Design to Value Director

Design to Value Director

The Design to Value (Dtv) team exists to drive enterprise-wide value creation by developing and executing an integrated cross-functional Design to Value (DtV) capability. The objective to deliver value through sustained productivity simplification and harmonization across raw materials packaging recipes and processes.

The Design to Value Director will establish and lead a new lean center of expertise within Mars Snacking Global R&D. This role exists to drive enterprise-wide value creation by developing and executing an integrated cross-functional Design to Value (DtV) capability. The objective of the role is to deliver value through sustained productivity simplification and harmonization across raw materials packaging recipes and processes.

This role will shape strategy engage senior stakeholders develop talent/capability and ensure the DtV team delivers a robust pipeline of value programs that balance cost growth and sustainability while protecting consumer value and distinctive product assets.

What are we looking for

• Minimum of a Bachelors in Engineering Business Science or a related field (advanced degree preferred).

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in R&D strategy consulting or value creation roles within CPG manufacturing or related industries.

• Consulting experience (internal or external) is highly desirable.

• Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and delivering complex high-impact programs.

• Experience in portfolio optimization value engineering productivity and/or simplification initiatives.

• Strong stakeholder engagement influencing and communication skills at senior levels.

• Demonstrated ability to navigate matrixed organizations and drive alignment across regions and functions.

• Experience with data-driven decision making benchmarking and program governance.

What will be your key responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the Design to Value (DtV) strategy ensuring alignment with enterprise value creation goals and R&Ds central role in portfolio change and innovation.

• Build and manage a lean high-performing DtV team (PMO Principal Scientist Data & Analytics DtV Senior Scientists) fostering a culture of networked learning and continuous improvement.

• Identify prioritize and develop high-value opportunities across the business leveraging data benchmarking and cross-functional insights.

• Engage and influence senior stakeholders (Regional Divisional and Functional Leadership Teams) to secure sponsorship resources and alignment of incentives.

• Oversee the design and delivery of a sustained pipeline of value creation programs ensuring integration across value levers (productivity sustainability growth simplification resilience).

• Govern program delivery using focused KPIs (pipeline value savings growth sustainability simplification project conversion post-project survey outcomes).

• Internalize and codify DtV capabilities reducing reliance on external partners and building advanced internal expertise and talent pipeline.

• Ensure robust governance risk management and consumer value protection through R&Ds unique position and the new PDA process.

• Represent the DtV capability in global and regional forums sharing best practices and amplifying impact across the enterprise.

• Support the ongoing refinement of the DtV operating model adapting to business needs and external learnings.

What can you expect from Mars

• Work with like-minded and talented Associates all guided by The Five Principles.

• Join a purpose driven company where were striving to build the world we want tomorrow today.

• A strong focus on 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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