Ruminant Senior Account Manager - North West and North Wales - 12 month FTC

Job Description

We are recruiting a field based POM-V Account Manager to join our Ruminant team covering the North West England and North Wales Region. This position is a 12 month fixed term contract for maternity cover.

With over a century of experience, we have been developing medicines and vaccines for some of the world's most challenging diseases. As a leading global pharmaceutical company, we are dedicated to advancing health solutions and improving the prevention and treatment of diseases for people and animals worldwide.

In this field-based role, you will be responsible for the sales and market development of our ruminant portfolio within the North West and North Wales territory.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute sales strategies to increase market share and stimulate market growth for the ruminant portfolio

• Collaborate with veterinary practices and agricultural trade businesses to drive business growth and establish strong partnerships

• Identify and target key accounts, cultivating relationships and driving business development within these designated accounts

• Achieve regional sales targets within budget and in alignment with the overall business unit strategy

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the veterinary and agricultural sectors, specifically the ruminant Animal Health industry. Alternatively, experience in the human pharma or medical devices sectors would be considered

• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively engage with a diverse range of individuals, including veterinarians, trade customers, and farmers

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and concisely

• Demonstrated adaptability and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment

• Exceptional interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships, and the persistence to drive results

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of animals and humans alike, and possess the qualifications and attributes described above, we would love to hear from you.

Required Skills:

Account Management, Industry Knowledge, Market Analysis, Product Knowledge, Sales Goal Achievement, Sales Presentations, Sales Strategy Development, Technical Product Sales

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Project Temps (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

100%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Remote

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

Yes

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Job Posting End Date:

06/4/2026

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