Operational Risk Manager

Mars

Operational Risk Manager responsible for managing global risk activities at Mars. Collaborating with stakeholders to enhance operational resilience and risk maturity in all segments globally.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeMcLean • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $86,720 - $119,240 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing global risk activities, including operational risk management and compliance, while effectively collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Proficient in analyzing risk data, developing operational frameworks, and enhancing program performance to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

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Operational Risk ManagementRisk Data AnalysisVendor ManagementCompliance and AuditingStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Risk EngineeringProperty Loss PreventionBusiness Continuity PlanningData AnalyticsGovernance Processes

Soft Skills

Analytical Problem-SolvingEffective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsProject ManagementTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeExcelPowerPointRisk Management PlatformsAudit Platforms

Industry Keywords

Operational ResilienceThird-Party Service ProvidersManufacturing EnvironmentsSupply ChainIndustrial Environments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Managing global risk activities
Monitoring program performance
Managing third-party service providers
Analyzing risk data and trends
Coordinating audits and reviews
Tracking remediation activities
Contributing to the development of standards, tools, and reporting that enhance Mars' operational resilience and risk maturity
Supporting the ACM and BRM program deployment and administration
Managing the daily execution and delivery of operational risk programs
Seeking opportunities to enhance and align current operational risk programs for future consolidation to increase overall efficiency, effectiveness, sustainability, and business benefit
Supporting global stakeholder groups and working with Associates across all Mars locations
Managing critical program objectives and site compliance
Maintaining general awareness, functional attentiveness and development/enhancement tracking of program technology and digital initiatives to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of delivery and engagement of the operational risk programs
Supporting tracking of program budgets, vendor spend, and service utilization
Responsible for primary coordination with all service providers / third party business partners to ensure contractual compliance and continuing alignment with overall operational risk objectives and guidelines
Participating in key meetings and discussions - responsible for program related data and information capture and record management
Supporting onboarding and integration of acquisitions into Mars Operational Risk programs, ensuring alignment with global standards and governance expectations
Developing and maintaining a structured Operational Risk framework for external manufacturing, co-manufacturing, and co-packing partners supporting Mars operations globally

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Risk Management & Insurance, Health and Safety, or similar
Minimum of 5 years of experience in property loss prevention, risk engineering, operational risk management, insurance risk consulting, business continuity, or a related discipline
Experience with compliance, auditing, governance, and reporting processes
Experience managing external vendors, consultants, and service providers
Knowledge of property loss prevention principles, fire protection systems, business continuity planning, and risk management practices
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret risk data and identify trends
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a complex global environment
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions and levels of the organization
Ability to work effectively in a global, cross-functional environment and manage relationships with diverse stakeholders
Experience working within manufacturing, supply chain, warehousing, or industrial environments
Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective internal and external relationships and collaborations
Proven ability at coordinating/integrating successful teams
Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as required, estimated at approximately 20% of the time
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently while maintaining a strong team-oriented mindset.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; experience with risk management, audit, or data analytics platforms is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Best-in-class learning and development support from day one
Access to our in-house Mars University
Industry competitive salary and benefits package
Company bonus
Medical and dental benefits
Participation in 401k plan
Paid time off benefits