Companion Animal Account Manager - Central/West London

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Job Description

We are a well-established pharmaceutical company in the UK, with a rich history of 80+ years in researching, developing, and supplying medicines and vaccines for animals. We are dedicated to preventing and treating diseases at every stage of life.

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and ambitious individual to join our team as a Companion Animal Account Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and developing relationships with veterinary practices within Central/West London. The primary goal of this role is to increase market share and stimulate market growth for our companion animal portfolio by building long-term, sustainable, and profitable relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with veterinary practices in the designated geographical area
• Understand the needs and requirements of veterinary practices and provide them with tailored solutions from our companion animal portfolio
• Achieve regional sales targets in line with the overall business unit strategy
• Identify new business opportunities and work towards expanding market share
• Collaborate with internal teams such as marketing, product development, and customer service to deliver exceptional customer experience
• Stay updated with industry trends, competitor activities, and market dynamics to develop competitive strategies and recommendations
• Effectively manage and prioritise accounts and activities to ensure maximum productivity and customer satisfaction
• Continuously update and maintain accurate records of customer interactions and sales activities using our CRM system

Requirements:

• Proven experience in account management or sales
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the veterinary market in the Central/West London area
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with customers
• Goal-oriented mindset with a drive to achieve and exceed sales targets
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel within the designated region

If you are ready to join a customer-centric, market-leading, and innovative organisation in the animal health industry, please apply now!

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Regular

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Not Applicable

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Job Posting End Date:

04/8/2025

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Requisition ID:R337309

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