Accelerator DT, Senior Manager Domain Planning

Job Description:

Who are we

Accelerator is Mars Snackings growth engine focused on unlocking growth across
high-potential categories and brands. Within Accelerator the Better For You portfolio
includes KIND RXBAR Nutri-Grain Special K Bars and Pure Organic and
within Tasty & Wholesome the portfolio includes Eggo Rice Krispies Treats and Pop
Tarts. Combining the scale of Mars with the agility of a growth business we are driving
innovation accelerating performance and transforming how we work through data
automation and AI-enabled solutions.
Were looking for passionate collaborators to help us become the foremost leader in
Mars Snacking and positively impact society along the way. If youre looking to be a part
of an inspiring energetic and entrepreneurial environment youve found the right place.

What youll do

Reporting to the Sr. Director Accelerator TLT Lead this role is part of the Digital
Technologies organization supporting Accelerator including KIND Tru Fru Natures
Bakery and the newly acquired Kellanova brands. The role is responsible for leading
Accelerators end-to-end Planning capability across Demand Planning Supply Planning
and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) combining strategic ownership with hands-
on leadership of planning resources to drive business outcomes operational
excellence roadmap execution governance user adoption and continuous
improvement.
As Accelerator continues to evolve this leader will establish functional ownership of the
Planning domain integrate Heritage Kellanova and Health & Wellness capabilities and
help define the future Planning operating model. Working in close partnership with
Supply Chain Manufacturing Procurement Logistics Finance and DT platform teams
this role will drive execution across the full solution lifecycle including implementation
support enhancements master data integrations issue resolution and ongoing
optimization across the planning landscape.

Job Responsibilities

Planning Capability Ownership
o Own the Planning capability roadmap spanning Demand Planning Supply
Planning MRP inventory planning and planning analytics.
o Define future-state planning capabilities business processes governance
and operating models.

o Establish planning KPIs adoption metrics and value realization
measures.

Product & Portfolio Leadership
o Lead planning demand intake prioritization and roadmap decisions
through the Product Operating Model.
o Balance strategic transformation initiatives with operational support and
business continuity needs.
o Ensure planning investments align to business priorities and measurable
outcomes.

Hands-On Delivery & Execution
o Directly lead and coach Demand Planning and Supply Planning analysts.
o Participate in solution design requirements definition testing deployment
and business adoption activities.
o Oversee planning-related enhancements operational support activities
and issue resolution.
o Serve as escalation point for planning process data integration and
system challenges.
o Drive continuous improvement initiatives across planning processes and
technologies.

Cross-Functional Integration
o Connect planning processes across Demand Supply Procurement
Manufacturing Logistics and Analytics.
o Ensure planning capabilities support end-to-end supply chain execution
and business objectives.
o Facilitate alignment between business requirements and technology
delivery teams.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management
o Serve as the primary DT partner for Planning business stakeholders.
o Collaborate with SAP SCP Kinaxis Blue Yonder ERP and Analytics
teams to deliver planning capabilities.
o Manage relationships with implementation partners and vendors
supporting planning initiatives.

Qualifications

Must-Have Requirements
o 8 years of experience in Supply Chain Planning Planning Technology
Supply Chain Digital Transformation or related areas.
o Demonstrated experience across Demand Planning Supply Planning
and/or MRP processes.

o Experience leading planning-related business transformation or
technology initiatives.
o Proven ability to translate business requirements into technology-enabled
solutions.
o Experience managing direct reports and leading cross-functional teams.
o Strong stakeholder management and business relationship skills.
o Experience working with planning platforms such as Kinaxis SAP IBP
SAP APO Blue Yonder or equivalent.
o Ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels in a fast-paced
environment.

Nice-to-Have Requirements
o Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry experience.
o Experience supporting manufacturing and distribution operations.
o Product management or Product Operating Model experience.
o Knowledge of S&OP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) and inventory
optimization processes.
o Experience with AI-enabled planning demand sensing or advanced
planning analytics.
o SAP S/4HANA planning knowledge.
o Experience supporting acquisitions integrations or large-scale
transformations.
o Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies.

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below however base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge skills and total compensation package for this position will include variable pay medical and dental benefits participation in 401k plan and paid time off of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.