Health Affairs Scientific Affairs Lead

Job Summary

• To advance Royal Canins purpose of A Better World for Pets we are building a forward-looking Corporate Affairs function that bridges science education and industry influence. This role is pivotal in shaping and leading our ecosystem influence strategy driving engagement with key opinion leaders industry associations and academic institutions to strengthen Royal Canins thought leadership and translate professional credibility into business value.
• This role will lead RC China KOL engagement and development strategy manage national KOL and professional association relationships and expand and deepen strategic partnerships with top Universities. Lead high-impact professional eventsensuring our corporate reputation and influence support sustainable business growth.

What are we looking for

• Bachelors degree in marketing Business Communications or related area.
• 10 years of experience in industrial marketing B2B strategic partnerships or experience related to ecosystem developmentpreferably in healthcare pharmaceutical veterinary or B2B sectors.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in people leadership with a demonstrated ability to manage coach and develop high-performing teams.
• Proven tracked record in designing and executing stakeholder engagement strategies managing high-level partnerships and leading complex projects.
• Strong business acumen and ability to translate market insights into actionable education and influence strategies.
• Excellent communication negotiation and relationship-building skills; fluent in English and Mandarin.
• Experience in a multinational matrix organization is highly desirable.

What will be your key responsibilities

Eco-system Thought Leadership

• Develop and deploy KOL management strategy including engagement strategy relationship building and build professional CRM to enhance Royal Canins professional network and scientific credibility.
• Lead collaboration with industrial and academic associations form and manage nutrition expert committees and drive clinical trial partnerships.
• Plan and oversee national professional events (e.g. RC Vet Summit WESAVC BJSAVC) to elevate Royal Canins thought leadership and industry presence.
• Design and Manage University programs such as Dandelion and NGKOL to nurture future KOL and strengthen academic partnerships.
• Map internal and external ecosystem education resources; build connections and leverage those resources to build professional influence.
• Support regulatory affairs in pet nutrition standard-setting and facilitate ecosystem collaboration with Mars Veterinary Health and other internal partners.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of education and engagement initiatives ensuring alignment with business objectives and market needs.

Team Management & Talent Development

• Build an effective and engaging Ecosystem Education team setting clear goals priorities and performance expectations.
• Coach and develop team members to expand their expertise in stakeholder management project leadership and strategic partnership development.
• Foster a culture of collaboration inclusion and high engagement within the team and across functions.
• Identify talent needs support succession planning and contribute to building a sustainable pipeline of Corporate Affairs capabilities.

What can you expect from Mars

• Work with diverse and talented Associates all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose-driven company where were 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 a company bonus.