Director, Technical Services – US Livestock (Remote)

Merck & Co.; United States; Remote; USD 173,000 - 273,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Long-term incentive

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Merck & Co. in the United States seeks a Director of Technical Services for US Livestock. Lead a high-performing team, deliver scientific expertise, and drive customer value across the livestock portfolio.

Partner with Commercial, Marketing, R&D, and Regulatory teams to translate science into practical solutions for customers. You will build relationships with veterinarians, producers, and industry leaders, lead talent development, and influence business strategy with field insights.

Qualifications

• DVM/ VMD degree or equivalent in Veterinary Medicine or related field.
• 10+ years in animal health, veterinary medicine, livestock or related industry.
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience managing technical/specialist teams.
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience influencing decisions across diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel 50% to support customers and industry engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Technical Services team.
• Provide strategic scientific leadership for the US Livestock portfolio.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Marketing, R&D, and Regulatory teams.
• Build relationships with veterinarians, producers, and industry leaders.
• Deliver scientific presentations and support product launches and training.

Skills

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Decision Making

People Leadership

Strategic Leadership

Veterinary Medicine

Animal Health Sales

Animal Science

Poultry Production

Poultry Science

Swine Production

Technical Knowledge

Education

DVM/ VMD degree

Job description

Merck & Co. in the United States seeks a Director of Technical Services for US Livestock. Lead a high-performing team, deliver scientific expertise, and drive customer value across the livestock portfolio.

Partner with Commercial, Marketing, R&D, and Regulatory teams to translate science into practical solutions for customers. You will build relationships with veterinarians, producers, and industry leaders, lead talent development, and influence business strategy with field insights.