Freedom and Responsibility

Our success is most evident in our innovative products and powerful brands; however, above all it is our associates that really make it happen. Mars operating as a family-owned company has had a considerable impact on the relationship to our associates. Mars is confident that the contribution of every individual in the company is an essential part of our business success. As an important cornerstone of our company culture, associate development is geared towards the principles of freedom and responsibility applied across the company. As a result, this leads to very exceptional career paths time and again – and to a visible win-win situation.

Mars is convinced that quick and transparent communication is an important aspect in this partnership. Specifically, this means being able to connect with anyone at any level at any time without any type of divisive hierarchy-related privileges. Moreover, all associates are continuously updated about relevant business transactions, either through the Intranet or via associate briefings where the business management shares information about the business shape, current projects and answers questions.

Integration as a Foundation

For a family corporation that operates globally such as Mars, integration is not simply a program, but the foundation of the business: Mars products are manufactured in 65 countries and consumed in more than 100 countries. The associates working at Mars Deutschland originate from over 30 nations; international careers or work assignments abroad are frequently the rule, especially in management. This natural integration of associates from various cultures, with versatile backgrounds and a range of qualifications – practiced every day – is one of the most important prerequisites for the success of Mars as an international company in Germany.

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