Technical Manager Livestock Switzerland

vor 3 Wochen


Lucerne, Schweiz MSD Merck Sharp & Dohme AG Vollzeit

Job Description

Our Animal Health Marketing team takes a customer centric perspective using customer feedback and market intelligence data. Using this data, we design, develop and deploy products, platforms, brands and marketing initiatives that ensure we can improve the health and well-being of animals everywhere.

The Technical Manager Livestock (m/f/d) is the first point of contact for veterinary expert advice. The Technical Manager (m/f/d)  will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of the technical strategy and tactics for the species-specific portfolio (products for cattle, swine and in order to meet sales objectives, enhance company and product positioning, and drive market growth. Reporting directly to the Livestock Business Unit Director in Switzerland, the technical manager will play a pivotal role in shaping the technical and scientific strategy. This role is primarily field-based but will require some office-based meetings and activities. Fluency in German and French is required, and English proficiency is preferred.

The Technical Manager Livestock (m/f/d)  is empowered to:

  • Be responsible for Technical Excellence, Training and Support:

    • Ensure the sales team and colleagues are fully trained and updated on all technical matters related to our portfolio and the broader market environment

    • Regular customer visits and active support and development of the field force

    • Position our company as a technical expert in the relevant market areas

    • Active role for customer development and managing key opinion leaders

    • Design and organize engaging scientific customer events, as well as sponsor external events to enhance brand visibility and thought leadership

  • Identify, build and develop internal and external relationships:

    • Foster constructive relationships with colleagues across the local AH business, including sales, marketing, and regulatory teams

    • Collaborate with European and global technical teams to align local strategies with the global vision

    • Establish connections with key opinion leaders, customers, and industry partners

    • Represent the interests of the Swiss business at international levels

    • Participate in key business meetings to communicate technical plans and educate stakeholders

    • Develop a comprehensive understanding of the Animal Health business, the Swiss market, and the competitive environment

  • Collaborate in cross-functional teams:

    • Engage in cross-functional product teams involving marketing, finance, technical, sales, planning, and other stakeholders

    • Ensure a cohesive approach to the development, marketing, and sale of new and existing animal health products and services

Required Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

  • Veterinary degree

  • Strong background as veterinary practitioner in Livestock

  • Solid and up-to-date technical veterinary knowledge of the relevant species area

  • Strong presentation and communication skills

  • Ability to obtain, analyze and interpret market intelligence and research data to derive conclusions and recommend creative solutions is essential

  • Good time management, project management and organizational skills

  • Ability to brief and manage the relationship with external stakeholders and influencers

  • Fluent in German, French and English

  • Existing network in the Swiss veterinary market is an advantage

  • Class B (car) driving license

For efficient performance of your duties, we provide you with a company car with the option for private use, as well as suitable communication devices. In addition to a market-oriented compensation, you will benefit from many other perks.

Our Animal Health Division is a trusted global leader in veterinary medicine, dedicated to preserving and improving health, well-being, and performance of animals and the people who care for them. We are a global team of professionals working together to make a positive difference in animal care and the world’s food supply and have a deep sense of responsibility towards our customers, consumers, animals, society, and our planet.

Through our commitment to The Science of Healthier Animals®, we offer veterinarians, farmers, pet owners and governments one of the widest ranges of veterinary pharmaceuticals, vaccines and health management solutions and services as well as an extensive suite of digitally connected identification, traceability and monitoring products. We invest in dynamic and comprehensive R&D resources and a modern, global supply chain. We are present in more than 50 countries, while our products are available in some 150 markets.

The Switzerland Head Office is based in Lucerne's city center. Located in the heart of the city, employees work collaboratively across many departments including commercial, market access, medical affairs, clinical research, regulatory affairs, and policy & communications. The site also serves as our regional and local headquarters for our company’s Animal Health Division in Switzerland.

Current Employees apply HERE

Current Contingent Workers apply HERE

Secondary Language(s) Job Description:

Unser Marketing-Team im Bereich Tiergesundheit verfolgt einen kundenorientierten Ansatz. Hierzu nutzt es Kundenfeedback und marktrelevante Daten. Auf Grundlage dieser Daten erarbeiten, entwickeln und implementieren wir Produkte, Plattformen, Marken und Marketinginitiativen, die dafür Sorge tragen, dass wir die Gesundheit und das Wohlergehen der Tiere überall auf der Welt verbessern können.

Der Technical Manager / die Technical Managerin (m/f/d) für Nutztiere ist der erste Ansprechpartner für veterinärmedizinische Fachberatung. Der Technical Manager / die Technical Managerin ist verantwortlich für die Entwicklung und Umsetzung der technischen Strategie und Taktiken für das spezies-spezifische Portfolio (Produkte für Rinder, Schweine und Geflügel), um Verkaufsziele zu erreichen, die Positionierung des Unternehmens und der Produkte zu verbessern und das Marktwachstum zu fördern. Der Technical Manager / die Technical Managerin berichtet direkt an die Geschäftseinheitsleiterin Nutztiere in der Schweiz und spielt eine entscheidende Rolle bei der Gestaltung der technischen und wissenschaftlichen Strategie. Diese Rolle ist hauptsächlich im Außendienst tätig, erfordert jedoch auch einige Bürobesprechungen und -aktivitäten. Fließende Deutsch- und Französischkenntnisse sind erforderlich, Englischkenntnisse sind von Vorteil.

Die Aufgaben des Technical Managers / der Technical Managerin (m/f/d) für Nutztiere umfassen:

  • Verantwortlich für technische Exzellenz, Schulung und Unterstützung:

    • Sicherstellen, dass das Vertriebsteam und die Mitarbeitenden in Bezug auf unser Portfolio und das Marktumfeld vollständig in technischen Fragen geschult und auf dem neuesten Stand sind

    • Regelmäßige Kundenbesuche und aktive Unterstützung und Entwicklung des Aussendienstes

    • Positionierung von AH als technischen Experten in den relevanten Marktgebieten

    • Aktive Rolle bei der Kundenentwicklung und im Umgang mit Meinungsbildnern

    • Gestaltung und Organisation von ansprechenden wissenschaftlichen Kundenveranstaltungen sowie Sponsorings, um die Sichtbarkeit der Marke und unsere Vordenkerrolle stärken

  • Identifikation, Aufbau und Entwicklung von internen und externen Beziehungen:

    • Pflegen konstruktiver Beziehungen zu Mitarbeidenden im lokalen AH-Bereich, einschließlich Vertrieb, Marketing und Zulassungsabteilung

    • Zusammenarbeit mit europäischen und globalen technischen Teams zur Abstimmung lokaler Strategien mit der globalen Vision

    • Aufbau von Verbindungen zu Meinungsbildnern, Kunden und Branchenpartnern

    • Vertreten der Interessen des Schweizer Geschäfts auf internationaler Ebene

    • Teilnahme an wichtigen Geschäftstreffen, um technische Pläne zu kommunizieren und Stakeholder zu informieren

    • Erwerben eines umfassenden Verständnis für das Geschäft mit Tiergesundheit, dem Schweizer Markt und des Wettbewerbsumfelds

  • Zusammenarbeit in interdisziplinären Teams:

    • Beteiligung an interdisziplinären Produktteams mit Vertrieb, Finanzen, Technical Managern, Vertrieb, Planung und anderen Interessengruppen.

    • Gewährleistung eines kohärenten Ansatzes bei der Entwicklung, Vermarktung und dem Verkauf neuer und bestehender Tiergesundheitsprodukte und -dienstleistungen

Notwendige Qualifikationen, Fähigkeiten und Erfahrungen:

  • Veterinärmedizinischer Abschluss

  • Solide Berufserfahrung als Tierarzt in der Nutztierpraxis

  • Fundiertes und aktuelles veterinärmedizinisches Fachwissen im relevanten Fachgebiet

  • Starke Präsentations- und Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

  • Fähigkeit, Marktdaten und Forschungsergebnisse zu beschaffen, zu analysieren und zu interpretieren, um Schlussfolgerungen zu ziehen und kreative Lösungen vorzuschlagen

  • Gute Zeit- und Projektmanagementfähigkeiten sowie Organisationsfähigkeiten

  • Fähigkeit, die Beziehung zu externen Interessengruppen und Meinungsbildnern zu managen

  • Fließende Deutsch-, Französisch- und Englischkenntnisse

  • Bestehendes Netzwerk im Schweizer Veterinärmarkt von Vorteil

  • Führerschein Klasse B (Auto)

Für eine effiziente Ausübung Ihrer Tätigkeit stellen wir Ihnen einen Firmenwagen mit der Möglichkeit zur privaten Nutzung zur Verfügung, sowie geeignete Kommunikationsgeräte. Nebst einer Marktgerechten Vergütung profitieren Sie von vielen weiteren Benefits.

Unser Geschäftsbereich Tiergesundheit ist ein vertrauenswürdiger, weltweit führender Anbieter in der Veterinärmedizin. Die Erhaltung und Verbesserung der Gesundheit, des Wohlbefindens und der Leistungsfähigkeit von Tieren und den Menschen, die diese pflegen, stehen dabei im Fokus. Wir sind ein globales Team unterschiedlicher Fachleute, das gemeinsam daran arbeitet, einen positiven Beitrag für die Tierhaltung und die weltweite Nahrungsmittelversorgung zu leisten. Wir haben ein tiefes Verantwortungsbewusstsein gegenüber unseren Kunden, Verbrauchern, Tieren, der Gesellschaft und unserem Planeten.

Als eines der bedeutendsten forschenden Pharmaunternehmen in der Veterinärmedizin bietet Tiergesundheit Tierärzten, Landwirten, Tierhaltern und Regierungen eines der größten Portfolios an Tierarzneimitteln, Impfstoffen, Gesundheitslösungen und Dienstleistungen im Bereich Gesundheitsmanagement sowie eine umfangreiche Palette von digital vernetzten Produkten zur Identifizierung, Rückverfolgbarkeit und Überwachung. Wir investieren in dynamische, umfangreiche Forschungs- und Entwicklungsaktivitäten und eine moderne, globale Lieferkette. Wir sind in mehr als 50 Ländern vertreten. Unsere Produkte sind in rund 150 Märkten erhältlich.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

50%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

Yes

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Job Posting End Date:

06/23/2024

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Job Posting End Date:06/23/2024

A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID:R296133



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