Value Stream Manager - Manufacturing

**Job Description:** Job title: **Value Stream Manager.** Location: **Veghel,** Netherlands. Segment: **Snacking.** Contract type: Full Time. Onsite. Permanent. Start date: Ideally in September 2026. The **Value Stream Manager** is responsible for leading a large manufacturing value stream, ensuring the safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of high-quality products. The role provides leadership across operations, people development, continuous improvement, quality, and performance management while driving operational excellence and associate engagement. As a member of the site leadership team, the Value Stream Manager partners closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, R&D and Commercial teams to deliver business objectives and support the site's long-term growth strategy. **What are we looking for?** * Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Food Science or Business-related studies. * Minimum 10 years of manufacturing or operations experience, including at least 5 years in a managerial role. * Technical knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, controls and products. * Experience driving Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Operational Excellence, or equivalent methodologies. * Knowledge of food safety, quality systems, HACCP, and regulatory compliance. * Demonstrated people leadership and team management skills. * Knowledge of HSE requirements and employment legislation. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels and across functions. * Fluency in English is required.   **What will be your key responsibilities?** * Lead manufacturing operations across the value stream, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective production while meeting quality, service, and performance targets. * Drive operational excellence by championing the site's operational framework, continuous improvement initiatives, Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and other performance enhancement programs. * Lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams by fostering a culture of engagement, accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning. * Ensure the highest standards of food safety, product quality, HACCP compliance, health and safety, and regulatory adherence across all operations. * Establish and monitor operational goals, budgets, KPIs, and performance standards, taking corrective actions as needed to achieve business objectives. * Partner with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, R&D, and Commercial teams to implement process improvements, drive innovation, and deliver strategic business priorities. * Oversee technical troubleshooting, maintenance activities, and technology advancement initiatives to improve operational reliability, efficiency, and product quality. * Contribute to site and value stream strategy as a member of the leadership team and act on behalf of the Plant Director when required. **What can you expect from Mars?** * Work with 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. * A strong focus on 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. #LI-KD1 #mars