Focus Improvement Manager

• Identify, analyze, and eliminate losses linked to the site's Compelling Business Need (CBN).
• Lead Value Leadership Strategy (VLS) initiatives and manage the improvement project pipeline to deliver measurable business results.
• Facilitate structured loss analysis and prioritize opportunities that improve cost, service, quality, safety, and productivity.

Drive Operational Excellence

• Partner with operators, team leaders, and functional experts to solve chronic and sporadic losses through data-driven problem solving.
• Lead and coach teams in structured methodologies including EDPS, BDE, Lean and Six Sigma approaches.
• Support asset reliability improvement, standard work deployment, and Asset Health Check (AHC) processes.

Shape the Future of the Site

• Own and deploy the Site Masterplan in partnership with Global Industrial Engineering teams.
• Facilitate the Long-Term Supply Chain Master Review (L-SCMR) process and create a structured 24+ month outlook covering cost, cash, service, and capacity requirements.
• Drive site capacity planning, manufacturing standards, and operational performance reporting.

Lead Innovation & Capability Development

• Oversee Product, Process & Packaging Implementation (PPPI) activities and ensure successful transition of new products and processes into operations.
• Represent the site and region in innovation, productivity, and cost optimization forums.
• Define and deploy the site's 3-year training and capability-building strategy as E&T pillar lead.
• Develop and engage associates across Industrial Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Focused Improvement, and PPPI teams.

Ensure Compliance & Governance

• Own the site's CAB process, FAA tracking, and project approval governance.
• Ensure compliance with Mars standards, MSE requirements, and integrated management systems covering Quality, Food Safety, Safety, and Environmental performance.
• Support annual operating planning and strategic business planning processes.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience in Production, Engineering, Quality, Continuous Improvement, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of people leadership and management experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience implementing Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, or Plant Optimization methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to translate data into actionable improvement plans.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Experience with Six Sigma methodologies and structured problem-solving tools.
• Strong expertise in Industrial Engineering and capacity planning.
• Experience leading cross-functional transformation initiatives in a complex manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Supply Chain planning processes, including S&OP and long-term capacity planning.

What can you expect from Mars?

• The opportunity to make a real impact in a global business with iconic brands.
• A collaborative environment where your ideas, expertise, and leadership will be valued.
• Access to world-class learning and development opportunities.
• Cross-functional and international career growth possibilities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• The chance to work with talented Associates who are committed to making a better world tomorrow.

India