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Working at Mars

More than 65,000 Mars Associates around the world make up our team. We are a privately owned company, guided by our Five Principles of Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Although we operate in 71 countries, speak different languages and have diverse perspectives and opinions, these Principles unite us in our approach to our work. While we are operationally decentralized, we remain aligned in our approach.
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We recognize Associates for their invaluable contribution to Mars
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Engagement and Recognition

We are not a company of closed doors and rigid hierarchies. We value visible and approachable leadership at all levels. Associates have the freedom to discuss their work or concerns with any colleague at any time, while decision-making is collaborative and consensus more important than authority.

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Learning and Development

At Mars, everyone has the chance to achieve their full potential. Approximately 70 percent of an Associate’s learning and development takes place on the job. About 20 percent more comes from additional coaching and mentoring by line managers and, in many cases, professional executive coaches.

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Learning and Development

Diversity and Inclusion

The varied backgrounds and combined talents of our Associates enrich our business. Each of our 71 country operations has the freedom to respond to local needs and build a workforce that reflects its customers and communities, while being united by incorporating our Five Principles.

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Associates in China
Associates taking a break at a Mars Food factory in Belgium.
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Health, Safety and Wellbeing

Providing a safe and healthy workplace is not just our responsibility, it’s a business imperative. Whether this means high safety standards in our factories or promoting healthy living in our offices, all our sites are designed and operated to create a safe and positive working environment.

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Associates in Our Communities

Mars Associates have the freedom to make a difference in the communities where we operate and are encouraged to take ownership of their efforts, improve lives and build lasting and meaningful relationships that make our company stronger.

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Associates participating in the Feeding America Kids Café Program

Pay and Benefits

We reward our Associates’ commitment and effort with a comprehensive package of pay and benefits. Associates receive annual Total Rewards Statements providing them with full details of the value of each element of their individual pay and benefits package.

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Fitness facilities at Wrigley’s site in Chicago, U.S.