Royal Canin
EU Deploy Lead H/F/X
Aimargues, Francia
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 EU Deploy Lead H/F/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
EU Deploy Lead H/F/X
Location: Aimargues
Segment: Royal Canin
The role of the EU R&D Deploy Senior Manager Is to manage and prioritise all R&D activities (except Q&FS) in the EU region. Working In close collaboration with the regional and the global teams, this role will be responsible of deploying all products (Inno, reno and must dos), managing the prioritization and the execution of R&D and Quest activities in the region, managing R&D CVS activities in the region
The EU R&D Deploy Senior Manager will monitor the product performance and conformance Inthe region and will propose and contribute to prioritise global R&D projects.
What are we looking for?
- Minimum Master’s degree in a scientific, food, or technical subject.
- 5–10 years of relevant professional experience in R&D or Quality.
- At least 3–5 years of line management experience.
- Strong strategic agility, with the ability to adapt and drive change in dynamic environments.
What will be your key responsibilities?
Lead the R&D activities in the region:
- Product deployment
- Being responsible of delivering Quest project OTIF
- Influencing deployment plan according to available resources and Demand needs
- Being accountable of adherence to process
Equipment/line validation
- Being responsible of delivering the R&D part of the CVS process
- Aligning R&D support with Regional stakeholder
- Being responsible of the product validation part
Contribute to product performance
- Monitor product performance and specification conformance within the region
- Defining action plan to Improve product performance
- Allocating resources and prioritize activities related to product performance
- Escalating specific regional needs to global teams
Line manager responsibilities:
- Being responsible of hiring, onboarding, training and assessing the performance of his/her team.
- Being responsible of the engagement and of the development of his/her team.
- Contributing to define R&D activities and priorities for the different regions.
- Contributing to shape the Deploy Sub function and strategy.
What can you expect from Mars?
- Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
- Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
- A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
- An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.