Technical Manager

Complement Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary recruitment firm is seeking a Technical Manager (Animal Veterinary) in Johannesburg, Gauteng. The role focuses on providing technical expertise across South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa, supporting product stewardship and collaboration with internal teams. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor of Veterinary Science, strong technical understanding of companion animal health products, and at least 5 years of related experience. This position is essential for driving excellence in veterinary support and requires extensive travel.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of technical experience within the animal health or pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
• Extensive travel within South Africa and SSA is required.
• A valid passport and driver's license are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary technical expertise and clinical support to internal teams.
• Serve as the technical lead for product launches and training initiatives.
• Build strategic relationships with veterinarians and distributors.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and local regulations.
• Collaborate with Sales and other departments to achieve business goals.

Skills

Technical understanding of Companion Animal health products

Experience supporting the development of technical marketing materials

Strong relationship management

Veterinary clinical support

Education

Grade 12 Certificate

Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc)

Job description

Technical Manager (Animal Veterinary) Johannesburg

Salary

Market Related, Permanent with benefits

Purpose of Position

Complement Recruitment are recruiting for a Technical Manager (Animal Veterinary) for a permanent position based in Johannesburg, Gauteng.

This position supports the animal portfolio across South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), providing technical expertise and leadership to drive excellence in veterinary support and product stewardship.

If you thrive on delivering technical solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and supporting the development of technical marketing materials, this role is for you.

Minimum Requirements Qualifications And Skills

• Grade 12 Certificate; Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc) is required.
• 35 years of technical experience within the animal health or pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
• Strong technical understanding of Companion Animal health products.
• Experience supporting the development of technical marketing materials is advantageous.
• Extensive travel within South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa and occasional international travel will be required.
• A valid passport and drivers license are essential

Duties

The Technical Manager (Companion Animals) is responsible for leading veterinary technical functions across Africa.

This role ensures technical excellence through collaboration with internal teams, customers, and marketers, supporting the development of technical content for marketing initiatives.

The position requires strong veterinary expertise and relationship management to deliver meaningful value to customers and the business.

Key responsibilities

• Provide veterinary technical expertise and clinical support to internal teams, customers, and key stakeholders.
• Serve as the technical lead for product launches, training initiatives, and post-market support.
• Build and manage strategic relationships with veterinarians, distributors, key opinion leaders (KOLs), and academic institutions.
• Ensure all technical communications comply with company standards and local regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Sales, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, and Commercial Operations to achieve business goals.
• Collaborate with other Technical Managers globally and regionally to share best practices, align on technical strategies, and contribute to cross-regional initiatives.
• Develop and deliver technical presentations and training modules for diverse audiences, including internal teams, KOLs, customers, and academic institutions.
• Support marketers by contributing technical input and creating content for marketing materials, campaigns, product positioning, and digital platforms.

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