Veterinary Business Development Lead — Midwest Travel

Blue River PetCare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue River PetCare is seeking a Business Development Specialist in the Midwest with heavy travel (75%). You will identify, qualify, and build relationships with acquisition targets, initiating 150+ outbound communications weekly and aiming for 80+ in-person meetings annually.

Remote flexibility is limited by location; the role requires substantial travel via car/plane and extensive use of Salesforce for lead tracking. A discretionary annual bonus and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years veterinary industry experience required; preferred veterinary clinic or industry sales representative.
• Must be disciplined, ability to initiate outbound calls, emails, etc.
• Must be willing to travel by any means required (auto, air, train, etc.)
• Ability to read and understand business financials (tax returns, profit & loss statements)
• Must be highly motivated self-starter
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects in a timely manner

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain meaningful relationships with practice owners in assigned region
• Advocate for company as most user-friendly acquisition company in veterinary market
• Regularly update Salesforce with notes and lead activity logs
• Obtain practice financial performance data and liaise during business evaluation process
• Directly involved in signing and acquisition of target hospitals with yearly goals set by management

Skills

Outbound calls

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Travel readiness

Sales experience

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Blue River PetCare is seeking a Business Development Specialist in the Midwest with heavy travel (75%). You will identify, qualify, and build relationships with acquisition targets, initiating 150+ outbound communications weekly and aiming for 80+ in-person meetings annually.

Remote flexibility is limited by location; the role requires substantial travel via car/plane and extensive use of Salesforce for lead tracking. A discretionary annual bonus and comprehensive benefits are offered.