Mars is one of the largest consumer goods manufacturers in the world. At its site in Bruck an der Leitha, Mars produces the well-known pet food brand Royal Canin®. More than 350 employees are committed to healthy and customized nutrition every day to optimally support the health of dogs and cats. Would you like to take on responsibility and work in an international environment whose products inspire people and animals all over the world? Then Mars is the right place for you!

Strengthen our Site Leadership Team at the Royal Canin plant in Bruck an der Leitha (30 min drive from Vienna) as Site R&D / Quality & Food Safety Manager. In this position, you will be at the forefront of our local R&D operations, leading innovation, and championing quality and food safety initiatives. You will manage and inspire our dedicated R&D team and play a crucial role in the local site leadership team, contributing far beyond the traditional functional scope.

What we are looking for:

Master’s degree in biological, biochemical, food science, or a related field
A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, showcasing strong leadership skills and a proven track record in team and individual development, as well as functional competences, preferably within Petcare
Fluent English and with at least basic German skills

What will be your key responsibilities?

Lead and coach the local site R&D team
Ensure site awareness and compliance with global quality and food safety standards
Act as the primary interface into the Royal Canin organization for R&D related topics
Lead continuous improvement of consumer-relevant product quality at the site
Oversee the smooth and standardized operation of production technologies at the site
Define and implement standard operating procedures and enhance process capabilities
Ensure standards are met and address gaps promptly and effectively
Work with fellow leadership team members to cultivate a strong quality culture

What can you expect from Mars?

Work with over 130,000 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
A gross annual base salary starting at EUR 73.800 (full-time) plus company bonus, we are willing to pay more based on your experience and background
An attractive benefits package including company pension plan
Enjoy our staff restaurant on site that is offering a diverse range of healthy food
Use flexible/hybrid working time models and bring your dog to work
Free parking at the office

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

About Mars:

Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5™, SKITTLES®, BEN’S ORIGINAL® and COCOAVIA®. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals™, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA™ and Pet Partners™. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.

Note to Search Firms/Agencies:

Mars, Incorporated and its subsidiaries and affiliates (Mars) do not compensate search firms for unsolicited assistance unless they have a written search agreement with Mars and the requisition is position-specific. Any resumes, curriculum vitae, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a written search agreement or position-specific requisition submitted to any Associate of Mars will be deemed the sole property of Mars and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Mars.

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