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Royal Canin RCA Petcenter Manager F/M/X in N\u00EEmes, France
Job Description:
Location: Aimargues (30 min from Montpellier)
Type of Contract: Permanent (CDI) Onsite and Fulltime.
Entity: Royal Canin
Are you looking for the perfect opportunity to bridge your scientific expertise with people leadership in a global, science-driven organization? The RCA Pet Center is a vital engine of Royal Canin’s global R&D ecosystem. We don't just run trials; we generate the foundational data and nutritional insights that define the future of pet health. As we modernize our infrastructure and digital capabilities, the Pet Center Manager will lead a high-performing team to bridge the gap between scientific ambition and operational excellence.
The Pet Center Manager is responsible for the overall performance of the facility, leading a highly motivated Unit Operations team of approximately 40 associates . You will be accountable for strategic operational delivery, ensuring all work is completed safely, ethically, and in alignment with Mars Standards, while pioneering new ways of working in a rapidly evolving research landscape.
What are we looking for?
Leadership Excellence: Proven experience in people management with the ability to inspire a diverse operational team.
Operational Background: Experience in complex environments such as pet centers, laboratories, or high-tech manufacturing.
Scientific & Technical Literacy: A solid understanding of animal testing methodologies and the ability to oversee complex research protocols.
Project Management: Experience managing large-scale capital projects or facility modernizations (e.g., HVAC upgrades or technical center moves).
Communication: Native or Fluent French is essential for local authority interactions, with strong English for global collaboration within Mars Petcare.
Managerial Courage: The ability to challenge existing governance to foster a "test and learn" culture.
What will be your key responsibilities?
Strategic Roadmap Execution : Define and lead the site’s evolution, aligning local operations with the broader R&D Facilities strategy and global innovation goals.
Agile Governance & Utilization: Optimize facility capacity by balancing long-term research with short-term "innovation experiments," small rapid studies, and startup collaborations.
Digital Transformation: Act as a key stakeholder in the shaping and deployment of digitalization initiatives towards operational efficiency, building system of a robust data backbone to link nutrition with health outcomes via AI and data.
Operational Excellence: Ensure the delivery of high-quality animal trial results and product prototypes while meeting safety, environmental, and budget targets.
Animal Welfare & Compliance: Serve as the primary liaison for French authorities, ensuring our site remains a gold standard for animal welfare and regulatory compliance.
Cross-Site Collaboration : Lead knowledge-exchange initiatives within Mars Ecosystem, global internal and external partners and Pet Centers to share best practices in governance and operational management and excellence.
Visitor Experience: Host over 4,000 annual visitors, showcasing our state-of-the-art campus and commitment to science-based nutrition.
What can you expect from Mars?
Global Impact: Work at the heart of Royal Canin's international HQ, a unique campus housing 800+ associates, two laboratories, and our flagship factory.
Innovation Culture: Join a team that is actively moving toward "Second Brain" AI integration and cutting-edge longitudinal research.
Career Growth: Access world-class development through Mars University and opportunities for cross-functional moves within the global Mars Petcare ecosystem.
Purpose-Driven Work: Every day, you will contribute to our mission: A Better World for Pets .
Competitive Package: Industry-leading salary, benefits, and company bonus.
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