Mars named Helio Fujita as Global Vice President of People and Organization for its pet health, nutrition and services business. Fujita will officially join the company in July and will report directly to Loïc Moutault, president of Mars Petcare.
Fujita will oversee human resources operations across Mars' Petcare segment, which includes a range of businesses in veterinary health, pet nutrition, diagnostics and technology. The segment generates more than $30 billion in annual revenue.
"His combination of deep experience across HR and commercial strategy coupled with his proven track record in building organizational capabilities to drive business growth will be incredible assets to our team," said Moutault regarding Fujita.
Fujita brings more than 25 years of experience in human resources leadership across industries such as healthcare, pharmaceuticals and automotive. His career spans roles at several organizations, most recently at Fresenius Kabi, a global healthcare company specializing in lifesaving medicines and technologies. He has also held senior leadership positions across other healthcare companies including Abbott, Novartis and Sandoz gaining experience in Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, as well as Europe.
"The Mars Petcare business is one that I have admired, their transformation over the last decade has been hugely impressive and Mars is an organization known for its special company culture and principles," said Fujita
According to Petfood Industry's Top Pet Food Companies, Mars Petcare offers nearly 50 pet food brands that include five, billion-dollar brands. The company is increasingly looking to diversify its revenue streams. Mars Petcare also owns the BluePearl chain of emergency and specialty veterinary care clinics Banfield and VCA animal hospitals.
Adapted from a press release.
