Confused Leadership and burned out employees - Senior Manager/Director Mars Employee Review

2.0
Dec 24, 2012
Recommend
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Pros

Pay continues to be above the 50% percentile. International exposure and experience. Good people in most of the positions except leadership.

Cons

A confused leadership. Blame oriented, Engagement is only a number to achieve but not truly practiced. If you are 50 or more they work hard on getting you out of the organization. Work life balance is only a principle on paper try practicing and we will fire you. Highly political environment.

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5.0
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Pros

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Cons

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4.0
Jun 17, 2026
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Pros

Great people who believe in a common mission. Strong leadership and support.

Cons

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