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Global food and pet care company

Buyer - Asia Cocoa Products

RoleOperations
LevelMid Level
LocationGuangzhou, China
WorkOn-site
TypeFull-time
Posted2 months ago
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Benefits and perks

Learning Budget

401(k)

Healthcare

Required skills

Sourcing

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Financial Analysis

Job Description:

About the Role

As a Buyer for Asia Cocoa Products at Mars, you will support the sourcing team in implementing buying strategies and managing supplier relationships within the China & AMEA regions. You will assist with global cocoa financial analysis and help ensure alignment between Responsible Cocoa Allocations and physical sourcing volumes volumes. This role involves close collaboration with regional teams to support smooth procurement operations and contribute to category management.

What We’re Looking For

  • Around 2 years of experience in commercial or related roles roles

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.

  • Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.

  • Good communication and teamwork skills.

  • Passion for supporting value creation through effective sourcing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in executing sourcing strategies using Mars tools and frameworks.

  • Support cocoa financial analysis to ensure accurate forecasting

  • Help reconcile Responsible Cocoa Allocations to physical volumes, ensuring we deliver against our sustainability commitments

  • Help implement sourcing strategies within China and the AMEA region.

  • Collaborate with the Global Category Team and regional buying managers to support procurement activities.

  • Assist in managing contracts and Service Level Agreements (SLAs), ensuring compliance with pricing and service requirements.

What You Can Expect from Mars

  • Work with a diverse and talented team guided by The Five Principles.

  • Join a purpose-driven company focused on building a better future.

  • Access to learning and development opportunities from day one, including Mars University.

  • Competitive salary and benefits, including company bonus.

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About Mars

Mars

Mars

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Mars, Incorporated is an American multinational manufacturer of confectionery, pet food, and other food products and a provider of animal care services founded on June 23, 1911. Mars is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, in the Washington metropolitan area, and is entirely owned by the Mars family.

10,001+

Employees

McLean

Headquarters

$50B

Valuation

Reviews

1 reviews

3.1

1 reviews

Work-life balance

3.0

Compensation

2.5

Culture

3.0

Career

3.5

Management

3.0

55%

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Pros

Apprenticeship opportunities in Innovation Banking

Career pathway to Investment Banking/Venture Capital

Graduate program structure

Cons

Below-expected base salary (€50K)

Compensation not meeting salary aspirations

Lower than market rate pay

Salary Ranges

371 data points

Junior/L3

Mid/L4

Senior/L5

VP

Intern

Director

Junior/L3 · Associate II - Advisory

1 reports

$141,415

total per year

Base

$122,970

Stock

-

Bonus

-

$141,415

$141,415

Interview experience

2 interviews

Difficulty

3.5

/ 5

Duration

14-28 weeks

Interview process

1

Application Review

2

Recruiter Screen

3

Technical Phone Screen

4

Onsite/Virtual Interviews

5

Final Interview

6

Offer

Common questions

Technical Knowledge

Coding/Algorithm

Behavioral/STAR

Past Experience

Culture Fit