Mars Appoints Helio Fujita as Global VP for Petcare People & Organization

Mars Welcomes Helio Fujita as Global Vice President for Petcare's People & Organization

On April 10, 2025, Mars Incorporated revealed the exciting appointment of Helio Fujita as the new Global People & Organization Vice President for their Petcare division, set to begin this July. With a remarkable career spanning over 25 years, Fujita has established himself as a distinguished leader in human resources across various industries, including healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and automotive.

Fujita will take a pivotal role in overseeing the people organization functions for the impressive $30 billion Mars Petcare unit—indicative of Mars’s commitment to enhancing its workforce in alignment with its ambition of providing exceptional services in pet health and nutrition. He will report directly to Loïc Moutault, President of Mars Petcare, who expressed his enthusiasm for this new addition to their leadership team.

Loïc Moutault stated, "We are thrilled to welcome Helio to Mars. His deep experience in HR, combined with his strong commercial strategy background and proven ability to enhance organizational capabilities, will be tremendous assets for our team. We believe he will make a significant impact on our business, our employees, and our greater purpose of creating a BETTER WORLD FOR PETS."

Fujita’s Career Journey

Before joining Mars, Helio Fujita held significant positions in prominent global organizations, most notably at Fresenius Kabi, a renowned healthcare company specializing in lifesaving medicines and technologies. His impressive portfolio includes senior leadership roles at other key players in the healthcare sector, such as Abbott, Novartis, and Sandoz. Over his career, Fujita has gained diverse experience across Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, as well as Europe, positioning him uniquely to contribute to Mars’s extensive international operations.

On joining the Mars team, Fujita expressed his admiration for the company, emphasizing, "The transformation that Mars Petcare has undergone over the past decade is truly impressive, and its commitment to fostering a company culture defined by its core principles excites me greatly. I am eager to contribute to this outstanding organization."

Mars Petcare’s Vision and Mission

Mars Petcare operates under the ambitious vision of making the world a better place for pets. Its comprehensive portfolio includes leading veterinary care services through brands like AniCura, BANFIELD™, BLUEPEARL™, Linnaeus, and VCA™, alongside nutritional offerings such as PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, and WHISKAS®. Additionally, the division leverages breakthroughs in veterinary diagnostics and wearable health technology to provide superior care for pets worldwide, affirming its status as a global leader in pet care.

With a workforce of over 100,000 associates, Mars Petcare operates across more than 130 countries, relentlessly committed to the well-being of pets, their owners, and pet professionals alike. Their motto, “A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS”, underlines their dedication to ensuring that pets are not only healthy but also happy and welcomed in society.

Looking Forward

As Helio Fujita steps into his new role at Mars, the company is positioned to further enhance its organizational strategy and HR capabilities, ensuring continued growth and success for Mars Petcare’s ambitious goals. With his extensive background and leadership skills, vindicated by his track record, the future seems bright for both Fujita and Mars Petcare. It will be intriguing to observe the innovative steps he will introduce in a company already leading the pack in pet care services.

For more insights into Mars, Incorporated, and their extensive portfolios of beloved brands like ROYAL CANIN®, PEDIGREE®, WHISKAS®, and many others, visit www.mars.com. You can also engage with Mars through their official social media platforms on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.