Royal Canin
Global Senior Scientific Communications manager - Functional Complements (f/m/x)
Aimargues, France
Tout ce que nous faisons est guidé par notre passion pour les animaux. À travers chaque rôle et chaque site dans le monde, nos équipes sont unies par une mission commune : créer un Monde Meilleur pour les Animaux. En tant qu’entreprise véritablement centrée sur les animaux, nous plaçons les animaux au cœur de tout—des produits que nous développons aux soins et à l’expertise que nous apportons à notre travail. Que vous soyez en R&D, en production, au service client ou dans l’une de nos fonctions corporate, vos contributions ont un impact direct sur la santé des animaux partout dans le monde. Nous sommes également profondément engagés envers la croissance et le développement de nos collaborateurs, offrant des opportunités d'apprendre, d'innover et de faire la différence chaque jour.
- 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
Ce que j’aime le plus chez Royal Canin, c’est à quel point nous sommes centrés sur les animaux—tout ce que nous faisons tourne autour de l’amélioration de la vie des animaux. Il ne s’agit pas seulement de créer des produits de haute qualité, mais de vivre notre mission au quotidien. En même temps, Royal Canin investit en nous, les collaborateurs, en nous aidant à grandir, à développer nos compétences et à donner un véritable sens à notre travail. C’est inspirant de faire partie d’une équipe mondiale qui met la santé des animaux et le développement personnel au cœur de ses priorités.
Christina Sermak-Frankowski Directrice People & Organization, 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