Job Description:
Royal Canin, a global leader in Pet health nutrition, is seeking an exceptional Regional Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead the digital strategy and transformation agenda for our Rapid Growth Markets (RGM) region. This senior leadership role will be at the forefront of shaping the future of our business, leveraging technological innovation, AI and automation to deliver exceptional customer experiences and business performance.
This role will be a key member of Royal Canin Global Digital Technologies Leadership Team and Royal Canin RGM Leadership team and will partner with them closely to enable a high-impact technology roadmap aligned with Royal Canin's ambition and business strategy.
What are we looking for?
- 15+ years of progressive Digital/IT experience with 5+ years of proven Senior leadership experience in a CIO, CTO, or equivalent role, ideally in a multi-billion dollar Global organization
- Track record of delivering digital transformation at scale, including advanced analytics, AI, and automation initiatives
- Deep understanding of digital commerce, marketing technologies, ERP ecosystems, and supply chain digitalization
- Strong business acumen with the ability to link technology investments directly to organizational performance and customer value
- Experience managing large, diverse teams across multiple geographies
- Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills at C-suite level
- Fluent in English; French and other European languages are an advantage
What will be your key responsibilities?
1. Digital Strategy & Transformation Leadership
- Lead the formulation and execution of the Royal Canin RGM Digital Strategy in alignment with global priorities and regional business goals.
- Drive end-to-end transformation programs, ensuring adoption of cutting-edge digital capabilities across functions and business units.
- Champion the AI and automation agenda, identifying opportunities to improve agility, efficiency, and decision-making.
2. Technology Vision & Roadmap Execution
- Define and oversee the multi-year IT and digital roadmap for the region, ensuring scalability, security, and innovation.
- Bring Royal Canin IT strategy to life and oversee execution of roadmaps in the region through collaboration with business units, Global IT and Delivery teams.
- Ensure technology investments deliver measurable ROI through robust governance and performance tracking.
3. Stakeholder Engagement & Change Leadership
- Act as a strategic copilot and trusted advisor to the RGM Leadership Team, influencing strategic decisions through technology insights.
- Foster a culture of collaboration between IT, business units, and Royal Canin’s global digital community.
- Lead change management efforts to drive adoption of new technologies and ways of working across the region.
4. Operational Excellence & Governance
- Build and lead a high-performing RGM IT leadership team, enabling them to deliver outstanding service through digital capabilities and innovation.
- Ensure compliance with data privacy, cybersecurity, and Responsible AI standards.
- Optimize IT operations, vendor partnerships, and delivery models for maximum efficiency and agility through collaboration with Global Service teams.
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.
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Healthcare Strength — The benefits package is positioned as comprehensive, with broad medical coverage and additional protections like life insurance and short- and long-term disability. Mental health support is emphasized, including free mental health services and wellbeing programming under initiatives such as Mars Be Well.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is highlighted as market-leading in the U.S., with an example of 18 weeks fully paid for both parents. Additional family-related leave types such as sick time for caregiving and bereavement leave are also described as part of the overall package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are described as strong, including 401(k) matching (with a 6% match cited) and pension plans in some cases. The broader package also references retirement savings options and contributions aligned to local market practice, supporting long-term financial security.
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