Graphic Designer

Mars: Where your Tomorrow Starts Today!  

Mars is a family-owned business that has been making products for people and their pets for more than 100 years. We’re behind some of the best loved brands in the world including MARS®, SNICKERS®, EXTRA®, ECLIPSE®, PEDIGREE®, WHISKAS®, DOLMIO®, BEN’S ORIGINAL ® MASTERFOODS ® and ROYAL CANIN® ORIJEN® ACANA® we are dedicated to making a positive impact on people and the planet.   

Join us in building a sustainable future where people, communities, and the planet can truly thrive.  

About the role: This role will be working for our Mars NZ Mulitsales segment

Role Title:  Graphic Designer 

Location: Auckland, NZ   

Hours: Full-time

Reporting to: Marketing, Strategy and Deployment Lead – Snacking/Pet Nutrition

About the role:

Are you a creative powerhouse who thrives on variety and autonomy? We are seeking a talented and independent Graphic Designer to join our New Zealand team in a unique, stand-alone role. As the sole designer for our Multisales business, you will be the creative heart supporting our iconic Snacking and Petcare brands, as well as our Corporate Affairs team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take full creative ownership, juggle multiple exciting projects, and see your work come to life across diverse platforms.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the development and execution of content strategies, from initial concept and brainstorming to final production.
• Design and produce a high volume of engaging content for a variety of print and digital platforms, including static imagery, social media assets, e-commerce content, and marketing collateral.
• Maintain and champion our brands' visual identities, ensuring consistency and excellence across all materials.
• Collaborate closely with brand teams, marketing specialists, and other stakeholders to translate campaign briefs into compelling visual content.
• Manage your projects from end-to-end, ensuring the seamless and timely delivery of content, including managing feedback and approval processes.
• Flex your creative muscles by supporting ad hoc requests from across the business.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven Graphic Design experience, ideally from an agency, freelance, or in-house production environment within FMCG/Retail.
• The ability to thrive in a stand-alone role; you are an independent, resilient, and proactive self-starter.
• Expertise in juggling multiple brands and projects simultaneously, with exceptional project management skills.
• Required Technical Skills: Proficiency in image production/editing tools (e.g., Photoshop), strong copywriting skills, and video editing experience (e.g., Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro).
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management and the ability to collaborate effectively with non-design colleagues.
• A portfolio showcasing your creative concepts, art direction, and design skills across both print and digital media.
• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification is required.

What’s in It for You?

• The creative freedom and autonomy that comes with a stand-alone design role.
• The opportunity to work across a variety of globally recognized and loved brands.
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive team within a leading global company.

Why you’ll love working for Mars:

• Purpose: Help craft beloved brands with a legacy of over 100 years of local manufacturing making products that people and pets will love all while helping to build a more sustainable future.
• People: A culture that values your contributions, fosters leadership, and recognises the impact you make. Your work truly matters here.
• Development: Shape your career with personalised development and real opportunities to grow from day one.
• Enjoy a team and business environment that is invested in helping you manage and grow your energy for work and life.