Dechra Pharmaceuticals

Manager, Veterinary Strategic Partnerships Job Introduction

Thanks for checking out our vacancy, we're delighted you want to learn more about Dechra!

Dechra is a growing, global specialist within the world of veterinary pharmaceuticals. Our expertise is in the development, manufacture, marketing and sales of high quality products exclusively for veterinarians worldwide.

Here at Dechra, our values are embedded within our culture and thrive within our family of almost 2000 colleagues globally. From manufacturing to marketing, (D)edication, (E)njoyment, (C)ourage, (H)onesty, (R)elationships and (A)mbition are at the heart of our everyday operations and the way we do business

The Opportunity

The Manager, Veterinary Strategic Partnerships reports to the Director, Veterinary Strategic Partnerships. This role will be a critical piece of the development and delivery of value-added medical resources and training to assist in mutual growth for both Dechra and our customers.

So, what will you be doing? This role has a broad and varied scope and the successful candidate will have responsibility for duties including:

• Develop and present technical seminars as needed for strategic veterinary accounts, such as shelter/non-profits, corporate accounts and distribution partners in support of Dechra's product line and sales goals. Schedule is coordinated in partnership with applicable Sales, Marketing, and Veterinary Services leadership.
• Non-regionally based support of Dechra's product line and sales goals including clinic visits, technical seminars (live or virtual) as needed at veterinary continuing education meetings, and customer events.
• Support applicable Sales, Marketing, and Veterinary Services managers through attendance of trade shows, national, regional, and local meetings related to corporate hospital groups, shelter/non-profits, distribution partners, and university/pharmacy groups.
• Works closely with Sales ,Marketing and Veterinary Services managers to recruit new KOLs for current and pipeline product support .
• Assist in developing/presenting sales training to Dechra personnel, Dechra contractual KOLs/technical advisors, and distribution partners on an as-needed basis.
• Assist with the coordination of KOL activities for national conferences and regional field events.
• Develop and maintain relationships across Dechra's Strategic Account base,be the "medical face" of Dechra to these customers.
• Assist in developing/presenting technical product training to Dechra personnel, Dechra contractual KOLs/technical advisors, strategic customers, employees and distribution partners on an as-needed basis.
• Assist with the coordination of KOL activities for national conferences and regional field events.
• Maintain technical competency especially in fields directly related to Dechra products.
• Monitor veterinary literature/VIN for articles/comments related to Dechra products/activities.
• Project a positive image of Dechra and its products to the veterinary profession and comply with all regulatory standards governing veterinary pharmaceuticals.

Here at Dechra we pride ourselves on being an inclusive employer and we embrace candidates from all walks of life. We're particularly excited to hear from those who have/are:

• DVM/VMD required; Board Certification (DACVIM, DACVD, ABVP, etc) desirable
• Active Veterinary License, in good standing
• At least 3 years clinical experience as a veterinarian in a companion animal practice
• At least 5 years experience in the pharmaceutical industry
• Valid US driver's license
• Ability to travel overnight as required - often up to 75%

As a people first values-based culture, we provide free weekly wellness sessions focused on our employee's physical and mental wellbeing, and flexible work arrangements. We offer a generous employer 401k match and an other incentives for long-term financial wellness. Our full array of health, financial and voluntary benefit programs are what you would expect from a recognized Best Place to Work.