NZ Veterinary Nutrition Consultant & Education Leader

Hill'S Pet Nutrition; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hill’s Pet Nutrition, a Colgate-Palmolive company, seeks a Professional Consulting Veterinarian to lead evidence-based nutrition education across New Zealand. You will partner with the sales team, Universities, and specialist hospitals to promote scientific nutrition, train clinics, and deliver veterinary-focused education both in person and digitally.

Based in Auckland, the role involves field travel, conferences, and collaboration with internal stakeholders to further Hill’s nutrition

Qualifications

• Degree in Veterinary Science (BVSc or DVM)
• Current registration with the New Zealand Veterinary Council and annual practising certificate (APC)
• At least 3 years small animal clinical experience
• Valid NZ driver’s license
• Proficient computer skills, Google Suite preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain knowledge in small animal nutrition and Hill’s products
• Be the technical resource for NZ sales team and veterinarians
• Train and coach territory managers on Hill’s Science Diet and Prescription Diet products
• Collaborate with Field Team Lead to target clinics for distribution
• Conduct field/ride-days with Territory Managers across NZ
• Establish relationships with key leaders, hospitals and universities in NZ
• Engage with veterinary nurses and students to advocate nutrition
• Identify and plan KTL activities and annual plans for NZ
• Deliver training presentations to veterinarians, students, nurses, and retailers
• Contribute to digital educational resources for veterinarians and staff
• Support Scientific Affairs in territory-based accounts and events
• Represent Hill’s at veterinary conferences and events

Skills

Excellent communication

Public speaking

Commercial mindset

Stakeholder management

Independent work travel

Education

Veterinary degree (BVSc or DVM)

Job description

Hill’s Pet Nutrition, a Colgate-Palmolive company, seeks a Professional Consulting Veterinarian to lead evidence-based nutrition education across New Zealand. You will partner with the sales team, Universities, and specialist hospitals to promote scientific nutrition, train clinics, and deliver veterinary-focused education both in person and digitally.

Based in Auckland, the role involves field travel, conferences, and collaboration with internal stakeholders to further Hill’s nutrition