Product Manager (Pain)

Zoetis Spain SL; Leatherhead; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Pension plan with company contribution

Job summary

Zoetis Spain SL is seeking a Product Manager for the Pain portfolio based at Walton Oaks/Leatherhead. You will translate category strategy into annual brand plans and lead cross-functional execution across marketing, sales, and technical teams.

The role involves budgeting, pricing inputs, forecasting, and omnichannel campaigns to drive growth and profitability. Ideally you bring a marketing degree, a CIM or equivalent qualification, and proven experience in product management with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Science or similar.
• Marketing qualification (CIM) desirable.
• Experience in product management/marketing with brand and campaign planning.
• Cross-functional collaboration with field teams to drive activation.
• Digital marketing/omnichannel delivery and data-driven optimisation desirable.
• Experience in Animal Health or regulated sectors beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Translate Category Marketing strategy into annual brand plans and execution.
• Lead end-to-end marketing mix including positioning, messaging, campaigns and forecasting.
• Own budget management, pricing inputs and ROI analysis.
• Develop campaigns across omnichannel channels to drive awareness and prescribing/ordering behaviours.
• Collaborate with key accounts and cross-functional teams to align plans.

Skills

Customer insight

Commercial acumen

Analytical thinking

Campaign execution

Omnichannel capability

Influencing & communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

CIM or equivalent marketing qualification (desirable)

Job description

Role Description

Product Manager (Pain) Reporting to: Category Marketing Manager (Pain) Location: Walton Oaks / Leatherhead (2–3 days per week in office) Business Unit: Companion Animal Managed resources: 0 FTE Budget responsibility: Assigned A&P budget (aligned to category plan)

Job purpose

The Product Manager is accountable for translating the Category Marketing strategy into clear annual brand plans and delivering high-quality execution across the Pain portfolio. The role leads the end-to-end marketing mix (positioning, messaging, campaigns, omnichannel activation, tools/services, pricing inputs and forecasting) and works cross-functionally with Sales, Technical, Veterinary, Commercial Operations and Key Accounts to drive sustainable growth and profitability.

Core responsibilities

• Strategy & market planning In partnership with the Marketing Manager, contribute market insight to shape short- and long-term category strategy and brand vision, aligned to global priorities and the Zoetis planning framework. Lead the annual marketing planning workstream for the portfolio (objectives, segmentation/targeting, positioning, messaging, channel strategy, KPI framework, timelines and A&P plan). Develop and maintain high-quality market understanding (customers, competition, pricing, seasonality, trends) using market data, customer visits, field feedback, research and external sources; translate insight into recommendations and actions. Support the Marketing Manager with monthly, quarterly and annual forecasting inputs, including risks/opportunities, scenario planning and assumptions.
• Financial management, forecasting, pricing & supply planning Own day-to-day management of the assigned A&P budget for the portfolio: track spend, forecast, manage agency/vendor costs, and demonstrate impact through ROI/learning reviews. Work closely with Demand Planning to develop and continuously refine inventory forecasts; contribute to forecast meetings and actions to improve forecast accuracy. Provide pricing and promotional recommendations in collaboration with the Marketing Manager, Business Unit and Commercial Operations leaders to maximise value, share and profitability (including consideration of value-based pricing and market conditions).
• Marketing campaigns & demand creation Lead development and delivery of customer‑centric campaigns across the portfolio that drive awareness, consideration and prescribing/ordering behaviours, balancing short‑term performance with long‑term brand health. Create promotional messaging and content that is clear, compliant and easily translatable into the Solution Selling model for the field force. Plan and deliver omnichannel engagement (face‑to‑face enablement, email, web, e-commerce, CPD/education platforms, events, PR and partnerships as appropriate). Define KPIs for campaigns (reach, engagement, conversion, sales outcomes), track performance, and optimise based on evidence and learning cycles.
• Key accounts & strategic partnerships Co-create commercial and marketing plans for priority accounts with the Key Account team; align activity to account plans and deliverables. Build credible, value‑adding relationships with customer stakeholders (including practice groups) through regular visits and insight‑led conversations.
• Cross‑functional leadership & ways of working Lead cross‑functional project teams for the portfolio (Sales, Technical, Veterinary, L&D, Digital, Supply, Finance) to ensure alignment, quality delivery and timely execution. Build strong working relationships with Area Business Managers and Inside Sales to enable confident field activation; incorporate their feedback into plan optimisation. Engage with Global marketing and the European Centre of Excellence to share best practice, align lifecycle timing and leverage available assets (e.g., Vault), adapting appropriately for the UK market.
• Compliance & quality Maintain high standards of business conduct and compliance, adhering to Zoetis policies and local codes of practice. Ensure all materials, claims, channels and activities comply with Pharmacovigilance requirements and are accurately documented. Manage suppliers/partners responsibly, ensuring appropriate approvals, contracts, and financial controls.

Key skills

• Customer and market insight: strong understanding of the veterinary practice environment; ability to turn insight into actionable plans.
• Commercial and financial acumen: confident in A&P management, ROI thinking, forecasting and pricing inputs.
• Analytical capability: comfortable working with market data and performance metrics to drive decisions.
• Campaign execution excellence: strong project management, attention to detail, and ability to deliver through cross-functional teams.
• Digital and omnichannel capability: experience building customer journeys, lead generation and conversion in a B2B context (and where relevant DTC/DTO activation).
• Influencing and communication: clear written, verbal and presentation skills; able to align stakeholders without formal authority.

Behaviours

Our colleagues make the difference: practise and role model ongoing learning; seek feedback and build capability in others through collaboration. Always do the right thing: be clear, open and true to our products; ensure balanced, accurate and compliant communication. Customer obsessed: keep the customer at the heart of every plan and tool; prioritise the highest-impact touchpoints. Run it like you own it: take accountability for outcomes; anticipate risks, act early, and continuously improve based on evidence.

Training & qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Marketing, Business, Science or similar) or equivalent experience.
• Professional marketing qualification (e.g., CIM) is desirable.
• Experience Proven experience in product management/marketing, including developing and executing brand and campaign plans.
• Experience working cross-functionally and partnering with field sales teams to drive activation.
• Experience in digital marketing/omnichannel delivery and data-driven optimisation is desirable.
• Experience in Animal Health (or other regulated/technical sectors) is beneficial; strong transferable experience from other sectors is welcomed.

Travel requirement Occasional travel within the UK for customer visits, field accompaniment and national meetings; overseas travel as required.

Full time

Why Join Zoetis?

At Zoetis, we are driven by a singular purpose: to nurture the world and humankind by advancing animal care. As the world’s leading animal health company, we innovate, collaborate, and make a real impact—every day.

• Innovative Science & Technology – Work with cutting‑edge solutions that enhance animal health and well‑being.
• Global Impact – Join a team that supports veterinarians, farmers, and pet owners worldwide.
• People‑First Culture – Thrive in an environment that values diversity, growth, and work‑life balance.
• Sustainability & Responsibility – Make a difference in a company committed to a healthier, more sustainable world.

Comprehensive Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits – Enjoy life assurance, group income protection, and a robust pension plan with a generous company contribution.
• Health & Wellness – Benefit from private medical insurance, health assessments, dental insurance, and discounted gym memberships.
• Financial Security – Access mortgage advice, will writing services, and a share ownership plan with matching contributions.
• Work‑Life Balance – Take advantage of paid annual leave to rest and recharge.
• Professional Growth – Enjoy industry‑competitive salaries, merit‑based salary progression, and a global performance bonus.
• Employee Support – Our Employee Assistance Programme offers counselling, welfare advice, and a 24‑hour confidential helpline.

Our Core Beliefs

• Our Colleagues Make the Difference – We invest in our people and their growth.
• Always Do the Right Thing – Integrity and ethics guide everything we do.
• Customer Obsessed – We put our customers at the heart of our business.
• Run It Like You Own It – We take ownership and drive results.
• We Are One Zoetis – Collaboration makes us stronger.

Your passion for animals and science can shape the future.

Are you ready to grow with us?