Global Nature Manager

Job Description:

This role supports the Petcare Head of Nature and regional sustainability teams in delivering the Nature components of the Healthy Planet agenda. In particular, the position advances Petcare’s deforestation- and conversion-free (DCF) commitments across key commodities (palm oil, pulp & paper, beef, and soy) while also driving progress on land-use change (LUC) greenhouse gas emissions reduction.

What will be your Key Responsibilities?

Palm Oil & Derivatives

• Lead implementation of the Palm Positive strategy for the Petcare segment

• Collaborate with external partners (e.g., the Consumer Goods Forum and Earthworm Foundation) to enhance data collection, traceability, and DCF compliance

• Drive the development of Petcare-specific approaches to deforestation-free palm

Pulp & Paper

• Support regional teams in collecting, validating, and analyzing pulp & paper sourcing data

• Lead the transition to digital tools to improve data quality, transparency, and reporting efficiency

DCF Methodology & Risk Assessment

• Support the development and continuous improvement of DCF methodologies for beef and soy

• Supports research of the expansion of the scope of deforestation commitments (e.g., embedded soy, grains)

• Engage technical stakeholders including satellite data providers, GIS specialists, NGOs, and commodity platforms to strengthen risk assessment approaches

Nature Research & Strategy

• Conduct country-level land-use and nature risk assessments to inform business decisions

• Contribute to the development of a global nature strategic framework for Petcare

Technical Leadership & Advisory

• Provide expert guidance on forests, land use, and geospatial analysis (GIS), including GHG LUC

• Monitor emerging standards, tools, and best practices related to land-use change

• Influence both internal stakeholders and external partners to advance leading practices on forest and sustainable land management

What are we looking for?

• Advanced degree in GIS, Forestry, Natural Resources, or a related field

• 5–10 years of experience in forests, land use, or natural resource management

• Strong experience in LUC GHG accounting

• Advanced technical expertise in GIS, environmental monitoring, and impact assessment

• Proven ability to develop practical, user-friendly tools and methodologies

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills

• Fluency in English and Spanish 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.

• Find out more about what Mars can offer you by visiting our Global Careers site