Global Technology Lead - Advanced Automation

Global Technology Lead - Advanced Automation

Location: USA-Illinois-Chicago

Location: GIC Chicago, IL

Travel: Up to approximately 40%

Help turn the potential of advanced automation into practical improvements across our global manufacturing network. As Global Technology Lead, Advanced Automation, you’ll define priorities and lead the execution of activities that accelerate the adoption of advanced automation technologies, systems and processes across Mars Snacking. Your scope will include autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), automated guided vehicles (AGVs), robots, collaborative robots and automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS).

You’ll apply your engineering expertise to help regional and site teams develop and deliver advanced automation roadmaps and initiatives, translating technical opportunities into practical programs with clear business outcomes. Working with global stakeholders, partners and suppliers, you’ll help connect technology strategy with manufacturing needs and support execution across the business.

What will be your key responsibilities?

Provide Digital Plants and advanced automation expertise to project teams across regions and manufacturing sites.

Develop and refine Mars Snacking’s advanced automation technology standards and strategy.

Support regional teams in developing and deploying advanced automation technology roadmaps and initiatives.

Collaborate with regional and global stakeholders to develop technical solutions and innovations aligned with business requirements.

Translate technical initiatives into manageable programs with clear deliverables and measures of success.

Maintain relationships with global partners and suppliers.

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to integrate safety, quality, food safety and other applicable business requirements into solutions and standards.

What are we looking for?

A bachelor’s degree in Engineering or an IT-related subject.

6+ years of professional experience in a business environment.

3+ years of experience designing and delivering AGV/AMR, robotics and automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) technologies, including functional, safety and integration requirements.

3+ years of experience leading and managing projects with multiple stakeholders, preferably across regional or global teams.

Knowledge of robotic applications in manufacturing.

Strong project-management skills, attention to detail and the ability to influence and deliver through others.

Strong business acumen, with the ability to translate technical initiatives into manageable program scopes with clear deliverables and measures of success.

What can you expect from Mars?

Collaboration with diverse and talented Associates across global, regional and site teams, all guided by the Five Principles.

A purpose-driven company striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.

Learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.

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 experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

The pay range shown is applicable to all US locations listed within the job posting:USD 134,400.00 - USD 184,800.00