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As a Territory Sales Manager for our Veterinary Sales Team, you are the face behind our brand as these providers consider Pro Plan Veterinary Diets -. Proper nutrition is key to optimal dog and cat ...

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How much do veterinary sales manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for veterinary sales manager in the United States is $29.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.91 and $32.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Veterinary Sales Manager vs Veterinary Sales Representative?

AspectVeterinary Sales ManagerVeterinary Sales Representative
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in veterinary medicine or related field, plus sales experienceOften requires a background in veterinary sciences or animal health, with sales training
Work EnvironmentLeads sales teams, develops strategies, and manages client relationshipsEngages directly with veterinary clinics, promoting products and building client relationships
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by pharmaceutical companies, medical supply firms, and animal health companiesCommonly employed by similar companies to promote veterinary products

The Veterinary Sales Manager oversees sales teams and strategic planning, while the Veterinary Sales Representative focuses on direct client interactions and product promotion. Both roles are essential in the veterinary industry but differ mainly in scope and responsibilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Veterinary Sales Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Veterinary Sales Manager, you need expertise in sales strategies, knowledge of veterinary pharmaceuticals and products, and a relevant degree in business or life sciences. Familiarity with CRM software, sales analytics tools, and industry-specific certifications like Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM) are often required. Outstanding communication, relationship-building, and leadership skills help you motivate teams and connect with veterinary professionals. These competencies ensure successful sales growth, strong client partnerships, and effective team management in a competitive market.

What are Veterinary Sales Managers?

Veterinary Sales Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing the sales of animal health products and services, such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and nutrition products, to veterinary clinics, hospitals, and other animal care facilities. They manage a team of sales representatives, develop strategies to meet sales targets, and build relationships with key clients in the veterinary industry. Their role often involves training staff, analyzing market trends, and ensuring that their team is knowledgeable about the latest products and industry regulations.

How does a Veterinary Sales Manager typically collaborate with veterinary practices and internal sales teams to achieve sales targets?

A Veterinary Sales Manager works closely with both veterinary practices and internal sales teams to meet and exceed sales targets. They often coordinate product demonstrations, educational seminars, and on-site visits to build strong relationships with veterinarians and clinic staff. Internally, they provide guidance, training, and support to sales representatives, ensuring everyone is aligned on key objectives and strategies. This collaborative approach helps foster trust with clients and ensures the sales team is well-equipped to address customer needs and close deals effectively.
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Infographic showing various Veterinary Sales Manager job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,051 per year, or $29.4 per hour.
Sales Manager (Veterinary Sales) - Downtown Chicago/Oak Lawn, IL

Sales Manager (Veterinary Sales) - Downtown Chicago/Oak Lawn, IL

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA

Chicago, IL • On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness-We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.
Position Summary
A pet owner's most trusted advisor is often their veterinarian. As a Territory Sales Manager for our Veterinary Sales Team, you are the face behind our brand as these providers consider Pro Plan Veterinary Diets®. Proper nutrition is key to optimal dog and cat health. It is an idea carried throughout our entire line of veterinary pet food-specialized nutrition that makes a difference. Pro Plan Veterinary Diets® include products focused on dietary management of dogs and cats with specific health problems. This role will provide you an incredible portfolio of formulas to represent each of them backed by scientific research and Purina's unparalleled pet expertise. Globally, Nestlé has 27 research, development, and technology centers along with over 500 scientists dedicated to ensuring top quality and creating innovative approaches to make the lives of dogs and cats better.
Through continuous training, Territory Sales Managers will develop an expertise in our diets and strategic sales plans, just as you'll need to understand our channel partners' goals, so that we are simultaneously creating a healthier pet community and gaining market share. You'll achieve this through your high level of professionalism, entrepreneurial spirit, advocacy, and business acumen as you leverage Purina's advancing technology and industry-leading innovation to nurture relationships with current clients and build new client business.
  • Promote Pro Plan Veterinary Diet® product line
  • Grow the Purina Veterinary business by using innovative sales and marketing concepts to achieve assigned goals in all key measures
  • Call on existing and potential clients to create targeted, brand-building sales and marketing programs to drive volume and hit quantitative and qualitative sales goals
  • Develop and implement strategic business plans within assigned geography
  • Create a positive Purina experience by providing top-tier customer service to clients through a consultative selling approach
  • Work cross-functionally with regional teams, distributor channel, and counterparts across the country
  • Influence with integrity by identifying each clinic's business needs, and then leveraging consumer insights and trends to support your recommendations
  • Develop and foster business relationships with key decision makers to gain active recommendations of Purina to veterinary clients
  • Provide Nutritional Pet Food Diet expertise to Veterinarians and their staff through clinic calls, product detailing/comparisons, In-Hospital Trainings and Special Events

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • 1+ years of sales experience required

Other:
  • You are required to have a valid state driver's license, a satisfactory driving record and carry automobile insurance in the following amounts:
    • $100,000 bodily injury liability per person
    • $300,000 bodily injury liability per occurrence
    • $50,000 property damage
  • Must be able to travel, including overnight as needed to manage the assigned territory
  • Must have reliable transportation in order to manage the assigned territory
  • In order to be considered for this role, you must be willing to relocate:
    • If you currently reside in the territory, you may need to be open to relocate for future advancement opportunities
    • If you currently do not reside in the territory, you will need to relocate to the territory upon offer acceptance and for future advancement opportunities
  • This position requires a variety of physical activities including frequent bending, reaching below the waist and overhead, lifting items weighing up to 40lbs, and sitting and standing for extended periods of time. Nestlé provides reasonable accommodations for disabilities and religious practices to the fullest extent required by law.
  • Physical requirements of the role may vary depending on the needs and infrastructure of the specific territory.

The approximate pay range for this position is $80,000 to $100,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location. Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)
REQUISITION ID
399997
It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.
To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy.
Job Requisition: 399997
Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness-We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.
Position Summary
A pet owner's most trusted advisor is often their veterinarian. As a Territory Sales Manager for our Veterinary Sales Team, you are the face behind our brand as these providers consider Pro Plan Veterinary Diets®. Proper nutrition is key to optimal dog and cat health. It is an idea carried throughout our entire line of veterinary pet food-specialized nutrition that makes a difference. Pro Plan Veterinary Diets® include products focused on dietary management of dogs and cats with specific health problems. This role will provide you an incredible portfolio of formulas to represent each of them backed by scientific research and Purina's unparalleled pet expertise. Globally, Nestlé has 27 research, development, and technology centers along with over 500 scientists dedicated to ensuring top quality and creating innovative approaches to make the lives of dogs and cats better.
Through continuous training, Territory Sales Managers will develop an expertise in our diets and strategic sales plans, just as you'll need to understand our channel partners' goals, so that we are simultaneously creating a healthier pet community and gaining market share. You'll achieve this through your high level of professionalism, entrepreneurial spirit, advocacy, and business acumen as you leverage Purina's advancing technology and industry-leading innovation to nurture relationships with current clients and build new client business.
  • Promote Pro Plan Veterinary Diet® product line
  • Grow the Purina Veterinary business by using innovative sales and marketing concepts to achieve assigned goals in all key measures
  • Call on existing and potential clients to create targeted, brand-building sales and marketing programs to drive volume and hit quantitative and qualitative sales goals
  • Develop and implement strategic business plans within assigned geography
  • Create a positive Purina experience by providing top-tier customer service to clients through a consultative selling approach
  • Work cross-functionally with regional teams, distributor channel, and counterparts across the country
  • Influence with integrity by identifying each clinic's business needs, and then leveraging consumer insights and trends to support your recommendations
  • Develop and foster business relationships with key decision makers to gain active recommendations of Purina to veterinary clients
  • Provide Nutritional Pet Food Diet expertise to Veterinarians and their staff through clinic calls, product detailing/comparisons, In-Hospital Trainings and Special Events

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • 1+ years of sales experience required

Other:
  • You are required to have a valid state driver's license, a satisfactory driving record and carry automobile insurance in the following amounts:
    • $100,000 bodily injury liability per person
    • $300,000 bodily injury liability per occurrence
    • $50,000 property damage
  • Must be able to travel, including overnight as needed to manage the assigned territory
  • Must have reliable transportation in order to manage the assigned territory
  • In order to be considered for this role, you must be willing to relocate:
    • If you currently reside in the territory, you may need to be open to relocate for future advancement opportunities
    • If you currently do not reside in the territory, you will need to relocate to the territory upon offer acceptance and for future advancement opportunities
  • This position requires a variety of physical activities including frequent bending, reaching below the waist and overhead, lifting items weighing up to 40lbs, and sitting and standing for extended periods of time. Nestlé provides reasonable accommodations for disabilities and religious practices to the fullest extent required by law.
  • Physical requirements of the role may vary depending on the needs and infrastructure of the specific territory.

The approximate pay range for this position is $80,000 to $100,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location. Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)
REQUISITION ID
399997
It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.
To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy.
Job Requisition: 399997