LATAM Logistics Lead

LATAM Logistics Lead – Mars Pet Nutrition – Querétaro (Mexico), Campinas (Brazil) or Buenos Aires (Argentina)

At Mars Pet Nutrition, we have a clear commitment: building a better world for pets. As LATAM Logistics Lead, you will take on a highly strategic leadership role reporting directly to the Global Supply Chain Excellence Leader, with executive connection to the Global VP of Supply Chain. In this role, you will be the key architect defining the long-term design, modernization, and operational evolution of our end-to-end logistics network across Latin America, seamlessly bridging global strategy with regional execution across factory warehousing, market distribution centers, and transportation ecosystems. With full autonomy to shape the future of our supply chain, you will spearhead the logistics decarbonization agenda, drive the deployment of cutting-edge technologies, and build sustainable competitive advantages—ensuring our iconic brands reach millions of households with world-class efficiency, reliability, and care. This position offers flexible hybrid arrangements and can be based in Querétaro (Mexico), Campinas (Brazil), or Buenos Aires (Argentina).

What are we looking for?

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or related disciplines
• Solid and proven track record leading end-to-end physical logistics, warehousing, transportation, and distribution operations across Latin America
• Direct experience leading strategic 3PL commercial relationships, contract tenders, and performance scorecards with transportation and logistics partners
• Professional fluency in English and Spanish to partner effectively with global and cross-functional teams across regions
• Proven programme management capabilities, with demonstrated success influencing executive stakeholders and leading large-scale cross-border transformations
• Strong analytical acumen focused on cost-to-serve optimization, business case modeling, and data-driven decision-making

Desirable Requirements:

• Familiarity with Tier-1 logistics systems and architectures such as WMS (Blue Yonder, SAP EWM), TMS platforms, or Transport Control Towers
• Exposure to warehouse automation, digital freight visibility platforms, or emerging AI applications in logistics
• Working knowledge of supply chain sustainability initiatives and logistics carbon reduction levers
• Working proficiency or fluency in Portuguese

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Lead the deployment and adoption of global physical logistics strategies, frameworks, and operating standards across factory warehouses, distribution hubs, and carrier networks in Latin America
• Partner closely with cross-functional and digital technology teams to design, evaluate, and establish innovative solutions such as Transport Control Towers and real-time freight visibility tools
• Elevate regional operational maturity through structured capability assessments, operational playbooks, and continuous learning communities across logistics teams
• Direct the logistics sustainability and decarbonization agenda across the region, translating enterprise Net Zero commitments into tangible carbon action plans
• Oversee operational performance governance and cost-to-serve efficiency, ensuring outstanding customer service levels, on-time delivery, and value leadership
• Foster collaborative partnerships with key third-party logistics providers and transport carriers to maximize service resilience, safety compliance, and operational excellence

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 150,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
• Join a purpose-driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

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