Mara Stelzer
About Mara Stelzer
Mara Stelzer is the Director of the Global Shared Services Center for Continuous Improvement at General Mills, with over 20 years of experience in various financial and managerial roles within the company.
Current Role at General Mills
Mara Stelzer currently serves as the Director of the Global Shared Services Center for Continuous Improvement at General Mills. In this role, she leads various initiatives aimed at optimizing processes and driving efficiency across the company's global operations.
Previous Positions at General Mills
Before her current role, Mara Stelzer held numerous positions at General Mills. She served as Sr. Manager for Global Shared Services Strategic Initiatives from 2019 to 2021 and as Finance Manager, Global Process Owner - Procure to Pay from 2016 to 2019. She also played a pivotal role as Senior Financial Analyst in various capacities, including reporting and business performance management for the Supply Chain. Earlier in her career, she managed customer financial analysis for high-profile clients like Target and wholesale clubs.
Educational Background
Mara Stelzer studied at the University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management, where she earned her Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Finance. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics and Pre-Med from the College of St. Benedict. Her educational background has equipped her with a robust foundation in finance and analytical skills.
Extensive Experience in Financial Analysis
With over 20 years of experience at General Mills, Mara Stelzer has developed extensive expertise in financial analysis and business performance management. She has contributed to various divisions, including Supply Chain, Cereal, Convenience & Foodservice, and Snacks. Her roles have consistently involved financial planning, analysis, and decision support.
Career Beginnings and Development
Mara Stelzer began her career at General Mills as a Sales Customer Service Operations Specialist supporting Albertsons/Pacific and SuperValu. She then progressed through multiple financial analyst roles, focusing on different products and divisions within the company. Her journey at General Mills has seen her take on increasing responsibility and leadership, culminating in her current directorial position.