Royal Canin
Material Development Manager
Tianjin, Chine
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 Material Development Manager 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
The Material Development Manager is responsible for RoyalCanin and Pet nutrition specification harmonization, the objective is to extend Royal Canin approved raw materials to be used in Pet Nutrition product produced in TJN site, This role involves driving these ingredients assessment through specification comparison, follow the assessment process to ensure they are properly assessed for any risks to animal well-being, product quality, and food safety. Additionally, the Material Development Manager will update ingredient specifications, which includes identifying the key attributes to be included in that specification.
Key Responsibilities
1. Specification Harmonization
Conduct a comprehensive gap analysis of raw material specifications and testing methods between the two factories.
Develop and implement a unified, company-wide raw material technical standard framework, aligned with global industry benchmarks, regulatory requirements, and business needs.
Collaborate with R&D, Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA), Production, and PPI to validate, refine, and roll out integrated specification
Write the specification which include the key attributes into it
2. Technical Alignment & Compliance
Ensure all integrated specification comply with relevant national/international regulations (e.g., GB, ISO) and internal quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, HACCP, GMP).
Resolve technical discrepancies between the two facilities, balancing operational feasibility, cost efficiency, and product quality.
Capable of new/updated material risk assessment if needed
3. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
Partners with QFS, supply chain, deploy team and R&D to gather requirements, align priorities, and drive standardization initiatives.
Lead training sessions and workshops for cross-functional teams to ensure understanding and adherence to the new unified specification if necessary
4. Continuous Improvement & Performance Monitoring
Establish KPIs to track the effectiveness of integrated specification (e.g., material consistency, quality deviation reduction, supply chain efficiency).
Conduct regular audits and reviews of standard implementation, identifying opportunities for optimization and continuous improvement.
Context and Scope
The Material Development Manager as a key interface between the SQA team, suppliers, and various internal stakeholders, such as R&D, Sourcing & Operation, Q&FS, Manufacturing, and Regulatory Affairs. The role requires a balance of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and effective communication and stakeholder management to leverage the knowledge to speed up the process and bring the efficiency
Education & Professional Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Nutrition, Food Science, Food Technology or equivalent. Advance degree preferred.
Knowledge / Experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in R&D, NPD, SQA etc
Knowledge in functionality of raw materials with cross category experience.
Track record in leadership & delivery of complex technical projects/programs
Actively builds collaborative and effective relationships with partners across the business.
Ability to manage pressure in demanding situations.
Experience in people leadership including coaching and supporting the development of individuals and teams.
Excellent communication skills, written and oral