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Job Description

Job Description:

Sourcing Manager - Cocoa

As sourcing manager, you will be responsible for executing cocoa sourcing strategies and managing supplier contracts for our European factories. You will drive best value in a complex and dynamic supply chain while supporting sustainability commitments and business objectives.

What are we looking for?

  • Significant experience in sourcing and/or supply chain management

  • Strong negotiation, contracting, and sourcing expertise

  • Experience delivering value in dynamic market conditions

  • Interest in cocoa or raw material supply chains

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Your key responsibilities:

  • Execute sourcing strategies to optimize cost, quality, and supply security

  • Build market expertise to support category strategy and decision-making

  • Maximize value across price, cash, sustainability, and service

  • Ensure compliance with contracting standards and policies

  • Manage supplier relationships and collaborate with internal stakeholders

  • Drive strategic initiatives, including cost-saving projects and regulatory adherence

What can you expect from Mars?

  • A purpose-driven, values-led company

  • Collaboration with diverse and talented Associates

  • Best-in-class learning and career development

  • Competitive salary, benefits, and company bonus

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives thrive. If you're a sourcing professional looking to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!

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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

Company benefits

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Open to part-time employees
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Open to job sharing
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Open to compressed hours
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Sabbaticals
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Enhanced maternity leave – 26 weeks at 90% pay
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Enhanced paternity leave – 26 weeks at 90% pay
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24 days annual leave + bank holidays
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“Pawternity” leave
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Pregnancy loss leave
repeat
Bank holiday swaps
family
Shared parental leave
baby
Adoption leave
family
Family health insurance
pregnant woman
Pregnancy support
person feeding baby
Neo-natal leave
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Faith rooms
person in lotus position
Meditation space
dog
Dog friendly office
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Dog friendly co-working space
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Annual bonus
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Employee discounts
admission tickets
Cinema discounts
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Referral bonus
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Joining bonus
bike
Cycle to work scheme
car
Electric Car Salary Sacrifice
moneybag
Enhanced pension match/contribution
ferris wheel
Theme park discounts
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Lunch and learns
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In house training
books
LinkedIn learning license
mortar board
Studying sabbaticals
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Open to part time work for some roles

Working at Mars UK

Company employees

4,000 In the UK

Gender diversity (male:female)

57:43

Currently Hiring Countries

France

Poland

United Kingdom

Office Locations

Awards & Achievements

1st – Family Friendly

1st – Family Friendly

Flexa awards 2025
2nd – Pet Friendly

2nd – Pet Friendly

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Flexible

Flexible

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Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity and Inclusion

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Work-Life Balance

Work-Life Balance

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Career Progression

Career Progression

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Culture

Culture

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Benefits

Benefits

Flexa awards 2025
1st – Large companies

1st – Large companies

Flexa100 2024
Consumer Goods

Consumer Goods

Industry awards 2023
3rd – Large companies

3rd – Large companies

Flexa100 2023
Retail & Ecommerce

Retail & Ecommerce

Industry awards 2022