Not a company that values technical leaders - Category Leadership Manager Mars Employee Review

2.0
Dec 26, 2012
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Open environment. No offices. Allows to bring your dog to work everyday. Casual dress code.

Cons

Very political. Technical decisions made by non-technical associates. Food microbiologists are not valued or heard. Responses to emails or requests is dependent on person's title (upper management don't reply to lower level associates). Upper management is arrogant, political, and disrespectful. HR and managers don't take actions when needed, even when associates are harassing others. Company allows some associates to be complainers and abuse the system. Horrible upper management and HR (P&O) associates who aren't trained on how to lead.

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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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