Job Description
Job Description:
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Mars: Where your Tomorrow Starts Today!
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Mars is a family-owned business that has been making products for people and their pets for more than 100 years. We're behind some of the best loved brands in the world including MARS®, SNICKERS®, EXTRA®, ECLIPSE®, PEDIGREE®, WHISKAS®, DOLMIO®, BEN'S ORIGINAL ® MASTERFOODS ® and ROYAL CANIN® ORIJEN® ACANA® we are dedicated to making a positive impact on people and the planet.
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Join us in building a sustainable future where people, communities, and the planet can truly thrive.
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Role Title: Senior Manager, Capability
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Segment: Mars Snacking ANZ
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Location: Melbourne, Australia
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Hours: Full-time
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Direct reports: 1
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Reporting to: People & Organisation (P&O;) Director, ANZ Snacking
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At Mars, we are driven by the belief that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today. To help us build that tomorrow, we are looking for a Senior Manager, Capability to join us in a unique, high-impact role that offers exposure across all Mars segments.
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As Senior Manager, Capability you are a senior business partner who acts as a critical strategic bridge between Mars University and our ANZ business segments. You will act as a "common thread" across our business to design and deliver a high-impact local capability strategy that directly drives business growth, supports our segments' people strategies and unlocks potential.
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Key Responsibilities
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Strategic Partner & Advisor:Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and P&O; Leadership Teams across ANZ,



aligning the learning and capability agenda with overall business strategy.
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Capability Diagnosis & Learning Design:Partner with business leaders to diagnose local capability needs. where needs extend beyond global Mars University curricula, designing high impact, blended learning solutions.
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Global Alignment: Act as the voice for the ANZ region in global forums, partnering with Mars University and Mars Global Services to help shape our global curriculum, pilots, and programs.
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Talent & Insights:Lead the ANZ Functional Council Talent Process, driving consolidated talent plans and strategic insights to support market-wide growth.
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Budget & ROI Evaluation:Manage the local ANZ Capability budget, tracking ROI and using data-driven insights to measure the business impact and drive continuous improvement of programs.
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What will you bring?
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We are seeking a rare blend of strong business acumen and influencing power and are open to considering individuals from diverse backgrounds.
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You might currently be a Senior HR Business Partner, a Senior Commercial Leader (Sales/Marketing) with a profound passion for capability development, or an L&D; professional with experience in Talent and Leadership Development
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Our ideal candidate will possess:
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Knowledge and experience within a blue-chip FMCG or similar fast-paced environment, with a deep understanding of building capability (Sales, Marketing) to drive business growth (highly desirable).
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Proven expertise in diagnosing organizational needs and a solid track record of designing and delivering high-impact, blended learning solutions to enhance capability.
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Demonstrated ability to navigate complex, matrixed organizations and use your influence to align senior leaders on strategic initiatives.
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Proven line management & leadership experience with a history of coaching, building, and motivating high-performing teams.
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Strong facilitation and communication skills with the personal credibility to engage and inspire associates at all levels.
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A highly proactive, lateral thinker with strong analytical skills and a proven ability to challenge the status quo, diagnose underlying business needs, and deliver creative learning solutions
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Why you'll love working for Mars:
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Purpose: Help craft beloved brands with a legacy of over 100 years of local manufacturing making products that people and pets will love all while helping to build a more sustainable future.
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People: A culture that values your contributions, fosters leadership, and recognises the impact you make. Your work truly matters here.
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Development: Shape your career with personalised development and real opportunities to grow from day one.
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Enjoy a team and business environment that is invested in helping you manage and grow your energy for work and life.
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📌 Senior Manager, Capability (Victoria)
🏢 Mars, Incorporated And Its Affiliates
📍 Victoria