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Vet Health Services (VHS) at PetSmart is leading the way in making veterinary care more accessible and impactful. Through our Independent Veterinary Operator (IVO) practices, the PetSmart Veterinary Services (PVS) franchise ownership model, to partnerships with Banfield Pet Hospital, in-store vaccine and wellness clinics, and Access to Veterinary Care (AVC) initiatives supported by PetSmart Charities, VHS brings innovative veterinary solutions together under one roof to support pets, pet parents, and the professionals who care for them.

Field Position:

This position is considered Field based and is considered to be a blend of onsite and remote work activity. Field associates will spend their time both traveling to and spending time in various PetSmart locations and can expect to be asked to travel to Phoenix Home Office periodically throughout the year. Field associates typically work out of their home office when not traveling as outlined above.

The Sr. Vet Business Consultant is responsible for building strong partnerships with franchisees and providing high-level consultation to veterinary hospital owners. He/She will advise them on best practices and strategic decisions to help them achieve success.

From the initial setup to daily operations and ownership transitions, the Sr. Vet Business Consultant will play a key role in supporting and ensuring the success of veterinary hospitals. Focusing on delivering first-class support, you will use data analytics and relationship-driven strategies to improve performance and drive success. Collaboration with internal and external teams across multiple time zones is essential. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, work independently, and provide coaching and support to hospital leaders and their teams.

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with franchisees, hospital owners, and internal/external stakeholders.
• Provide expert coaching and consultation to veterinary hospital owners, ensuring their needs are met and exceeded.
• Help hospital owners achieve their goals by offering data-driven recommendations based on industry experience, market research, and on-site hospital assessments.
• Drives and is responsible for the performance of their assigned hospitals and the metrics associated with the hospital.
• Collaborate with hospital teams to drive operational improvements and implement the best practices.
• Analyze Profit & Loss (P&L) statements and balance sheets to assess financial health and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop actionable strategies based on data analysis to address performance issues.
• Support the marketing efforts for new hospital openings by working with internal stakeholders.
• Conduct analytics to assess hospital performance and identify areas for growth.
• Serve as a consultant to enhance hospital operations and efficiency.
• Act as the primary point of contact for franchisees, managing issue resolution and ensuring seamless operations.
• Navigate complex discussions related to franchise agreements and brand standards.
• Represent the company at veterinary conferences as a brand ambassador.
• Guide franchisees through onboarding, opening, technology support, ownership transitions, and closures.
• Provide hands-on training for veterinary software and hospital management systems.
• Maintain detailed records in the franchise management system.
• Work with technical support teams to resolve technology issues at veterinary hospitals.
• Ensure new franchise locations are set up effectively and operate efficiently.

• Bachelor’s degree or Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM) preferred.
• 3+ years of veterinary hospital management experience preferred. Multi-site experience preferred.
• Strong coaching and leadership skills.
• Excellent project management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Exceptional communication skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with franchisees, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Highly motivated self-starter with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Willingness to travel overnight up to 80%.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with veterinary Practice Information Management Systems (PIMS).
• Ability to conduct remote training when necessary.
• Familiarity with additional business systems as required.

This position will have 0 direct reports.

• CVPM preferred but not required.

At PetSmart, Anything for Pets begins with our people. Every associate plays a vital role in creating meaningful experiences for pets and their families, and we empower our teams with the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow and succeed.

We’re more than a workplace, we’re Team PetSmart. Together, we grow, collaborate, and challenge ourselves to be the best in all we do. Our culture is built on belonging and shared purpose, where every voice and experience matters. Guided by our values, we strive to do what’s right, lead responsibly, and bring our passion for pets to life every day.

Our home office offers outstanding amenities in a fun and rewarding workplace including:

• Pet-friendly environment, bring your pets to work and enjoy the on-site dog park!
• On-Site Events & Adoptions, enjoy community-building opportunities, including pet adoption days, seasonal celebrations, family events, art events, & holiday festivals
• “Top Dog” gym with equipment, fitness classes, massage therapists, personal trainers, and wellness spaces
• “Sit & Stay” Café serving fresh breakfast and lunch options, snacks, & more
• Lil Paws NAEYC-accredited onsite childcare facility providing high-quality early education
• Paid Volunteer Opportunities to spend time doing good for causes close to heart
• Print Center and Business Services, Dry Cleaning, Mother's Rooms, Sustainable Infrastructure & more

PetSmart provides an equal opportunity for all associates and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.