Royal Canin
Global Senior Scientific Communications manager - Functional Complements (f/m/x)
Aimargues, France
Everything we do is driven by our passion for pets. Across every role and every location around the world, our teams are united by a shared purpose: creating A Better World For Pets. As a truly pet-centric company, we put pets at the heart of everything—from the products we create to the care and expertise we bring to our work. Whether you’re in R&D, manufacturing, customer care, or any of the corporate functions, your contributions make a direct impact on the health of pets everywhere. We’re also deeply committed to the growth and development of our associates, offering opportunities to learn, innovate, and make a difference every day.
- Job Type: varies
- Level: mid-level
- Travel: varies
- Average Salary: $63K-$96K
Success Profile
What makes a successful Global Senior Scientific Communications manager - Functional Complements (f/m/x) at Royal Canin? We look for the right mix of the following traits when speaking with you.
- Analytical
- Curious
- Efficient
- Responsible
- Results-driven
- Team player
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Purpose
Connect your passion for pets to the purpose: A Better World For Pets
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Health & Wellbeing
A comprehensive focus on your individual health & wellbeing
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Inclusion
A place where you can belong and be yourself
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Career development
Professional learning offerings, annual personal development plans, Mars University
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Attractive total rewards
Your financial wellbeing through a competitve salary and bonus plan
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Focus on sustainability
We invest in you so you can make a better world
What I love most about Royal Canin is how pet-centric we are—everything we do revolves around improving the lives of pets. It’s not just about creating high-quality products; it’s about living our purpose every day. At the same time, Royal Canin invests in us as associates, helping us grow, develop our skills, and find real meaning in our work. It’s inspiring to be part of a global team that prioritizes both pet health and personal development.
Christina Sermak-Frankowski People & Organization Director, Learning & Culture
Segment : Royal Canin
Type of contract : Permanent (CDI)
Location : Aimargues near Montpellier, France
As a Global Senior Scientific Communications manager - Functional Complements, you will play a pivotal role in establishing Royal Canin as a credible, science‑driven leader in Supplements and Treats. You will design and lead the global scientific communications strategy, build trust with key internal stakeholders, and strengthen Royal Canin’s reputation externally-unlocking veterinary recommendation, which is critical to success in this growing category. This role sits at the intersection of science, communication, innovation, and influence, and offers a rare opportunity to build long‑term capabilities from the ground up.
What will be your key responsibilities?
Build and lead the global scientific communications strategy for Functional Complements, including KOL strategy and scientific forums participation
Create a clear, compelling scientific narrative for Supplements and Treats as part of holistic nutritional programs
Develop and oversee global scientific content for internal and external use, coordinating internal teams and external agencies
Partner cross‑functionally with Portfolio, Activation, Marketing, R&D, and Communications teams to deliver aligned launches
Support Regions and Markets in executing scientific communication and KOL strategies
Contribute to science‑based positions, advisory boards, and post‑launch clinical cases to build thought leadership
Act as a scientific spokesperson and trusted expert for internal and external stakeholders
Manage scientific communications projects, budget contribution, and ways of working for the category
What profile we are looking for:
Science degree in veterinary science, nutrition, food science, or biological sciences (highly desirable)
3–5 years’ experience in scientific communication, medical/technical education, or science‑based marketing
Proven ability to translate complex scientific topics into impactful communications
Experience influencing professionals, KOLs, or scientific communities
Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple fast‑paced initiatives
Comfortable building processes and frameworks from scratch in new business areas
Excellent stakeholder management and ability to influence without formal authority
Proactive, collaborative, detail‑oriented, and driven to deliver results
What can you expect from Mars?
You will work in a multicultural environment (more than 40 nationalities) and where your dog will be welcomed by more than 100 other Associates’ dogs at the office!
You will work in a unique campus, which gathers more than 800 Associates working for: the international HQ, the French subsidiary, two laboratories, a kennel and a cattery with more than 200 cats & dogs, and finally the most important factory of the Royal Canin group
Since 2015, no waste to landfill is made by the 16 Royal Canin factories in the world
All Royal Canin products manufactured in Europe are ISO 14001 certified from design to factory gate