Global formula Portfolio Coordinator (M/F/X)

Mars Corporate; Aimargues; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A global leader in pet nutrition is seeking a Global Formula Portfolio Coordinator to manage the formula portfolio for a standard size factory. This role requires 10+ years in technical R&D, focusing on innovation and nutritional consistency. The coordinator will work closely with R&D and factory teams ensuring optimal product formulations while complying with regulatory standards. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, along with a degree in a relevant scientific field and proficiency in English.

Prestations

Work with diverse and talented associates

Best-in-class learning and development support

Purpose-driven company

Qualifications

• 10+ years in a technical R&D position, preferably in pet food industry.
• Ability to work in global structures and influence various interfaces.

Responsabilités

• Conduct feasibility assessments for new recipes.
• Define optimum formulas based on local constraints.
• Collaborate with R&D associates and factory teams.
• Oversee raw material sampling and planning.

Connaissances

Technical R&D experience

Nutrition knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Agility to influence

Fluent in English

Formation

Degree in food/feed/nutrition/chemistry or veterinarian

Description du poste

Job Description

Global Formula Portfolio Coordinator (M/F/X)

at Royal Canin

Location: Aimargues, France

Royal Canin’s centralized formulation model enables the delivery of unique nutritional profiles for pets worldwide, combining global product portfolios with locally available raw materials. As a Global Formula Portfolio Coordinator, you will be accountable for the formula portfolio of one standard size factory (~100 formulas) and drive the deployment of global formulas for innovation in every market, ensuring nutritional consistency and continuous improvement. You will act as the link between R&D and Value Chain Operation (Supply & Commercial), collaborating daily with R&D associates and factory teams to ensure the highest standards in science, process, and nutrition.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Conduct feasibility assessments for new recipes and support deployment to Global Design teams.
• Define and deploy optimum formulas based on local raw materials, factory and regulatory constraints, and product specifications.
• Correct pet product performance out-of-target results and deliver reference formulas for legal text creation.
• Support new raw material and supplier development processes, including material risk assessment.
• Identify and build the ideal raw material portfolio for new recipes and ensure usage aligns with requirements.
• Deliver forecasts on cost and volumes to commercial teams and support roadmap development.
• Oversee raw material sampling and plan definition.
• Show case the impact of raw material non-conformance on finished products.
• Collaborate with Raw Material Scientists and QA to guarantee nutritional matrix and support investigations.
• Perform risk assessments for raw material shortages or deviations and propose reformulations to ensure business continuity.
• Ensure formula consistency and nutritional philosophy within the plant.
• Optimize the portfolio for cost and greenhouse gas equivalent (GHG), ensuring compliance with nutritional constraints and regulatory requirements.
• Co-construct and execute roadmaps with commercial partners to reduce costs and emissions and prioritize opportunities for the business.
• Train factory teams on scientific principles and innovations.
• Collaborate with other formulators and Raw Material Scientists globally.
• Supervise corrective actions on raw materials and verify formulas for all factories.
• Lead global formulation projects and contribute to internal knowledge management by sharing insights and integrating new practices.

What are we looking for?

• Graduated as scientist in food/feed/nutrition/chemistry or veterinarian specializing in nutrition.
• 10 +years in a technical R&D position (Formulator, Product Design, Nutritionist).
• Ability to work in global structures; high learning agility (people, results, mental).
• Agility to work and influence interfaces (commercial, supply, manufacturing, R&D, Marketing).
• High interpersonal skills.
• Experience in feed or pet food company is a strong advantage.
• Fluent English must have.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Contract of employment.
• 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.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

Apply now and upload you profile in English.