Pork Technical Services Veterinarian

Zoetis Spain SL; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401K plan with match

Vacation time (4 weeks)

Short/long term incentive programs

Job summary

Zoetis is seeking a Pork Technical Services Veterinarian to provide technical expertise for strategic producer accounts across the Upper Midwest, with a base in Minnesota. The role works with the account manager to maximize Zoetis sales while delivering veterinary value.

Travel within MN and northern IA is expected; the position emphasizes collaboration with field teams and strong communication. A DVM and post‑doc experience are required; multilingual ability is a plus.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent.
• Two years post-doctoral experience in clinical practice, academia, research or industry.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Current in assigned areas of veterinary medicine and pork production management.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills (MS Office and the ability to learn Zoetis’s internal systems).

Responsibilities

• Calling on pork producers, veterinarians, dealers, consultants and distributor representatives to provide scientific support.
• Providing technical training and education to colleagues within the Zoetis pork business unit.
• Providing sound technical advice on routine inquiries, acting as a resource to assist other team members with inquiries.
• Providing solutions to a broad array of animal health and production issues that are based upon a sales approach.
• Applying existing veterinary solutions to meet customer needs and promote long‑term relationships.
• Building and maintaining relationships with key industry leaders including veterinarians and university personnel.
• Collaborating with Area Business Manager(s) to develop and execute the Area Operations Plan.
• Partnering with field colleagues to develop strategies focusing on targeted accounts.
• Working with field sales to create and execute customer‑focused business development plans.
• Contributing to team selling efforts and planning call cycles for efficient use of time.
• Utilizing presentation skills to conduct educational training on products and services.
• Advising Learning and Development on the technical content of training programs.
• Providing specialty support to other Areas or businesses as directed by management.
• Participating on special projects and new product launch teams as required.
• Documenting activities and customer interactions accurately for management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

MS Office

Driver's license

Spanish and English

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree

Two years post-doctoral experience

Job description

States considered: Minnesota

POSITION SUMMARY

This Position will provide technical support for the assigned accounts within Zoetis Pork. The desired location for the position will be within MN or northern IA with territory responsibility extending regionally in the Upper Midwest. The Pork Technical Services Veterinarian is responsible for providing technical expertise for assigned Strategic Pork Producer Accounts, Veterinary Accounts, and prospect accounts. The Pork Technical Services Veterinarian works with the account manager to help develop a strategic account plan designed to maximize Zoetis sales with assigned account(s). The Pork Technical Services Veterinarian is a leader and trusted business partner responsible for developing intimate knowledge of the Customer’s business model.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Calling on pork producers, veterinarians, dealers, consultants and distributor representatives to provide scientific support so Zoetis may achieve a sustainable competitive advantage.
• Providing technical training and education to colleagues within the Zoetis pork business unit.
• Providing sound technical advice on routine inquiries, acting as a resource to assist other team members with inquiries.
• Providing solutions to a broad array of animal health and production issues that are based upon a sales approach that identifies the customer’s needs.
• Applying existing veterinary solutions to meet the needs of individual customers based on their needs and promoting a long‑term relationship with Zoetis.
• Building and maintaining relationships with key industry leaders including veterinarians, nutritionists, extension, university personnel, pork processors and other consultants to our customer base.
• Collaborating and building strong partnerships with Area Business Manager(s) to develop and execute the Area Operations Plan.
• Partnering with field colleagues to develop appropriate strategies that focus efforts on targeted accounts critical to the success of the business unit or area.
• Working with field sales colleagues to create, maintain and execute customer‑focused business development plans that clearly identify current and future growth opportunities and allocates expense budget and resources for all high potential customers.
• Contributing to team selling efforts by planning call cycles with others to maximize the use of the team’s time and resources and ensuring appropriate account follow‑up.
• Utilizing excellent presentation skills and appropriate tools (e.g. PowerPoint) to conduct educational training on products, programs and services to both internal and external audiences.
• Advising and assisting Learning and Development on the technical content of training programs, as required.
• Providing specialty support to other Areas or businesses as directed by management.
• Participating, as required, on special projects and tactical implementation that aligns with key stakeholders to effectively position products and the portfolio (e.g., reviewing sales material, participating on new product launch teams, providing assistance and support to Veterinary Medical Investigations and Product Support and others).
• Providing accurate and timely documentation of activities and customer interactions to specified management levels.
• Manage STOMP diagnostic budget and timely reporting of diagnostic outcomes to stakeholders.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Required Qualifications:
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent
• Two (2) years post-doctoral experience in clinical practice, academia, research or industry
• Strong analytical thinking, problem solving skills, and attention to detail
• Current in assigned areas of veterinary medicine and pork production management
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficient computer skills (MS Office and the ability to learn Zoetis’s internal systems)

• Preferred Qualifications:
• Two (2) years or more private practice experience for the Technical Services Veterinarian role.
• Proven record of accomplishments, demonstrating successful veterinary practice management, strategy execution experience and leadership
• Ability to exercise good judgment; make thoughtful and fair decisions based on relevant information
• Research experience, published scientific papers
• Ability to think and act strategically
• Extensive knowledge of Zoetis pork products and the animal health industry or ability to learn quickly
• Ability to interact with and influence senior management, peers, and other functions
• Multilingual, particularly Spanish and English

PHYSICAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The position will require a valid driver’s license Willingness to drive to customer locations across defined geography – Producer, Clinic & Processing Facilities

The US base salary range for this full‑time position is $106,000.00 - $152,000.00. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the base pay target range for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This position is also eligible for short‑term incentive compensation. This position is also eligible for long‑term incentives. In addition to compensation, Zoetis offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the physical, emotional and financial wellbeing of our colleagues and their families including healthcare and insurance benefits beginning on day one, a 401K plan with a match and profit‑sharing contribution from Zoetis, and 4 weeks of vacation. Visit zoetisbenefits.com to learn more.

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