VP People & Organisation – Mars Digital Transformation

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic advisor to senior business and digital leaders, aligning the people agenda with the digital transformation strategy.
• Lead the design, definition, and deployment of the digital teams operating model to support agile, cross-functional ways of working.
• Define and execute the digital capabilities development agenda, focusing on AI and emerging technologies for the entire organization.
• Drive talent strategy, including strategic workforce planning, succession planning, and leadership development for digital teams.
• Lead cross-functional project teams to achieve key milestones related to digital transformation and talent initiatives.
• Drive efficiency across the P&O operating model and build the P&O digital community to accelerate capability building.
• Promote a unified, inclusive "One Mars" culture across all digital and IT functions.

Requirements

• Expert-level experience in People & Organisation (P&O) or Human Resources.
• Proven track record of leading complex, enterprise-wide transformation initiatives.
• Deep understanding of digital transformation, IT operating models, and emerging technology capabilities.
• Experience designing and deploying talent and leadership development programs for technology teams.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to solve complex problems and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams within a complex, matrixed environment.
• Excellent communication and change leadership skills.

Benefits

• Industry competitive pay and bonus
• Comprehensive health and dental package from day one
• Learning and development support and tuition reimbursement
• 18 paid weeks of parental leave (US)
• 401(k) Match and retirement savings plans
• Paid time off and bereavement leave
• On-site fitness centers and pet-friendly offices

About the Company

Mars is a global leader in food, petcare, and nutrition. We are currently undergoing a digital reinvention to anticipate how emerging technologies like Gen AI will shape the future of our business and our associates.