Great Experience! - Commercial Manager Mars Employee Review

3.0
Oct 23, 2011
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Pros

Awesome Opportunities to Learn and Grow

Cons

Too political; Need a sponsor to move forward; Decisions made on placing senior managers is not based on ability; Hiring people is done to meet objectives versus to have the best person in job.

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5.0
Jun 24, 2026
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Pros

Iconic brands, privately held/family owned, principle based, and relationship based culture.

Cons

Slow decision making. High ratio of recruitment of Sr. Leaders from external companies conflicting with culture.

5.0
Jun 23, 2026
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Pros

I’ve been at Mars (Yorkville site) for about three months as a Quality Systems Senior Specialist, and so far it’s been a great experience. Everyone has been genuinely friendly, welcoming, and willing to help. The culture feels very supportive—people want to see you succeed and are quick to share knowledge and offer guidance. My manager has been amazing and is truly invested in my growth. She’s helped set clear expectations, encouraged development, and provided the tools and support I need to be successful.

Cons

None so far—still new, but my experience has been very positive.

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