Mars of today vs yesterday - Anonymous employee Mars Employee Review

3.0
Sep 15, 2015
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

open office culture, freedom and flexibility to get stuff done, great for folks who build an informal network, pets at work, fair compensation and benefits - middle of the road. Fun to talk about pets and petfood, people are interested in what you do

Cons

numerous acquisitions in the recent years has diluted the culture a bit and allowed in a few low-performers through the cracks. The size is getting a bit cumbersome and it hurts some of the agility there was previously when the business was smaller

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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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