Senior Specialist – Design to Value
Mars
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Chicago • Illinois • United States
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Salary
💰 $101,120 - $139,040 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Working closely with the Analytics Lead to support analysis to identify ‘dig sites’ for DtV program opportunities (Regionally and Globally)
- Identify gaps in knowledge and data and develop plans to fill these from a variety of internal and external resources
- Conduct product tear downs and diagnostics to identify value creation opportunities across raw materials, packaging, recipes, and processes
- Benchmark internal and external practices, synthesizing insights to inform DtV program design and execution
- Develop compelling narratives and presentations to communicate findings, recommendations, and value cases to stakeholders
- Support the PMO and Director Lead in program management, governance, and delivery of DtV initiatives
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and regional/global SMEs to gather data, share learnings, and drive networked improvement
- Contribute to the codification of best practices and the development of internal consulting playbooks
- Assist in tracking and reporting on KPIs (savings, growth, sustainability, simplification, project conversion)
- Provide operational support for DtV projects, ensuring pace, quality, and alignment with business objectives
- Upskill team members and stakeholders in DtV tools and approaches
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Science, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in consulting, operations, or project management within CPG, manufacturing, or related industries
- Experience with product tear downs, benchmarking, and value diagnostics
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Experience supporting cross-functional teams and managing multiple priorities
- Familiarity with productivity, simplification, and value creation initiatives
- Experience in a client-facing or internal consulting role is preferred
Benefits
- variable pay
- medical and dental benefits
- participation in 401k plan
- paid time off benefits
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
data analysisproduct tear downsbenchmarkingvalue diagnosticsKPI trackingproject managementconsultingoperationsvalue creationinternal consulting
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillspresentation skillscollaborationstakeholder engagementteam managementorganizational skillsadaptabilityleadership