Remote Livestock Technical Services Leader

Merck; Augusta (ME); Remote; USD 173,000 - 273,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays & vacation

Job summary

Merck is seeking a Director, Technical Services for the US Livestock portfolio. You will lead a high-performing team of scientific professionals and partner with Commercial, Marketing, R&D, and Regulatory groups to deliver customer value and business impact.

You will translate scientific expertise into practical solutions, mentor talent, and drive change across the organization while engaging with veterinarians, producers, and industry stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10+ years in animal health, veterinary medicine, or related industry.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing technical or cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Decision Making

People Leadership

Strategic Leadership

Veterinary Medicine

Education

DVM/ VMD degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Merck is seeking a Director, Technical Services for the US Livestock portfolio. You will lead a high-performing team of scientific professionals and partner with Commercial, Marketing, R&D, and Regulatory groups to deliver customer value and business impact.

You will translate scientific expertise into practical solutions, mentor talent, and drive change across the organization while engaging with veterinarians, producers, and industry stakeholders.