Associate Director, Veterinary Services – Cattle & Equine

Zoetis; Alberta; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animal health company in Alberta is seeking an experienced veterinary leader to manage a team of field veterinarians and drive technical expertise in cattle and equine products. Candidates should possess a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree, a minimum of 5 years in clinical veterinary care and industry roles, and strong leadership skills. This position offers an opportunity to make an impact on client engagement and sales effectiveness within the Livestock sector.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of clinical veterinary experience.
• 5+ years in technical services or veterinary operations.
• Active provincial veterinary license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of field veterinarians.
• Collaborate with sales to enhance client engagement.
• Provide medical and technical leadership in the Livestock business.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Team Management

Client Engagement

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Employer Industry: Animal Health

What to Expect

• Lead and mentor a team of field veterinarians to support Cattle and Equine products with technical and medical expertise.
• Collaborate closely with sales and key accounts to enhance client engagement and optimize sales effectiveness.
• Set strategic objectives while managing departmental budgets and resources effectively.
• Provide medical and technical leadership to the Cattle & Equine business within the Livestock Business Unit.
• Represent the employer at industry events, conferences, and professional organizations.

What is Required (Qualifications)

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) required.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical veterinary experience.
• Minimum of 5 years in industry roles involving technical services, medical marketing, or veterinary operations.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and budgets.
• Must have an active or be eligible for a provincial veterinary license and be in good standing.

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Postgraduate training or specialization in cattle or equine medicine is an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to influence and educate diverse audiences.
• Ability to simplify complex scientific concepts and translate them into actionable business insights.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with clinical research and scientific literature review.
• Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset.

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