Marketing Manager - Antibiotics & Dairy Portfolio

Zoetis; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An animal health company in South Africa is seeking a Marketing Manager for the Antibiotics & Dairy Portfolio. The role involves strategic planning, revenue management, and business development. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in sales or marketing within the animal health industry. Strong communication and strategic thinking skills are essential. This position is full-time and offers competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive healthcare benefits

Retirement savings benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a sales or marketing role within the animal health/pharmaceutical industry.
• Demonstrated success with product development and launching of new products.
• Good understanding of animal health and husbandry, especially in dairy and feedlot segments.

Responsibilities

• Maximize revenue and margin for the Ruminant portfolio.
• Develop strategic marketing and business plans including market analysis.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Manage operating plans and A&P budget for assigned products.
• Provide marketing materials to sales and channel partners.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Marketing knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Education

Relevant Commercial qualification or equivalent Science Degree

Marketing qualification

Job description

Marketing Manager – Antibiotics & Dairy Portfolio

The Marketing Manager for the Ruminant portfolio – Antibiotics & Dairy Portfolio, will be responsible for defining strategy, planning, forecasting, product development, and ultimately be accountable for revenue growth and profitability for the various brands within the portfolio in alignment with the overall corporate objectives.

Position Responsibilities

• Portfolio management to maximize revenue and margin.
• Develop strategic marketing and business plans for the assigned product portfolio, including market and competitive analysis, brand positioning, pricing and development of a communication plan focused on both external and internal customers.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Participate in short‑term and long‑term financial planning, development of sales and operating budgets, and manage within approved financial parameters to enhance profitability; prepare operating plans for assigned products.
• Responsible for managing the A & P budget for assigned products.
• Provide timely marketing materials and programs to the sales force and all channel partners to support demand creation efforts.
• Develop a strong knowledge of competitive landscape and customer insights, managing all competitive intelligence.
• Establish and build strategic partnerships and relationships.

Education and Experience

• Education: Relevant Commercial qualification, BVSc, or equivalent Science Degree.
• A marketing qualification will be an advantage.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a sales or marketing role within the animal health / pharmaceutical industry.
• Demonstrated success with product development and launching of new products would be advantageous.
• Good understanding of animal health and animal husbandry, preferably with knowledge of the dairy and feedlot segment.

Technical Skills Requirements

• Ability to think strategically.
• Comprehensive knowledge of marketing process.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to identify and act on business opportunities.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Position Requirements

• Ability to drive and travel locally and internationally if required.
• May be requested to work extended hours and weekends for special events and/or training.

Behavioural Skills and Attributes

• Team player.
• Strong business acumen.
• Drive for results.
• Demonstrates a high level of accountability.

About Zoetis

Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals.

As a Fortune company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock.

We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of policies and programs to support employee well‑being in every sense.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Marketing

Industries: Consumer Services