the Mars Ambassador and Mars Volunteer programs, you’ll never be short of opportunities to make a difference to the wider community. Just want someone to talk to? We’re here to listen, support and help each other. And if this isn’t enough, you’ll also have the freedom to call on our furry friends - the pets behind our people!

Want to know more? Take a look at our Associates’ reviews!

Are you passionate about data? From understanding how social media affects the sales of PEDIGREE® dog food and EXTRA®, to how ecommerce availability plays a role in the demand for M&M’s® and UNCLE BEN’S® rice, at Mars we always put data first. So there’s really no limit to the kind of data you’ll be working with.

If you’re looking for a role that brings together industry-leading data insight interrogation and globally-renowned brands, you’ll find it here. We’ve got over 100,000 Associates across the world, each one with their own unique talents. We truly believe in allowing you to learn and grow and will support you in your data career to take it to new heights.

Specifically we’re looking for:

Business Translators

Who can help us unearth insights and use them to help us drive change in our business.

Data Engineers

That know how to tackle issues at the heart of our business through data pipelines and our existing platforms.

Data Scientists

Who know how to distill data and develop custom models and algorithms.

Sound interesting? Take a look at the roles we have available here.