Remote Director, Livestock Technical Services

Merck; Dover (DE); Remote; USD 173,000 - 273,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck is seeking a Director of Technical Services for US Livestock to lead a high-performing team delivering scientific expertise and customer value across the livestock portfolio. The role partners with Commercial, Marketing, R&D, and Regulatory teams and builds relationships with veterinarians, producers, and industry leaders.

The candidate will translate scientific knowledge into practical solutions, drive talent development, and influence business strategy through field insights.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree and advanced veterinary expertise required.
• 10+ years in animal health or related industry.
• 5+ years in progressive leadership of technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Technical Services team.
• Build organizational capability through talent development, succession planning, and employee engagement.
• Champion change leadership and continuous improvement across the organization.
• Provide strategic scientific and technical leadership for the US Livestock portfolio.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Marketing, R&D, and Regulatory teams to support business objectives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to customers, veterinarians, producers, consultants, and industry stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders, universities, and industry organizations.
• Deliver scientific presentations and represent the company at industry meetings and conferences.
• Support product launches, technical training, and customer education initiatives.
• Influence business strategy through scientific expertise, field insights, and market knowledge.

Skills

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Decision Making

People Leadership

Strategic Leadership

Veterinary Medicine

Education

DVM/ VMD degree in Veterinary Medicine, Animal Science, Animal Nutrition, Biological Sciences, or a related scientific discipline

Job description

Merck is seeking a Director of Technical Services for US Livestock to lead a high-performing team delivering scientific expertise and customer value across the livestock portfolio. The role partners with Commercial, Marketing, R&D, and Regulatory teams and builds relationships with veterinarians, producers, and industry leaders.

The candidate will translate scientific knowledge into practical solutions, drive talent development, and influence business strategy through field insights.