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MSD

Director, Technical Services – US Livestock

MSD

. Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Technical Services team .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeRemote • Kansas • United StatesLead💰 $173,200 - $272,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, with a strong focus on talent development, strategic leadership, and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to influence business strategy and drive continuous improvement within the animal health industry.

Highest-signal resume keywords
DVM/VMD Degree10+ Years Experience in Animal Health5 Years Leadership ExperienceExceptional Communication SkillsCustomer-Facing Experience

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Hard Skills
Veterinary MedicineAnimal ScienceLivestock ProductionPharmaceuticalsBiologicsDiagnosticsNutritionTalent DevelopmentChange LeadershipTechnical Training
Soft Skills
CoachingStakeholder ManagementInfluencing DecisionsEngagementPresentation Skills
Certifications & Qualifications
Valid Driving License
Industry Keywords
Animal HealthVeterinary MedicineLivestockPoultrySwineKey Opinion LeadersIndustry AssociationsAcademic InstitutionsCustomer EducationMarket Knowledge

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Technical Services team
  • Build organizational capability through talent development, succession planning, and employee engagement
  • Champion change leadership and continuous improvement
  • Provide strategic scientific and technical leadership for the US Livestock portfolio
  • Collaborate with Commercial, Marketing, R&D, and Regulatory teams to support business objectives
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to customers, veterinarians, producers, consultants, and industry stakeholders
  • Build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders, universities, and industry organizations
  • Deliver scientific presentations and represent the company at industry meetings and conferences
  • Support product launches, technical training, and customer education initiatives
  • Influence business strategy through scientific expertise, field insights, and market knowledge
  • Travel approximately 50% to support customers, team development, and industry engagement

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • DVM/VMD degree in Veterinary Medicine, Animal Science, Animal Nutrition, Biological Sciences, or a related scientific discipline
  • 10+ years of experience in animal health, veterinary medicine, livestock production, pharmaceuticals, biologics, diagnostics, nutrition, or a related industry
  • 5 years of progressive leadership experience managing technical, scientific, veterinary, clinical, or cross-functional teams
  • Demonstrated success developing talent and leading teams through growth and change
  • Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience influencing decisions and building alignment across diverse internal and external stakeholders
  • Ability to effectively engage with customers, industry leaders, and executive leadership
  • Willingness to travel as needed
  • Poultry and/or swine experience preferred
  • Experience working with key opinion leaders, industry associations, and academic institutions
  • Customer-facing and commercial support experience within animal health
  • Valid driving license
  • Must be a US or Puerto Rico resident
  • No visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable
  • Medical, dental, and vision healthcare
  • Other insurance benefits for employee and family
  • Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
  • Paid holidays
  • Vacation
  • Compassionate days
  • Sick days
  • Remote work arrangement
  • No relocation