Is Mars a good company to work for?

Mars has an overall rating of 4.3 out of 5, based on over 6,816 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months. 87% of employees would recommend working at Mars to a friend and 77% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Mars have been left by employees working as Sales Analyst , Intern and Manager .

Does Mars pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Mars employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Mars. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Mars?

87% of Mars employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Mars 4.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.3 for culture and values and 4.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Mars?

Territory Sales Manager (73) , Intern (72) , Manager (63) , Estagiário (62) , Machine Operator (60) , Project Manager (56) , Brand Manager (51) , Analyst (47) , chef de secteur GMS (40) , Sales (38) , Analista (37) , Senior Manager (36) , Sales Representative (35) , Internship (34) , Category Manager (33)

What are the pros of working at Mars according to real employee reviews?

"Mars has a great culture that embraces a high level of responsibility and freedom for their associates." ((in 509 reviews)); "And the benefits are great!" ((in 422 reviews)); "Great people and diversity" ((in 352 reviews)); "Work life balance is good" ((in 234 reviews)); "Good pay and benifits." ((in 194 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Mars according to real employee reviews?

"Mars principles could not prevent some very bad managers from deliberately damaging talented associates' careers." ((in 73 reviews)); "Poor management and leadership that drives the real talent away." ((in 64 reviews)); "Long hours and lots of weekends." ((in 51 reviews)); "Upper management is arrogant, political, and disrespectful." ((in 34 reviews)); "There is much favoritism and raises/promotions are based on that." ((in 22 reviews))

What are employees saying about Mars layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Mars layoffs and their outlook for job security at Mars in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Mars locations?

Chicago , Hackettstown , Franklin , Newark , Nashville , New York , Waco , Los Angeles , Fort Smith , Cleveland , Topeka , McLean , Chattanooga , Yorkville , Columbus , Flowery Branch , Albany , Burr Ridge , Mount Olive , Greenville , Mattoon , Mc Lean , Kansas City , Atlanta , Saint Louis , Elizabethtown , Houston , West Chester , Germantown , Brentwood

Mars reviews

4.3

87% would recommend to a friend

(845 total reviews)

Poul Weihrauch

91% approve of CEO

77% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.3

Culture & values

4.3

Diversity & inclusion

4.2

Compensation and benefits

4.1

Work/Life balance

4.0

Career opportunities

3.9

Senior management

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4.0

Jan 28, 2026

Private Company, Great family Concept

Senior r&d manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great associate engagement, good people and family feel.

Cons

A series of ineffective leadership changes negatively impacted the culture and resulted in a lack of clear strategy and forward direction. Ongoing mismanagement led to the departure of several key contributors. The organization is now in a recovery phase following leadership changes, with expectations for a faster turnaround.

1.0

Jan 23, 2026

Polished Brand, Dysfunctional Reality

It manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Strong brand recognition. Well known name on a resume. Pay and benefits are generally in line with large corporations. This may be a suitable environment for those who prioritize brand name over clarity, fairness, and consistency. Others should proceed with caution.

Cons

Day-to-day operations do not align with the company’s external image. Leadership quality is uneven, and accountability at senior levels is inconsistent. Decisions are frequently made without transparency, with shifting direction and unclear ownership creating ongoing instability for teams. Open communication is limited. Raising concerns or asking for clarity can result in loss of visibility, exclusion from decision-making, or reassignment rather than constructive resolution. Performance management is subjective and inconsistently applied, making expectations unclear and long-term success unpredictable. While values, inclusion, and well-being are heavily emphasized in messaging, they are not consistently reflected in practice. Psychological safety is limited, particularly during periods of change or for those who do not fully align with leadership preferences.

Mars Response

6mo

Thank you for taking the time to write your review. We’re sorry to hear your experience with us has not been positive. We aim to support our Associates in every way throughout their time with us and are committed to their wellbeing and development. Please reach out to the independent, confidential team at ombudsman@effem.com, and we look forward to discussing this further.

5.0

Jan 21, 2026

Amazing company!

Content specialist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- High autonomy and trust in how you manage and deliver your work - Remote work setup (may vary depending on the role and team) - Meaningful work, especially if you’re a pet lover—you get to support pet owners and their pets at the heart of what you do - Supportive and collaborative colleagues who are willing to help when needed - Strong brand and purpose-driven culture that makes the work feel impactful - Good learning exposure across different projects, stakeholders, and markets - Great company culture and benefits

Cons

None that I can think of at the moment

Mars Response

6mo

We’re delighted to hear you had a positive experience with us and thank you for sharing your review. We’re deeply committed to the wellbeing and development of our Associates and know how important it is to feel supported at work and throughout your career. Please feel free to get in touch with your People and Organization team if you’d like to share any more feedback or recommendations.

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